Also known as the “Venice of Belgium”, the city of Bruges is an enthralling, antique type of town that has sustained its medieval appeal of centuries old. Dominated by museums and churches, Bruges is a calm small city that has so much on offer. With less than 200,000 inhabitants, Bruges is steadily becoming the place to visit in Belgium.
Here are a few reasons why a city tour in Bruges should be on top of the list for your upcoming vacation:
To witness the preserved medieval city:
If you are a history aficionado, especially medieval history, then a trip to Bruges should be on your bucket list. In the whole of Europe, Bruges is certainly the most well-maintained medieval city. It is, as if you have taken a time machine back to another world.
To savor its appetizing food & drinks:
A tiny, serene town cannot be without its delicious foods & beverages. If you are looking for great lunch in Bruges, then you should visit Vlissinghe – dates back to the sixteenth century, which is in fact the oldest bar in the town. However, if you’re in a mood to enjoy the unique Belgian beer, then you should try its award winning Brugse Zot. There is also Belgian Beer tasting which is hosted by Can you Handle It Tours!
To have an artistic taste of the Groeninge museum:
Not everybody goes for contemporary art and if you come under that category, you must check out the Groeninge museum, an art museum that features a world-famous selection of Flemish Primitives. It boasts masterpieces by such artists as Hugo van der Goes, Gerard David, Hans Memling and Jan Van Eyck.
To enjoy Bruges Free walking tour on “The Chocolate Walk’:
Whenever you are in Bruges, you’ve the opportunity to indulge your sweet tooth. The city features a great number of chocolate stores, and there’s even a “Chocolate Walk.” This’s a chocolate track that goes past all the first-rate chocolate stores in the city.
To witness “The Lake of Love”:
Bring your date & fall in love with the Lake of Love. Also identified as “Minnewater” in Dutch, Lake of Love is considered as the most romantic area of Bruges as it is the ex seaport of Bruges that has become a tranquil & romantic section in the city.
Whether you are looking for a customized City Tour of Bruges or a Pub Crawl in Bruges, Can You Handle It Tours is your ultimate tour operator to take into consideration. We are not like your average guided tour – we will actually make your Bruges tour a completely different experience altogether.
