Plenty to see but it does get crowded with tourists, expect queues everywhere and some of the eating places can get very noisy - not in a threatening way

It was easy to find your way around and an uncluttered city I will come back to. The architecture is interesting and varied

A city best seen on foot and by boat. We came for the day but resolve to return for longer to see more of the city and wander around early in the morning before it gets crowded.

If you like markets, history and good beer and food then the Historic Centre of Brugge will make for an enjoyable experience. It is also a great choice for those of us who are chocaholics. Look out for some of the prices though, as they vary greatly from shop to shop. In fact, some of the best food and drink... More

Of course you have your tourist spots and museums but the character of this area is what makes it so grand. Keep a map with you or at least have an offline GPS map with you to make your way back to a spot you may want to return or find your hotel. The market square is fun when it... More

Brugge is just like a massive historical town. You really get the feeling of stepping back in time the place is just like it was centuries ago. It is a shopping paradise with little speciality shops everywhere. The main square is beautiful and a great place to have a coffee or lunch and watch the world go by. It really... More

Lovely historic marketplace, surrounded by restaurants, museums and shops. Plenty of horse and carriage rides to choose from. The best time to see this is early in the day before the bus loads of tourists arrive. Would also recommend just walking...out of main tourist area, into the surrounding streets...the old buildings are beautiful.

Highly recommend a long enough day or an overnight so you can see the historic centre both with and without the throngs of tourists.

There is quite a lot to see and loads of restaurants in the centre and plenty of good beers to try but as with most places where holiday makers gather there are pick pockets about, my friend had her purse and phone lifted from her handbag when she was taking photos.