Excursion to Bruges and Ghent by bus from Brussels Discount Tickets

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Spanish Guided Tour
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Walking tour + Boat in Bruges

Overview

Visit Bruges and Ghent in one day, which is more beautiful? They are the two jewels of Belgium and a must-see for any traveler. If you only have one day and you can't decide, we offer you an alternative. You will learn from the hand of a guide of Spanish origin, the key points of each city. Booking the tour to Bruges and Ghent is the best way to visit the cities. For a price very similar to if you go for free by public transport, you will do a tour with a Spanish guide in a small group and transport in high-end coaches.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

In Place Carrefour de l'Europe under the columns of the main entrance to the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Our guides will carry Buendia Tours ID.

Language Offered

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Bargeplein (Katelijnparking)
Our bus will drop us off at Bargeplein. Here we will have 10 minutes to go to the bathroom. The guide will explain what time they should return to the bus.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Minnewater Lake
Our first stop will be Minnewater Lake, also known as the "Lake of Love". With the beautiful lake in the background, our guide will explain the history of Bruges, as well as the love story linked to this lake.
Duration: 5 mins
3. Begijnhof
The next stop on our tour will be the Beguinario. Founded in 1245, this place keeps the history of an incredible group of women.
Duration: 10 mins
4. Stoofstraat
Here our guide will teach us how to identify the original medieval houses.
Duration: 5 mins
5. Walplein
In this beautiful square, our guide will explain the history of the Bruges beer.
Duration: 5 mins
6. Boniface Bridge
In one of the most charming places in Bruges, our guide will explain the interesting legend of this bridge. They will also have time to take photos.
Duration: 5 mins
7. Mariastraat 23
You will have the opportunity to take beautiful photos from the small bridge.
8. Saint John’s Hospital
In front of the Old St. John Hospital, our guide will explain how the health system in medieval Bruges worked.
Duration: 8 mins
9. Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk
In front of the old Hospital of San Juan, we will find the Church of Our Lady. From the outside, our guide will explain some curiosities of the white marble sculpture of the Virgin and Child created by Michelangelo that is found inside the church.
Duration: 5 mins
10. Gruuthusemuseum
In front of Gruuthuse, we will meet the most famous and powerful family in Bruges between the 17th and 18th centuries.
Duration: 5 mins
11. Burg Square
In this square we find the Gothic town hall, the old courthouse and the Basilica of the Holy Blood.
Duration: 10 mins
12. Rozenhoedkaai
In the most photographed place in Bruges, our guide will tell us about the history surrounding the "Muelle de las rosas". You will also have the opportunity to take some photos.
Duration: 5 mins
13. Huidenvettersplein
Our next stop is the Tanners Square, here we will learn how tanners worked in medieval Bruges.
Duration: 5 mins
14. The Markt
The last point of our guided tour is the Grote Markt. Here our guide will explain the different buildings around the square and also give you some tips on where to eat or what are the best shops to buy traditional chocolate. The guide will also remind you when and where you need to be to catch the bus to Ghent.
Duration: 20 mins
15. Chocolalino
In one of the few certified artisan chocolate shops, we will have the opportunity to taste artisan chocolates. Our guide will also tell us about the famous Bruges chocolate and give us some tips to distinguish handmade from industrial chocolate.
Duration: 8 mins
16. Bruges
Free time, you will enjoy approximately 1.5 hours of free time (depending on traffic and the rhythm of the group).
Duration: 60 mins
17. Bargeplein (Katelijnparking)
Here awaits our guide and the bus. Transfer to Ghent.
Duration: 10 mins
18. Ghent
We arrived in Ghent, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe. We walk to the center, where the guided tour will begin.
Duration: 5 mins
19. Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)
We begin our guided tour in front of the Town Hall. Here our guide will explain the different architectural styles of the building.
Duration: 5 mins
20. Het Belfort van Gent
Our guide will explain this iconic tower and the history surrounding your dragon.
Duration: 10 mins
21. St. Bavo's Cathedral
You will discover the exterior and interior of the Cathedral of Ghent, where the most stolen painting in history is kept, the famous painting by the Van Eyck brothers "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb".
Duration: 25 mins
22. Esglesia de Sant Nicolau
Do you know that Belgian churches organize concerts and other events?
Duration: 3 mins
23. Masons' Guild Hall
In front of the original facade of the masons' guild house, our guide will explain what the guild houses are and their peculiarity.
Duration: 4 mins
24. Korenmarkt
In front of the church of Saint Nicholas, we find the Korenmarkt. In this place the peculiar history of the building where the post office used to be will be explained.
Duration: 5 mins
25. St Michael's Bridge
On this bridge you can take some incredible photos. The history of the tower of the Church of San Miguel will also be explained here.
Duration: 7 mins
26. Graslei and Korenlei
We will follow the banks of the Lys river. We will get to know the buildings that surround the canal, such as the "grain house" or the current Marriott Hotel. You will also have the opportunity to take some photos.
Duration: 10 mins
27. OOOST
The next stop is the meat house, which dates back to the 15th century and was originally a covered market.
Duration: 7 mins
28. Kleine Vismarkt
In front of the Meat House, we will make a small stop at a traditional street stall. Here the seller will tell us about the most famous sweet in Ghent, the cuberdon.
Duration: 3 mins
29. St. Veerleplein
The last point of our guided tour is the Sint-Veerleplein square. Here our guide will explain the history of the square and the different buildings around it. Also, it will give you some tips on where to eat or which are the best souvenir shops. The guide will also remember when and where you need to be to take the bus back to Brussels.
Duration: 15 mins
30. Ghent
Free time, you will enjoy approximately 1.5 hours of free time (depends on the traffic and the pace of the group).
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Guided tour in Ghent

Guided tour in Bruges

Recommendations from cities

Professional guide in Spanish

Round trip by air-conditioned bus

Exclusion

Pick up and return to the hotel.

Food and drink

Due to the Bruges tourist regulation, the service is sometimes provided using radios with headphones

Customers can use their headphones, if they don't have them, we offer headphones for only €1

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Belgian regulations require you to use radio guides on some occasions; you can use yours, jack 3.5 mm and not wireless or buy disposable ones for €1.

You will receive confirmation at the time of booking.

Our guides have in mind the best for clients; While the tour generally includes the sites and stories mentioned and takes about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.

Meals are not included, but your guide will be happy to point you to some great places to eat.

All children from 0 to 3 years must travel in an approved safety chair when travelling by bus. Be sure to bring the appropriate chair.

Supplied by Buendía

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Based on 234 reviews

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