Family standing at the entrance of Historium Bruges, Belgium.
Exterior view of Historium Bruges with Gothic architecture and spires in Bruges, Belgium.
Guests watching a historical reenactment at Historium Bruges, featuring medieval decor and artifacts.
Guests exploring interactive exhibits at Historium Bruges.
Visitors engaging with interactive display at Historium Bruges, Belgium.
Guests in medieval costumes at Historium Bruges exhibit.
Visitors exploring exhibits at Historium Bruges with audio guides.

Historium Bruges Entry Tickets

Bruges
Landmarks
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Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Audio guide

Access to multilingual audio guide

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Step back in time with Historium Bruges Entry Tickets and explore the medieval city of Bruges as it was during its Golden Age in 1435. Follow an epic love story inspired by Jan Van Eyck’s painting, Virgin and Child with Canon van der Paele, through seven intricately designed rooms narrated in ten languages via an audio guide. Discover life and culture from a pivotal era while walking the romantic streets of Bruges.

Travel back to 1435 at the Historium in Burges as it takes you back to the golden era of medieval Europe, with ample time to explore every corner.

Let your audio guide narrate tales of the romance of Anna and Jacob, and the history of medieval Bruges in 10 languages, as you navigate 7 themed rooms.

Witness how historians and designers brought the past back to life with technology as you explore the Historium Exhibition.

Upgrade your tour with a VR experience that takes you through Waterhalle, St. Donatian's Church, and other medieval gems long gone.

Entry tickets into Bruges Historium

Access to the Historium Story & Exhibition

Audio guide in English, French, Dutch, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese-Mandarin & Japanese

Historum Virtual Reality experience (as per option selected)

Access to Historium Tower (available for purchase)

Family standing at the entrance of Historium Bruges, Belgium.

Family standing at the entrance of Historium Bruges, Belgium.

Romance etched on historic walls

Go back in time to 1435 at the Historium Bruges and rediscover what it was like to live during the Golden Age of the medieval city. Step into Jan Van Eyck’s painting Virgin and Child with Canon van der Paele as you follow the epic story of love it inspired – that of Anna and Jacob. With an audio guide narrating an epic love story in 10 languages, journey into this past as you explore the Historium. Plunge into the history of Bruges as you explore 7 intrinsically designed rooms, each depicting unique aspects of life and culture from the medieval past. 

Gather tidbits of information in every room that'll make you say, 'Wow, Bruges was and is pretty cool!' Peek into Jan van Eyck's studio to see how he created his masterpiece Virgin and Child with Canon van der Paele. Visit Huis ter Beurze, once home to the Van der Beurse family and the world's first stock exchange. Explore the quays that helped the Dutch trade prosper, the toll house which taxed all goods entering or leaving Bruges, and more rooms.

The Historium is cooler when you fly 

Upgrade your experience to include a virtual reality tour. Spend 10 minutes sailing and flying over iconic landmarks showcasing medieval architecture like St. Donatian's Cathedral. Take a minute to come back to reality and accept that you never did leave your seat. You can also buy tickets at the venue to go up the Historium Tower and catch a glimpse of the city from above.

Exterior view of Historium Bruges with Gothic architecture and spires in Bruges, Belgium.

Exterior view of Historium Bruges with Gothic architecture and spires in Bruges, Belgium.

Guests watching a historical reenactment at Historium Bruges, featuring medieval decor and artifacts.

Guests watching a historical reenactment at Historium Bruges, featuring medieval decor and artifacts.

Guests exploring interactive exhibits at Historium Bruges.

Guests exploring interactive exhibits at Historium Bruges.

What's not allowed

  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

  • Children aged 6 and under are not allowed to experience the VR show.

  • Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

  • This tour might not be suitable for those sensitive to audio-visual effects or having claustrophobia.

Additional information

  • Facilities: lockers and free Wi-Fi
Visitors engaging with interactive display at Historium Bruges, Belgium.

Visitors engaging with interactive display at Historium Bruges, Belgium.

Guests in medieval costumes at Historium Bruges exhibit.

Guests in medieval costumes at Historium Bruges exhibit.

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Operating hours

Historium Brugge

Monday
11:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 6:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday
11:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday
11:00am - 6:00pm
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FAQs

Children aged 6 and under cannot experience the VR show but can still enjoy other aspects of the Historium Bruges visit.
The data does not specify whether digital or printed tickets are accepted; it is advisable to check with Headout directly regarding their policy on digital access provisions.
Entry tickets include access to the Historium Story & Exhibition, an audio guide available in multiple languages, and a VR experience if selected as an option.
You'll be exploring seven intrinsically designed rooms, each depicting unique aspects of life and culture from the medieval past at the Historium Bruges.
The audio guide is available in English, French, Dutch, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese-Mandarin, and Japanese.
Yes, the experience is accessible to wheelchairs and prams/strollers, ensuring a comfortable visit for all guests.
Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue to preserve the integrity of the exhibits.
The tour might not be suitable for those sensitive to audio-visual effects or who have claustrophobia due to its immersive nature and enclosed settings.
Yes, you can upgrade your tour with a VR experience that takes you through Waterhalle, St. Donatian's Church, and other medieval gems long gone.
Pets are not permitted due to venue restrictions; however, guide dogs are welcome.

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