Lose yourself in Bruges, a UNESCO-listed beauty of canals, cobbles, and centuries-old charm.

Step into the storybook charm of Bruges, a UNESCO-listed city often called “Die Scone” — the beautiful. After arriving by coach, enjoy an approximately 15-minute walk at your own pace into the historic center to begin exploring on your own. Wander canal-lined streets, medieval squares, and rows of gabled houses. Browse lace and chocolate boutiques, climb the famous Belfry in Market Square, or relax in a cozy café with a glass of Bruges’ beloved local brew, Brugse Zot.

Energy Level

Duration

5.166666666666667 Hours

Type

RELAXING, CULTURED

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

Chocolate shops & local brews
Canals, cobblestones & gabled façades
Free time in UNESCO-listed Bruges

Need to know

This Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
Approximately 30 minutes from port to Bruges
Uneven terrain and steps; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Approximately 4 hours of free time
This is a self-guided Shore Thing
Sailors should bring euros or a credit card to purchase food & drinks
The tour escort will provide city maps

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Peace of Mind
Modify/cancel up to 48hrs before where applicable
Priority Debark in Port
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Safe and Insured
Our partners are licensed and insured
Transparent Pricing
No hidden costs, all-inclusive Shore Thing prices
Expert Travel Support
Pre-voyage to onboard assistance, always there
Stress-Free Returns
Ship will wait for you in the event of a delay
Convenient Collection
Convenience of one location to shop for your calls

Shore Things are fully refundable to the original form of payment. However, please note that Shore Things are only fully refundable if they are canceled within 48 hours prior to the booked Shore Thing taking place, unless stated otherwise in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section. If you fail to either (a) cancel within 48 hours of the booked Shore Thing (or alternative time period as may be stated in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section), or (b) show up for a booked Shore Thing, you will be charged for 100% of the Shore Thing price.

If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and within 48 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.

If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.

If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.

Shore Things departure times and/or meeting locations are subject to change. We will make every effort to notify Sailors in advance via the Sailor App of any tour departure and/or meeting changes.

Bruges On Your Own

Lose yourself in Bruges, a UNESCO-listed beauty of canals, cobbles, and centuries-old charm.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way

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