Location: Bruges
Top Things to do in Bruges
10 Museums in Bruges That You Shouldn't Miss
What could be more romantic and inspiring than a place that looks like a backdrop for a fairy tale? The medieval overtones of Bruges’ cobblestone streets lead to countless historical, architectural and artistic wonders. Marvel at ornate houses lining intricate canals, and understand why this is a favorite destination for all types of travelers. The whole city emanates an appreciation of the past, a love of the present, and enthusiasm for the future. Don’t miss Hof Bladelin, Groeninge Museum, Church of Our Lady, and Belfry and Market Halls.
Restaurants in Bruges
1. Art14
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
ART14 is an art gallery focussing on contemporary artists: from emerging talents to international artists, from Belgium and abroad. John Bizas, Jesús Curiá, Etienne Gros, Jeanne Opgenhaffen, Marcin Owczarek, Jan Pater, Jeff Robb, Mark Swysen, ...
2. Art House Mistral-Melike
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Artis Brugge Paintings
4. A-International Gallery
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
An art gallery with a selection of international modern & contemporary art!
5. 3D Museum Brugge
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5.0 based on 89 reviews
Minimum Age 16 years - Explicit Content - Parental Advisory - With just water and gypsum, artists from around the world, create the masterpaintings of Jan van Eyck, Hans Memling and Jheronimus Bosch in relief. 22 tons of gypsum displays 700 sqm of sculptures, transformed in 60 days by 40 artists from France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, Ukrain, Poland, USA and Australia. Unique in the world, mentioned in the Guinness Book of Records 2020.
Reviewed By M2057XOkateh - Bognor Regis, United Kingdom
A truly original way of looking at art. This museum takes artworks makes them 3D and then explains them via a brilliant audio commentary. Adults only, not suitable for under 12's, totally excellent.
6. Folklore Museum
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4.5 based on 444 reviews
These renovated 17th century, singleroom dwellings accommodate, amongst other things, a classroom, a millinery, a pharmacy, a confectionery shop, a grocery shop and an authentic bedroom interior. You can also admire a beautiful lace collection on the upper floor. Every first and third Thursday of the month (except for public holidays), those with a sweet tooth can attend a demonstration given by the 'spekkenbakker' (sweetmaker). You can relax in the museum inn, 'De Zwarte Kat' (The Black Cat) or in the garden, where you can try out traditional folk games on the terrace.
Reviewed By Liefhebber19 - Breda, The Netherlands
Very nice visit for young and old! The museum is located in renovated workers’ houses where you will discover more about daily life in Bruges during the 19th and early 20th centuries. There is a classroom, a tailor’s workshop, a pharmacy, a confectionary and a grocery store. The top floor is reserved for temporary exhibitions. Entrancefee is € 6,00. We visited Bruges several times, this was pre Covid.
7. Cozmix
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
8. Groeningemuseum
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4.5 based on 1,641 reviews
The Groeninge Museum provides a varied overview of the history of Belgian visual art, with as highlight the world-renowned Flemish primitives. In this museum you can see, amongst other masterpieces, The Virgin and Child with Canon Van der Paele by Jan van Eyck and the Moreel Triptych by Hans Memling. You will also marvel at the top 18th and 19th-century neoclassical pieces, masterpieces of Flemish Expressionism and post-war modern art.
Reviewed By Aimee_Norfolk - Norwich, United Kingdom
We spent hours in here staring at beautiful medieval Flemish art, and we could have stayed longer. Luckily the museum provides folding stools which you can help yourself to and take with you around the museum, so you can stare at the paintings in full comfort. The audio guide is also a must, and it's included in the ticket price. As well as the famous Flemish primitives such as Memling and Van Eyck (which I found mesmerising), there is artwork from many centuries right up to expressionists and cubists. Large bags and rucksacks have to be left in the cloakroom at the entrance, although lockers are provided for free.
9. Onze-Lieve-Vrouw ter Potterie
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4.5 based on 106 reviews
The current museum is housed in the old infirmary and displays the eclectic collection accumulated by nuns down the centuries. The oldest pieces date back to the 14th century. Many miracles have been attributed to the white limestone statue of Our Lady of the Potterie in the baroque church. These are detailed in stained-glass windows, wall tapestries, and a miracle book. The 13th century statue is one of Bruges' oldest preserved statues.
Reviewed By apol225 - Oldenburg, Germany
This site is somewhat off the beaten tourist track and takes some finding when walking along the canal side. The name of this spot is a little bit misleading as it seems to referring to a pottery. As a matter of fact it’s an impressive church respectively a hospital attached to the church. All in all a very interesting place which is well worth a visit. By the way a good reason to go for a walk through this more calm but beautiful part of Bruges with its beautiful old houses.
10. Absolute Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
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