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15 Best Bruges & Ghent Day Trips from Brussels

The Bruges and Ghent day trips from Brussels compared: the two-city combination, canal cruise add-ons and free-time blocks sized for chocolate stops. Bruges photographs better; Ghent argues back with a castle.

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

Discover Brussels’ highlights with a guided day trip to Bruges and Ghent, exploring UNESCO sites, medieval landmarks, and charming streets in one memorable day.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Antonio was very knowledgeable and was very patient and engaging. He gave recommendations on where to eat and what to buy without being pushy. He was also very engaging and personable.”

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2.From Brussels: Ghent and Bruges Day Tour

Experience Belgium’s highlights on a guided day trip from Brussels to Ghent and Bruges. Discover stunning architecture, historic sites, and charming canals.

“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…”

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3.Bruges and Ghent – Belgium’s Fairytale Cities – from Brussels

Discover the fairytale cities of Ghent and Bruges on a full-day guided tour from Brussels. Explore UNESCO sites, historic landmarks, and scenic waterways for a memorable Belgian experience.

★ 4.0

“Family of 5 (including a 3yo toddler). Daytrip to Bruges and Ghent - last minute booking. Concerned about overcrowding but the group was just at capacity. Bus ride was comfortable and smooth. Ghent is serene with its historical buidlings, no 'modern' distractions. 3yo toddler just…”

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4.From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)

Discover Bruges with this guided day trip from Brussels, including a canal walk, free time, and optional boat tour—great value and authentic charm.

★ 4.6

“the trip to Bruges was incredible.. the guide Peter is excellent in delivering all the information about Bruges as well as Brussels. we enjoyed our trip so much and tried the Belgian chocolate there.. it was delicious.. I highly recommend everyone to go to Bruges.”

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

Discover the charm of Bruges on a guided day trip from Brussels, including canal walks, UNESCO sights, and optional boat tours—all for $49.

★ 4.7

“The experience was extraordinary. All guides for both Spanish and English are very well prepared and know how to create a relaxed atmosphere full of unforgettable experiences. I definetly recommend!”

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6.From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

Discover Belgium’s top cities—Antwerp and Ghent—with a guided day trip from Brussels. Enjoy expert insights, historic sights, and flexible exploration time.

★ 4.6

“Pablo and Gabriel were amazing. They were very engaging as they shared interesting history of Ghent and Antwerp. The cities were beautiful and literally took my breath away.”

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7.Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels

Discover Bruges and Ghent in one day with this guided tour from Brussels, including top sights, free time, and expert insights for a memorable experience.

★ 4.5

“Nice tour with two different and small cities to visit. Enough time to explore was provided in both cities and we did not feel rushed.”

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8.Bruges Day Trip from Brussels

Discover Bruges from Brussels with a guided day trip that includes transportation, key sights, and free time to explore this fairy-tale city at your own pace.

★ 4.5

“Great tour overall. Our guide was very helpful and Brugge is a beautiful city. Lots of walking involved but a ton of fun. Great for people who don’t want to try and cram both Brugge and Ghent into a single day.”

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10.Antwerp Sightseeing Tour from Brussels

Discover Antwerp's highlights on this guided tour from Brussels, visiting stunning architecture, Rubens masterpieces, and the vibrant city center for a great value day trip.

★ 3.5

“Nice trip, but it would be nice if tour guide tell some interesting info during driving instead of just talking with the driver...”

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13.From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium

Discover Ghent’s medieval charm on a full-day guided trip from Brussels, including a stop at the Atomium, with expert guides and free time to explore.

★ 4.7

“Esperienza più che positiva Una bellissima giornata a Gand guidati dal simpaticissimo Peter che con il suo entusiasmo ci ha fornito tante notizie sulle attrazioni più importanti della città il tour è ben organizzato, con una prima parte accompagnati e una seconda con ben 4…”

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15.From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train

Discover the charm of Bruges and Ghent on this full-day train trip from Brussels, with guided tours, stunning sights, and authentic Belgian treats for $79.

★ 4.3

“We enjoyed the day trip to Bruges and Ghent a lot thanks to the awesome weather and an excellent guide. Louise is foremost the funniest guide we have seen. Due to her nature and knowledge about the places we were involved physically and emotionally 100…”

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More Bruges & Ghent Day Trips from Brussels

4.5From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium in English9 hours$50 4.5Day trip to Ghent and Atomium from Brussels9 hours (approx.)$51.89 4.5Private Full-Day Tour Bruges & Ghent from Brussels with tastings9 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 4.5Ghent and Atomium Tour from Brussels$51.09 4.0From Brussels: Bruges Private Tour3 hours$353 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 5.0Brussels to Bruges: Private & Personalized Day Trip with a Local8 hours (approx.)$600.03 4.5Best Of Bruges and Ghent Private Tour from Brussels$802.47 5.0Private Guided Full-day in Antwerp and Brussels with Tastings$968.01 4.5Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels$98.40 4.0Private Transfer from Brussels Airport to Bruges By Business car$144.83 4.5Full-Day City Tour of Ghent and Bruges from Brussels$92.61 5.0Full day Brugge & Ghent: the gems of Flanders$1,396.28 5.0Private Tour – Bruges and Ghent, our fairytale cities$57 5.0Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Bruges with Business car$174.10 4.5Private Day Trip from Brussels to Bruges$353.38 5.0Private tour to Ghent from Brussels (5hours walk & drive)5 hours (approx.)$1,027.90 5.0Bruges Unveiled: A Private Full-Day Tour from Brussels9 hours$990 5.0Discover Ghent and Bruges in Private day trip from Brussels Full day10 hours (approx.)$967.87 5.0Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport or city to Antwerp with Business car40 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)$143.97 4.0Private tour : Best of Bruges From Brussels Full Day$893.16