Beautiful Brugge is the capital city of West Flanders and one of Belgium's best-loved tourist towns, boasting a magnificent array of historical architecture, along with abundant cultural and historical sites. Recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its magnificently preserved buildings, Brugge is home to over 100,000 residents and draws millions of tourist each year.

Brugge is one of Europe's most perfectly preserved medieval cities, unmarred by the bomb destruction that annihilated so many of the continent's ancient architecture and historical sights during WWI and WWII. It is home to copious architectural attractions, dominated by the ornate style of the Gothic era, but also featuring some fabulous Romanesque, Renaissance, Rococo, neo-Classical and Baroque structures. Also of interest are its vibrant town squares and excellent museums, while the city's Minnewater, canals and parks offer abundant opportunities for relaxation and recreation. Most highlight attractions are located in the ancient city centre, which is easily explored on foot and has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage status for its rich historical and cultural offerings.

Most shops in Brugges are open from Mondays to Saturdays between 09:00 and 18:00, except on Fridays when most keep their doors open until 20:00 or 21:00. Likewise, most major supermarkets stay open until 20:00. Although most shops close on Sundays, many are open for trading during at least part of the day. Most museums are open on Sundays, closing on Mondays instead.