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Bruges at Night: Murder, Mystery & Dark Stories Small Group Walk

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Bruges, Belgium
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On average, this is booked 11 (1.33) days in advance.

120 to 135 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Based on true events—some surprising, some chilling. Away from the crowds. Listen to fascinating facts, ask about hidden corners, and connect with fellow travellers on this small group walking tour.

We’ll take you through Bruges’s quieter streets and hidden spots to uncover the kind of stories guidebooks skip. Learn how the world’s first stock exchange was founded here, how tax evasion became a national sport, and how Bruges once had all the wealth and power it could wish for. Hear about murder, mystery and buildings that still seem to whisper at night.

This is both a history and ghost tour. No cheap thrills—this is real history, told through storytelling: fast-paced, surprising, and fun.

Unlike the big crowd tours, we keep things small and personal. You’ll be able to hear your guide, ask questions, and actually engage.

♡ Small group = more connection
️☺ Real stories, not tourist traps
️♖ Quiet streets & hidden corners
☾ An evening atmosphere you'll remember

What's Included

  • English speaking guide
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Markt
8000 Brugge, Belgium

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End point

Jan van Eyckplein
8000 Brugge, Belgium

Just a few minutes from the start.

What To Expect

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Belfry of Bruges

We meet right in front of this impressive (civil) tower that expresses the importance of Bruges in medieval times.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Historic Centre of Brugge

This is the city centre we will discover and at night it's even more magical!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

The Markt

We'll introduce ourselves and the history of Bruges before we start discovering the beautiful places that most tourists never get to see.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bruges Beer Experience

Quick stop in front of the stairways to (beer) heaven, to tell you why it's worth to visit the Beer Museum and its bar.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Staminee De Garre

Quick stop to make sure where to find this amazing bar and why you should have a beer here.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Burg Square

Birthplace of the city, 1200 years ago.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stadhuis

The Town Hall of Bruges is the one but oldest in the Low Countries.
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1 minute Admission Ticket Free

Cambrinus (pass by)

Fantastic Flemish beef stew and over 400 beers available.
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Bar Rose Red

One of the most romantic bars you can find in Bruges.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Frietmuseum

This is where you can learn everything there is to know about Belgian fries.
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1 minute Admission Ticket Free

Huis Ter Beurze

Want to know why Bruges has been described to be the cradle of capitalism?
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Monk Pub (pass by)

Pool pub and Belgian beer bar.
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Groot Vlaenderen

Amazing cocktails in a building with an... interesting history.
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1 minute Admission Ticket Free

Pottenmakersstraat

The first, the last and the oldest, all at one corner.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Augustine Bridge (Augustijnenbrug)

Once the heart of the Spanish district in Bruges.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Huis Den Noodt Gods

Also known as the ghost house of Bruges.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gouden-Handrei

This is where people believed eels were snakes put in the canals by Satan himself
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vlissinghe

The culmination of the tour, this is the why and where!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spiegelrei

A photographer's dream: the once warehouses of rich traders and their reflections in the canals
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jan Van Eyckplein

One of the old harbours of Bruges and it's really pretty here are night.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bruges at Night: Murder, Mystery & Dark Stories Small Group Walk?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-163752P12

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What's Included

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  • English speaking guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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