FREE TOUR: ACROSS BRUGES HISTORY EQUALS FUN

5.00

Excellent(1)

Bruges

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Steve

Registered on 6 June 2025

Hi I'm Steve Professional Entertainer and tour guide and have lived in the city center of Bruges for 18 years. I love History, Performing arts, and Entertaining. I love to travel of course like yourself. I worked all over the world as an entertainer working onboard World Class Cruise lines, Like Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, MSC, and Carnaval to name a few. I'm a professional Balloon Artist, Juggler, and Magician. I'll use some of these skills to bring your tour to life.

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

AN UNIQUE FREE TOUR THAT BEGINS A BIT EARLIER BEFORE THE CROWDS AND THE SUMMER SUN. CHCOLATE TRUFFEL INCLUDED.

History matters, but so does the present. We mix old tales with today’s culture, food, and local life.

Friendly guides who really care. We’re like a helpful friend who knows some good spots, might crack a few silly jokes, and will always point you toward the best fries.

We promise not to make you memorize dates and names you’ll forget five minutes later.

Expect laughs, stories, maybe a new favorite beer, and definitely a chocolate craving you won’t regret.

Places we will explore:

Market Square

Belfry Tower

Church of our Lady

Bridge of Love

Canals

Rozenhoedkaai or Rosary Quay: postcard picture panorama

Fish market

Brewery

Burg Square

Town Hall

Basilica of the Holy Blood

Palace of Gruuthuse

St. John's Hospital

This of course is a donation based free tour. It's up to you what you'd like to give most people donate 10, 20,or 50 euro.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Markt, 8000 Brugge, Belgium

Bruges Market. Look for the purple umbrella "Across Bruges".

Outside visit

market square

The heart of Brugge, the Markt is a lively, bustling square surrounded by historic buildings and cobblestone streets. This square has witnessed centuries of Flemish history, and the architecture here speaks volumes of Brugge's past. The towering Provinciaal Hof (Provincial Court), with its Gothic arches Spend some time soaking in the medieval charm of the Markt,

Outside visit

Belfry of Bruges

Belfry of Bruges (Belfort) Standing proudly in the Market Square (Markt), the Belfry of Bruges is one of the most iconic landmarks in the city. This medieval bell tower reaches a height of 83 meters and offers one of the most stunning panoramic views of Brugge. Originally part of the city's municipal government, it housed a bell that rang to signal important civic events. Visitors can climb the 366 steps to reach the top and take in a breathtaking view of Brugge’s cobblestone streets and canals.

Outside visit

Burg Square

Burg Square is often considered the heart of Brugge’s political and administrative history. It has been a gathering place for locals and visitors alike for centuries, and its name, “Burg,” refers to the medieval "fortress" that once stood here, serving as the town's center of power. Today, it still radiates a timeless atmosphere, where centuries-old buildings share the space with tourists snapping photos and local cafés serving up Belgian specialties. The Basilica of the Holy Blood is famous for housing a

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).