Destination Guide
Bruges
Photo by Elizabeth Harvey
Once an important center for fishing and trade, this city full of cobblestoned streets and canals is, like Amsterdam, sometimes referred to as the "Venice of the north," thanks to its UNESCO-protected waterways, medieval buildings and master painters. It’s the kind of city where you can take in history and architecture, then lounge at a canal-side café—or peruse charming boutiques and restaurants on foot, bike or boat. The beer scene is also a big draw, and there’s no shortage of both traditional and innovative breweries in which to sample Belgium’s famous ales—and don’t leave without a taste of the Brugse Zot!
Stay
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Hotel Van Cleef
In the former manor of many Counts and Dukes of the Van Cleef dynasty, Hotel Van Cleef is a small, quirky, bed-and-breakfast style hotel.
The Notary
The discreet The Notary in Bruges is extremely intimate, impeccably designed and has a tangible insiders-only feel.
Hotel De Tuilerieën
Hotel De Tuilerieën is a historic boutique hotel on the Den Dijver canal—in the heart of Bruges, in the city's most touristed area. Located within a former 15th-century townhouse, the welcoming property offers 41 simple but comfortable rooms, a bar lounge and a breakfast room.
