Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Bruges
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Bruges, Belgium — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Markt.
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Top pick
Markt
Central market square — Belfry tower, restaurants, the city heart.
2 min walk from center
#2
Beguinage
White-walled, swan-filled, quiet — the most photographed quarter.
14 min walk from center
#3
Sint-Anna
Quieter residential side — windmills, the lace centre, fewer tourists.
5.3 km from center
Getting around
The historic core is fully walkable; trains link to Brussels (1 hour) and Ghent (25 min).
Rent a bike — Bruges is flat and a bicycle gets you to the windmills and quiet quarters fast.