Brussels or Bruges which city to visit?
Updated on June 16, 2023 by Pierre
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Bruges or Brussels it depends on what you want to do…
So, you're off to Belgium! You're hesitating between Bruges and Brussels, but you wouldn't want to end up in a bind between the two? Would you like to visit one of these two cities? Every year, Bruges attracts more and more tourists ! This article is for you!
You only have one romantic day: go to Bruges
Is it Valentine's Day? Their birthday? Better yet, your wedding anniversary? Without hesitation, choose Bruges. Bruges is more romantic than Brussels. Park your car in the large free parking lot just before the train station and walk to the beguinages (the former nuns' quarters) before heading to the city center. Bruges isn't a huge city, so you can pick up your car at the end of your stay. Bruges is known as " the Venice of the North ." Moreover, the city center is very well preserved, with small canals, charming alleyways , and more. There are plenty of things to see and do, including museums. Once night falls, don't hesitate to stroll across the bridges and footbridges and wander through the narrow streets. Bruges is located in the Dutch-speaking region, but don't worry, with a little English you'll get by just fine.
You spend more than 2 days: go to Brussels
If you're planning a stay of more than two days, choose Brussels. You might find Bruges a bit boring, as it's not very big. In Brussels, there's always something to do, no matter the day of the week. Staying in Brussels doesn't mean you can't visit Bruges. On the contrary, you can easily take a day trip from Brussels Central Station to Bruges. The journey takes just over an hour. Bruges is therefore a city worth visiting, even if only for a day.
Want to party? Brussels
Are you coming to visit, looking for both romance and a festive atmosphere? Choose Brussels. If you want to go out in the evening, party, and socialize, you won't find the same vibe in Bruges as in Brussels. Brussels is full of small bars with happy hours and places to go out, for example, on Saturday nights . Bruges is more picturesque and peaceful. If you're staying in Brussels for three days, there's nothing stopping you from spending a romantic night in Bruges on the first day and then heading to Brussels for...
- Meet locals in Brussels
- Go shopping buy cheap chocolate
- Attend the vintage market on Sunday
- Have a drink on a Rooftop of the capital.
In summary, if you hesitate between Bruges or Brussels…
In summary. If you want to meet people and go out, party, speak only French, you are interested in new art, are attracted by an international atmosphere, great museums, take the tram and the metro: go to Brussels
If you're looking for a quiet, romantic weekend getaway , or if you're not a fan of cities but prefer medieval towns, specialized museums like lace museums, or are drawn to romantic canals and bridges, then Bruges is the perfect city for you.
Ideas for activities to do in Bruges
Barely a foot in the Belgian capital, Pierre launched “InsideBrussels.be” more than 10 years ago, the idea is simple: “What to do? Where to go to eat or have a drink? “. Entrepreneur at heart, this is not his first project! Far from there. EatLocal.io; KingCard.be, Bricabrac.be … Like wine, with time the project improves!
Pierre does not hesitate to share his favorites and his best addresses of Brussels restaurants that he could recommend to you with his eyes closed.
