In Arents House there are both various exhibitions of among others the rich drawing collection of the Steinmetzkabinet and a permanent presentation around the British-Bruges artist Frank Brangwyn.

has existed since the 13th Century. Here nuns and monks were at the service of pilgrims, passers-by and the ill. The hospital was converted into a home for the elderly early on and continues to fulfil this function today. The wards have become a museum. This institution has an impressive collection of works of art, including objects related to healthcare, worship and the monastery.

The Liberty of Bruges once housed the city’s courts, but now provides a home for the Municipal Archives. As such, it is the very living, written memory of the history of the city itself. Passing through the old Court of Justice, you will reach the famous Renaissance Chamber (formerly the Aldermen’s Chamber), where pride of place is given to the monumental 16th-century fireplace, with its mantel of wood, marble and alabaster, designed by Lanceloot Blondeel in honour of emperor Charles V.

Discover more about the work of the famous Flemish writer, Guido Gezelle, in the house where he was born. In addition to a glimpse into his life and work, explore temporary presentations about the art of the written word.
Every day from 9:30 until 12:30 and from 13:30 until 17:00 | Closing day: monday (except Easter & Whit Monday)€ 2 / € 1.50 | Also combination ticket with Bruggemuseum-Volkskunde: € 3/ € 2.50 | Children under 6 years and Bruges residents: free | Youth 6-25 years: € 1

Eight almshouses from the 17th century, with a modern architectural extension, contain a collection of old objects in a series of different decors from the days of yesteryear: a classroom, a cobbler’s workshop, a hatter’s workshop, a cooper’s (barrel-maker’s) workshop, a Flemish living room, a confectioner’s bakery, a pharmacy, an inn, a tailor’s workshop, traditional textiles, and an authentic bedroom interior.
Every Thursday afternoon, fresh sweets are made, using traditional recipes and techniques. Twice a year the museum opens it doors to take part in local festivals: the Aristide Festival on the first Saturday in September and the Midwinter Festival on the Sunday before Christmas.

The Beguine's House provides a good picture of the day-to-day life of the former inhabitants.
Monday to Saturday Sunday
10 a.m.-12 noon & 1.45 p.m.–5 p.m. 10.45 a.m.–12 noon & 1.45 p.m. 5 p.m.

The museum is located in the Saaihalle, one of Bruges’ oldest and best preserved historical buildings (1399).The Frietmuseum is unique in the world. It is the first museum that shows the entire history, from the origin of the potato to the first fries. Visitors will be able to see an interesting collection of machines used for the cultivation, harvesting, peeling, sorting and frying of potatoes. The museum, however, also focuses on Belgian fries in art, in music and on film.
Open daily between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

The Museum of Lighting lets you experience the entire history of artificial lighting. This long story begins with the torch and the oil lamp and evolves over more than 400.000 years to the electric bulb and the LED. The visitor has access to the world's largest collection of lamps. It comprises more than 6,000 items.

Opening Times: Mon-Sun: 10.00 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed: 24, 25 & 31/12
Individuals : 10 euro
Groups, Students, Senior citizens, children (6-12) : 8 euro
The museum Choco-Story is included in the price.

St. Anne’s Church in St. Annakerkstraat, consecrated in 1624 and has a beautiful interior much in marble. The Baroque choir stalls, rood-screen and pulpit are notable for their unity of style.

at St. Maartensplein  is a baroque church built by Brugean Jesuit in 1619-1642. St Walburga church was formerly the St Francis Xavier's church of the Jesuits.

Not far from the Huis ter Beurze the delightful Jan van Eyckplein adjoins the Spiegelrei, Bruges's busy inner harbor during the city's heyday. A statue of Van Eyck adorns the square. Dominating Jan van Eyckplein is the Poorters Loge, a striking 14th C. building with a slender tower. Once a sort of club for the merchant burghers of Bruges it now houses the city archives.
Several figures decorate the facade, most notably that of the bear, "Beertje van de Logie", which dates from 1417. A bear also appears on Bruges's coat of arms. Read more...

Bruges has number of spots for just hanging around absorbing the natural and historic environment. The Wijngaard Square, close to the Beguinage "De Wijngaard" is certainly one of them. There is a nice fountain figuring two horese heads, several cafés and restaurants.
Don't forget to visit the tiny little shop of "Keramiek Kasper". Inside you find a wide choice of ceramic statuettes. "The engaged man" is the favourite theme of Kasper.
Men occupied in work, hobbies, interests... (www.keramiekkasper.be)

Cosy little square near the Beguinage. There are a lot of terraces.
Don't forget te visit the old brewery "Halve Maan". Not only will you get to see traditional brewing and bottling skills since 1564, you'll get to step into a brewery that is more 100 years old. Climb the stairs to the roof of the building. You will be rewarded with a great view of the canal and the nearby Beguinage.

Because of its canals Bruges is often called 'The Venice of the North'.  Bruges lies deep inland ; at least now, because in the five centuries B.C the Flemish coastline must have been flooded several times by the North Sea. When the waters retreated they left behind different sea-arms via which ships could reach the area where now Bruges is situated.

After they had passed Damme, the ships entered Bruges on the site where now the Dampoort-complex is situated. On the way to the center the sailors followed the canals which are now called 'Langerei', 'Potterierei', 'Spiegelrei', and "Spinolarei'. From the Spinolarei one can see the 'Poortersloge' which was the meeting place for the richer and more important members of the Bruges society. In front of it is the 'Jan van Eyck' square with the statue of the greatest Flemish painter of all times who lived and died in Bruges (+ 1444).