Sint-Gillis
Bruges
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Popular places to visit
Bruges Market Square
The historical heart of Bruges is framed by guild buildings and the Provincial Court. Presiding over the square is the imposing Belfort.
Bruges Christmas Market
During your trip to Bruges, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bruges Christmas Market. Discover the area's stunning cathedral or seek out its local tours.
Bruges Belfry
Bruges' multi-aged bell tower dominates the skyline and is the city's most recognisable feature. Views from the top are stunning.
Minnewater Park
The “lake of love” is a gorgeous spot for a scenic stroll or waterside picnic, a relaxing haven from the busy streets of Bruges' historical centre.
Burg
Learn about the local history of Bruges when you take a trip to Burg. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Begijnhof
Step from the busy market square into a tranquil, centuries-old commune inhabited by nuns blessed with the singing voices of angels.
Things to do
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Bruges: Musea Brugge Card with Entry to 11 Museums
Bruges: Bourgogne des Flandres Brewery and Distillery Visit
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Top hotels in Sint-Gillis
Canal View Hotel Ter Brughe by CW Hotel Collection
really beautiful location and friendly staff and a lovely room
Reviewed on 29 Apr, 2026
Hotel Augustyn
We have given 5 stars as the hotel & location were excellent. BUT would strongly advise finding out if there's any roadworks being carried out near the hotel! We were woken both mornings at 7.30am with very loud road works outside. If we had known these works were going on we would have booked a ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr, 2026
Martin's Brugge
Very central. All Staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was okay but I didn’t love it. Comfy beds.
Reviewed on 28 Apr, 2026
Novotel Brugge Centrum
Everything was great! Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Apr, 2026
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
Very basic hotel and breakfast, the only good thing is close to Bruges Train Station. Unlike other stations, there is no decent place to eat. The escalators to the hotel were not working. We had to drag our luggage up many flights of stairs. The room was so small that we couldn’t fully open our mid-size ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr, 2026
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Such a beautiful experience.
Reviewed on 29 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sint-Gillis
Burg Quarter
If you're spending some time in Burg Quarter, Choco-Story Museum and Burg are top sights worth seeing.
Ezelstraat Quarter
Though Ezelstraat Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bruges City Theater and Bruges Christmas Market.
Sint-Anna Quarter
If you're spending some time in Sint-Anna Quarter, St. George's Archers Guild and Kantcentrum are top sights worth seeing.
Bruges Center
Bruges Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Choco-Story Museum and Burg, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bruges.
Historical Center Bruges
Travellers to Historical Center Bruges praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Choco-Story Museum and Burg.
Kristus-Koning
Visitors to Kristus-Koning enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Graaf Visartpark is worth a stop.
