THE 10 BEST Bruges Museums
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- Ann BIlfracombe, Devon4 contributionsA remarkable opportunity not to be missed. The skills Luc Vanleare has for making replica historical harps is wonderful. We were bathed in exquisite music, enlightened as to the origins and workings of various harps, and treated to a beautiful song he composed and sang in memory of his mother.Written September 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter BCincinnati, OH432 contributionsThe museum is small, just 7 rooms, but the quality is very high. It is a nice complement to the Rijksmuseum. For me the highlight is The Last Judgment by Hieronymus Bosch. You can stare at it for an hour and still discover interesting scenes. The two Jan van Eyck paintings are worth appreciating as well.
30 minutes to an hour are all that’s needed.Written May 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Steven WNewport, UK205 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, UK32 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.
- AnLil930 contributionsNot everyone’s into the dark side of history, but compared to Granada, this is tame. If you’ve seen a 1638 witch’s scale then you’ve gotten a taste of the Spanish Inquisition. Let’s not forget Deutsch Strasbourg (1349). These “instruments” travelled far & wide with the Portuguese, who made friends with Japan or Indian Mughals, and on to New France (America & Quebec)—not limited after the 1400s to Oude Steen/ “Old Stone.” They were used till almost the mid-1800s in Mexico before enslaved peoples achieved liberation—hence, Emancipation Day’s a big deal (almost 2 centuries in Canada)—where Martin Luther King dropped in for yearly celebrations; then decades later, Emancipation & desegregation happens in the U.S. Next up, capital punishment: the guillotine & electric chair. Get ready!Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rachel E2 contributionsThe tour itself was interesting for those who are interested in the history and production of beer. All information is shared via tablet and headphones so you scan pictures/objects and information is presented (can be read or video. It was not always clear which things should be scanned, which was a shame, but the quiz along the way was fun. Our favourite part was the beer tasting at the end in the Beer Experience Bar. The bar can also be visited without paying to enter the museum.Written August 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DavidLille, France1,890 contributionsStopped in this church as part of a visit to Bruges with friends. The stained glass windows are very beautiful and intricate! Worth visiting.Written July 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lindsay A8 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.
- 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.
- khs30Folkestone, UK41 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.
- jpp262017Greater London, UK37 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.
- Jeanne HSingapore, Singapore226 contributionsThis is a museum housed in a former palace belonging to the wealthy Gruuthuse family and linked to the Church of our Lady. It houses a diverse collection of artifacts, including tapestries, furniture, Chinese porcelain, historic lace and paintings, reflecting the city's rich history and artistic legacy. The exterior of the building is picturesque - though not sure why there is a huge green mound in the courtyard. You can purchase a joint ticket for this museum and the Church of our Lady which is just next to the museum.Written May 31, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FordWetleyLeek, UK24 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.
- JPatti1Chicago, IL215 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.
- Mark IFenstanton, UK60 contributionsCaveat to review: Unfortunately, we didn't get to see the demo which seems to get great reviews (this was scheduled for an hour after we'd finished the museum on a busy final day in Bruges)
The museum IS interesting, but the collective impression upon leaving is that the exhibits fail to share the narrative in an interesting, informative, and logical way.
Too much of the content is dry, text heavy (exacerbated by multi-language), and lacking context that links story X to story Y.
Having purchased entry via a multi-museum ticket (bought while visiting the far better chocolate museum the day before) we left underwhelmed despite a few 'gems' of content.Written November 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
