THE 10 BEST Bruges Museums
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What travelers are saying
- Fran H1 contributionWe saw the sign for this free concert by accident as we walked around Bruges exploring, and made a point of going back for the final concert of the day at 6.30 - it was the best experience of our visit!
Luc is an extraordinarily talented harpist, composer and musical instrument craftsman, and a charming, engaging performer. His playing was utterly beautiful, and his interaction with the audience and introduction to the captivating history of harps and the myriad different versions of this lovely instrument was fascinating.
You must go if you’re visiting Bruges - but one word of warning - please arrive on time so you don’t disturb the performance!! At the concert we went to, lots of people came in late, opening and closing the door (or leaving it open, which was even worse!) and rustling their coats. It was very distracting and very disrespectful to this lovely musician performing for us all for free. Check the times and get there early. You will not regret it!Written February 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Douglas CSan Francisco, CA12 contributionsGroeningemuseum is arguably the best smallest museum in the world. It features all Flemish painters. Everyone has his/her favorites. For me, there were several pieces that were particularly captivating, ‘Saint John preaching to the crowd’ by Pieter Brueghel, ‘The Final Judgement” by Pieter Pourbus that was reminiscent of the ‘Final Judgement’ in the Sistine Chapel by Michelangelo, Jan van Eyck’s realistic but somewhat unflattering portrait of his wife, the fatalistic “The Death of Belisarius’ Wife” by Franciscus Josephus Kinsoen (my personal favorite), the neo-classical “The Invention of the Art of Drawing” by Joseph Benoît Suvée, and the very formalistic family portraits by François-Joseph Navez.
The best part of the museum is that there are two (only two) rocking chairs, where you can sit back, take a nap, and wait for your insatiable and devouring better half, stuck in front of every painting in every hall.Written January 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Steven WNewport, UK171 contributionsGood to see all the history but the tour was a little flat. You have to scan each code and listen and there’s so many it just lost its edge for us.
We also had to rush to make the last chocolate tasting session at the end.
Worth a visit for chocolate fans but don’t expect to be overwhelmedWritten January 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Carl WElgin, UK27 contributionsA good experience that atmospherically illustrated life in Bruges during its height. The VR was especially good, despite being slightly out of focus for my eyes. I have docked a star because of the ridiculous situation in the toilets. Why are the baby changing facilities only in the female toilets? I hate this as a father. It is sexist towards women because it dictates that they do the changing, and it is sexist towards fathers because it invalidates their ability to parent. It is disgraceful that such a prominent tourist attraction should act this way. It is thinking from the 1950s.Written January 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Phil PLondon, UK52 contributionsThis is an interesting although short (40 mins) venue which showed how horrible humans have been to each other for centuries. Even met Kanye West down there in his outfit.Written December 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Keith Q13 contributionsAnother inexpensive attraction in an expensive city. Belgium loves beer and this comes across in the Beer Experience. Your favourite part was the tasting in the bar at the end. The staff were great (as was the beer)Written June 21, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- James PCambridge, UK2,452 contributionsThe cathedral is close to the centre of the town - a grand building - formally the parish Church, now the cathedral. Definitely worth an hour to look round.Written June 13, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jpp262017Greater London, UK29 contributionsWe found this by chance whilst walking around the city. Friendly passionate staff with excellent interesting exhibits. We both commented it was the cleanest museum we had ever visited. Very interesting and informative way of passing a couple of hours. Highlights are the on site pub/coffee shop and the cat which roams around the museum like he owns it.Written January 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Morokei3335 contributionsDetailed and very interesting tour. Hidden treat in Bruges. Gives time to rest a little and take time to slowy take in all information shared.Written November 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lindsay A3 contributionsA very pleasant hour or so looking at medieval religious paintings & artefacts. The history of the hospital is amazing. Roof space is empty but worth it to see the 13th century roof timbers. Not too expensive to get in either.Written February 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- johnbray69Kenilworth, UK73 contributionsAn escape from the September rain during our trip to Bruges. Easy to find, a box of chocolates to accompany our entrance tickets, and three floors of well laid out history that was really enjoyable to take inWritten September 24, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- khs30Folkestone, UK35 contributionsVery informative about spuds & chips. Interesting concept. Chips at the end were ok .. perhaps not the best but they were ok. A fun little trip & bit different.Written October 3, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FordWetleyLeek, UK29 contributionsThis is a room full of Dali’s original prints. Dali himself made the prints and most are signed by him. It was worth seeing but the Audio tour for an extra £3 was worth it to tell the story. We enjoyed it and there was plenty to see. A lot of his work is quite erotic and graphic. I’m not a great fan of his work but I did enjoy learning about his story.Written February 18, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bianca WLondon, UK1,088 contributionsThere's so many stunning items of religious art packed into this unassuming building. The church itself is also heavily decorated and absolutely gorgeous. Definitely recommend strolling along the canal to get to this church, it's really worth it!Written April 5, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JPatti1Chicago, IL207 contributionsWhile not of interest to the general population, those who have an interest in the fiber arts will find this museum appealing. It starts with a display and movie on the making of lace and some of that history and then allows for a visit to a group of aficionados who are working on lace projects of their own design. Watching these skilled artists work on their lace is really the only way to gain a real feel for the time-consuming process of making lace by hand.Written October 31, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bruges
- These places are best for museums in Bruges:
- Bruges Beer Experience (Bruges Beer Museum)
- Groeningemuseum
- Torture Museum Oude Steen
- Historium Brugge
- Choco-Story - The Chocolate Museum
- These are the best places for kid-friendly museums in Bruges:See more museums for kids in Bruges on Tripadvisor
- These are the best places for couples seeking museums in Bruges:
- Luc Vanlaere Harpist - Mini Harp Museum
- Musea Sculpta
- Groeningemuseum
- Torture Museum Oude Steen
- Bruges Beer Experience (Bruges Beer Museum)
- These are the best places for groups seeking museums in Bruges:
- Luc Vanlaere Harpist - Mini Harp Museum
- Musea Sculpta
- Folklore Museum
- Cathédrale Saint Sauveur de Bruges
- Bruges Beer Experience (Bruges Beer Museum)
- These are the best places for budget-friendly museums in Bruges:See more budget-friendly museums in Bruges on Tripadvisor