Albert gave us the perfect tour of Bruges. Once you step foot in this city, you can't wait to start exploring. It is a magical place, with history and beauty around every corner. But it can also be difficult to see beyond the many day-trippers and tourist traps. Having someone from the area like Albert proved essential to understanding and appreciating the true character and history of Bruges. This city is so much more than chocolate, waffles, and pretty photo opportunities! Albert took us on a wonderful journey throughout the city as we learned, explored, and enjoyed its cobblestone streets and picturesque canals. He showed us not only the highlights, but helped us understand the history and stories behind what we were seeing. By the time we finished, we knew our way around Bruges and realized that the next several days of our stay would be so much richer because of what Albert had taught us. Everyone says you only need one day to see Bruges. After our tour with Albert, I STRONGLY disagree. There is so much more to this remarkable city if you take the time to actually understand and experience it. Albert was friendly, knowledgeable, and an excellent guide. If you want to really see Bruges without ever feeling rushed or like you're part of a big organized tour, book Albert. You won't be disappointed!
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Private tour in Bruges Albert C
Bruges, full day experience
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I'm official guide of Flanders (training 2, 5 years) and official guide of the city of Bruges (training 2, 5 years). I have also done several seminars of Medieval art, Industrial history, mythology. . . But most of all, I'm passionate about the amazing cultural and historical heritage of the Belgian cities. And I'm also writer what gives extra thrilling to my stories and the way I explain them. Don't expect a boring tour with me. I love to entertain people with interesting facts, funny anecdotes, sense of humor and tasting experiences. Because food and drinks are basics in the Belgian culture. I speak English, Spanish, Dutch, Catalan and a little of French and Portuguees. Exclusive tours. I guide in the most beautiful Belgian cities: Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Namur, Leuven, Mechelen, Ieper, Liege. Also in the city of Luxembourg. Contact me and I will offer you without obligation personalized options for your tour, half day or full day. Well, if you read until here, maybe you are interested in following one of my tours. See you soon! Certified Flanders tourguide (Het Perspectief, Ghent) Certified guide of Brugge (Spermalie Hotel en Toerismeschool Brugge) Other tourism courses: Gent 10 op 10 and Tussen bazen en beluiken (Het Perspectief, Ghent) Master in Communication Sciences (Journalims) Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
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The highlights of Bruges and the hidden gems OFF the touristic circuit
Overview of your Bruges tour
This 6 hours experience includes the Bruges' highlights and off the beaten track. A perfect combination to discover the magnificent medieval history of this city while walking also in streets not crowded by tourists. The perfect option to enjoy Bruges as a local. Also, you would have time to take a break to enjoy and discover the Belgian chocolates, waffles and fries.
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What a wonderful way to experience this magical place! Albert customized the day to the needs and wants of three highly demanding tourists. In addition to sharing the unique sights and many interesting tales of Bruges, he found the perfect spot for coffee and many other treats as requested. When we showed an interest in plants and flowers, he concentrated on those interests. He also made sure we were aware of and avoided hazards along our path. An excellent day spent with an excellent guide!
Albert was exceptional. Great knowledge. Great passion for the city, the buildings, the art and the culture. He made our trip wonderful!
Albert was fabulous! Extremely knowledgeable and a fun guide!
Tour of Bruges was wonderful. Albert was a fantastic tour guide. High energy, lots of fun information, made some fun unexpected stops. We all had a marvelous day. We highly recommend Albert. Thank you for a wonderful time.
Our group of 4 had a great time with Albert. He was very knowledgeable, patient with all our questions, and friendly. Got us off the tourist path and showed us the city through the eyes of a local. We learned so much about the history. Would not hesitate to book with him again. If you’re looking for a great tour guide you will not regret booking him!
Your Bruges tour itinerary
We will visit places like: The Belfry. The Chapel of the Holy Blood. The old merchant neighborhood. The old wooden houses. The Church of Saint Jacobs (the church of the old merchants) and the most amazing brotherly love story. We can visit the Madonna and child statue of Michelangelo. The medieval marquet and the secret about the house of Bouchoute's façade. The paintings in the City Council. The magnificent Spinolarei. The old gild houses. The oldest wall of the city. The Godhuizen (alm houses). The medieval Gates. The beguinage. The brewery De Halve Maan. The old Sint-Jan Hospital (one of the oldest hospital buildings in Europe). The story of the first Stock Exchange in the world. The Burg and the chapel of the Holly Blood. The beautiful Rozenhoedkaai. The tanners square. And more! There is also time to take a boat trip in the canals of the city and some shopping if you want.
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Type: Walking
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Bruges, Flanders, Belgium
We can meet in the city center (in Markt 7, 8000 Brugge. In front of Salvador Dali museum, next to the Belfry tower). In case you come by train, I can meet you in the train station, in front of the Starbucks. In case you are in a hotel in the city, I can pick you up in your hotel.
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