THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips

4.9 (1,173 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation

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Bringing your dog is no problem — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

"Yes, that's really what they did in the Middle Ages." — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

We don't offer ordinary tours. Passionate local storytellers will use stories to make history come to life to give you a good insight into how life must have been in medieval Bruges.

There's no set route. All of the storytellers have their own personal highlights for you and will adapt those to the group. So the more questions and input you give them, the better your experience will get.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 24 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Ambassadors Tours & Activities

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Online Booking Fee (the price you pay online is to handle the booking process)
Included: Tips & Recommendations for Bruges and Discounts at Local Businesses
Included: English Speaking Local & Professional Storyteller

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: Tips are welcome and expected - You Pay-What-You-Want only at the end - Most people choose €10 to $50 per person

Itinerary

Belfort

10 min

Icon of Bruges and its power in the Middle Ages.
The Markt

15 min

The medieval trading heart of Bruges
Bruges Beer Experience

Passing by

As we walk by the Bruges Beer Experience (or Beer Heaven) we'll briefly point out the different parts to visit and why you should do so.
Quai du Rosaire / Rozenhoedkaai

5 min

Your storyteller will show you the most photographed view of this medieval city and talk about why this became the postcard picture view of Bruges.
Stop 5

10 min

The smallest, most romantic bridge in the city. We'll share its unknown history.
Sint-Janshospitaal

10 min

One of the oldest hospitals in the world.
Burg Square

10 min

The political heart of Bruges with over a thousand years of history and beautiful architecture.
Stop 8

Passing by

The perfect pralines sold by Olivier, made by his dad and brother.
Huidenvettersplein

5 min

Once the worst square, now quite lovely.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Simply spot us by our YELLOW UMBRELLAS on the Market Square (Grote Markt) of Bruges, in front of the Belfry Tower. You'll find us there a few minutes before to the start of the tour.

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Most streets are made from coble stones. One little bridge with a few steps.
A maximum of 6 people per group are allowed to book to maintain a balanced mix of guests (solo travellers, couples, families and small groups). Making multiple bookings for larger groups is not allowed. Bigger groups can contact Ambassadors Tours directly to arrange a private tour. Groups larger than 6 people will be rejected on the spot without the right to receive a refund.