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15 Best Bruges & Ghent Day Trips from Brussels

Two canal cities in one day: I compared every tour that pairs Bruges and Ghent from Brussels. The two sit barely 50 kilometres apart, which is what makes the combination work. Expect roughly three hours in Bruges and two in Ghent.

1.From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent

Discover Belgium’s highlights with a guided day trip from Brussels to Bruges and Ghent, including city tours, UNESCO sites, and free time for exploring.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This day trip from Brussels to Bruges and Ghent was very well organized and truly memorable. Both cities are incredibly beautiful, rich in history, and distinct in character. Bruges felt like walking through a fairytale with its canals and medieval streets, while Ghent impressed…”

8,353 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $55by BUENDIA TOURS

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2.From Brussels: Ghent and Bruges Day Tour

Discover the hidden gems of Belgium! Immerse yourself in history and charm with our day tour from Brussels to Ghent and Bruges. Don't miss out, click now!

“The schedule was on point on both cities. Loved the choice of routes, the scenery, the recommendations and the information our guide provided. He seemed very enthusiastic about his job and he sure knows his stuff. He was funny and very professional. i highly recommend…”

8,242 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $57by BRUSSELS CITY TOURS

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3.Bruges and Ghent – Belgiums Fairytale Cities – From Brussels

Discover the enchanting fairytale cities of Bruges and Ghent, just a short distance from Brussels. Immerse yourself in history, art, and architectural wonders. Click now for a magical adventure!

★ 4.0

“This excursion was amazing. We loved the architecture of the buildings and how cozy and warm it feels in these towns”

4,809 reviews10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $59.13by Brussels City Tours - Keolis Travel

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5.From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ES)

Discover Bruges with this full-day guided trip from Brussels, featuring a canal cruise, historic sights, and free time to explore at your pace.

★ 4.7

“Jorge was a great tour guide! We accidentally booked a tour in Spanish, but they were flexible and let us go on the English tour instead! The 2-hour tour followed by 4 hours of free time was the perfect amount of time to explore. Our…”

1,171 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $50by BUENDIA TOURS

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7.Bruges and Ghent Day Trip From Brussels

Discover the charming beauty of Bruges and Ghent on a day trip from Brussels. Immerse yourself in rich history, stunning architecture, and delicious Belgian cuisine. Click now to explore!

★ 4.5

“We had the tour even when it was pouring rain. Very comfortable bus ride to Bruge and Ghent. Our tour guide Jc and Juliana were great. We learned many things and made us appreciate the towns.”

784 reviews10 hours (approx.)From $56.72by Buendía

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8.Bruges Day Trip From Brussels

Discover the enchanting charm of Bruges on a day trip from Brussels. Explore cobblestone streets, fairy-tale architecture, and indulge in Belgian chocolates. Unforgettable memories await!

★ 4.5

“Day trip to Bruges a delight, the walking tour was good and informative. Pablo was an entertaining guide and shared interesting insights throughout. Bruges is very charming, but there was a bit too much free time—three hours would have been more than sufficient, especially in…”

619 reviews9 hours (approx.)From $51.89by Buendía

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9.From Brussels: Bruges Full-Day Trip by Train

Discover Bruges on a 9-hour guided day trip from Brussels, with train travel, expert guides, and free time to explore this picturesque medieval city.

★ 4.5

“We had David as a guide and he spent the whole day with us. David was wonderful and so friendly! He made the 2.5 hour walking tour just speed past he was super interesting. He knew a lot about the city, showed us so many…”

232 reviews8 hoursFrom $70by Bravo Discovery

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10.Antwerp Sightseeing Tour From Brussels

Discover the hidden gems of Antwerp on an unforgettable sightseeing tour from Brussels. Uncover the city's rich history and vibrant culture. Book your adventure today!

★ 3.5

“Our guide, Jasmine, was exceptional. To cover the people in our tour group, she had to translate into 3 different languages. Jasmine did it with ease although we all know how hard and tedious that must have been. She did a great job and showing…”

224 reviewsFrom $53.36by Brussels City Tours - Keolis Travel

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14.Antwerp Tour From Brussels

Discover the hidden gems of Antwerp on a captivating tour from Brussels. Uncover the city's rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. Book now!

★ 4.3

“We enjoyed this tour as it was well organized. There was about 3-4 hours on foot in Antwerp and an hour to do what you wanted so it provided enough flexibility to see at least the most interesting parts of the city properly. The guide…”

177 reviewsFrom $50by BRUSSELS CITY TOURS

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4.2Brussels: Bruges & Ghent Tour with Cruise & Chocolate Visit10 hours$89 4.3From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train10 hours$82 4.5From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium in English9 hours$50 4.5Bus Day Trip to Ghent From Brussels9 hours (approx.)$51.89 4.5Private Day Trip to Bruges From Brussels9 to 10 hours (approx.)$1,066.45 4.5Bruges Bus Tour From Brussels$49.73 4.5Private Tour: Ghent and Bruges From Brussels Full Day8 hours (approx.)$840.17 4.0From Brussels: Bruges Private Tour3 hours$353 4.5Ghent Bus Tour From Brussels$51.09 4.5Private Tour : Treasures of Flanders Ghent and Bruges From Brussels Full Day7 to 8 hours (approx.)$808.24 4.5Excursion to Antwerp and Ghent by Bus From Brussels With Stop at the Atomium$55.73 5.0Bruges Day Trip From Brussels With a Local Guide: Private & Personalized8 hours (approx.)$600.03 4.5Brussels: Tour Bruges & Ghent With Cruise + Chocolate Visit$81 4.5Best of Bruges and Ghent Private Tour From Brussels8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$1,083.70 5.0Private Guided Tour to Antwerp From Brussels With Tasting11 hours (approx.)$1,071.66 4.5Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour From Brussels10 hours (approx.)$111.75 4.9From Brussels: Bruges by Train with Guided Tour & Boat Ride9.5 hours$75 4.0Private Transfer From Brussels Airport to Bruges by Business Car$144.83 3.0Brussels Airport (BRU) Transfer to Brussels/Ghent/Antwerp/Brugge$34.67 5.0From Brussels: Private Tour of Bruges, Ghent and Flanders8 hours$683 5.0Full Day Brugge & Ghent: the Gems of Flanders$1,396.28 4.5Full-Day City Tour of Ghent and Bruges From Brussels$92.61 4.5Private Day Trip From Brussels to Bruges$353.38 5.0Private Tour – Bruges and Ghent Our Fairytale Cities$57