Your Visit to Historium Bruges

Explore the Heart of Medieval Bruges

Enter the world of 15th-century Bruges at the Historium, where history unfolds across interactive rooms and immersive storytelling. Your entry ticket grants you access to an award-winning experience that blends historic tales with modern technology, letting you discover the city’s vibrant past at your own pace.

An Immersive Journey with Audio Guide

Step into seven uniquely themed rooms, each recreating the atmosphere and sights of Bruges in its medieval golden era. As you go from chamber to chamber, your audio guide, available in ten different languages, weaves together the romance of Anna and Jacob and the long-standing traditions of the city. Learn about daily life, prominent landmarks and the artistic legacy of Jan van Eyck in a way that is engaging for visitors of all ages.

Masterpieces and Historic Stories

Discover the historic inspiration behind Jan van Eyck’s celebrated painting, 'Virgin and Child with Canon van der Paele.' Peek inside Jan’s recreated studio and see how the city’s thriving culture fueled its artistic achievements. Delve into the rich heritage by exploring the old stock exchange, bustling medieval ports and the lively market squares that once formed the heart of Bruges’ commerce and daily activity.

Interactive Technology Meets Living History

The Historium goes beyond static displays. Learn how historians and creative designers have used modern technology to bring medieval Europe to life. Each room features atmospheric sounds, ambient effects and dramatic reconstructions, building a complete picture of what Bruges was like in the 1400s.

Optional Virtual Reality Experience

Upgrade your ticket to include the powerful 10-minute Historium VR experience. With a headset, you’ll soar above the city’s rooftops, glide along the waterways and witness now-vanished landmarks like St Donatian's Cathedral up close. The VR adventure lets you see long-lost medieval gems and offers an unforgettable perspective of historic Bruges.

Practical Information

Your Historium ticket is valid for the selected date and time, allowing you flexibility on the day of your visit. The experience includes convenient amenities, such as lockers and free Wi-Fi, and the entire venue is accessible to wheelchair users and families with strollers.

Plan Your Day

You may also purchase tickets on-site to climb the Historium Tower for spectacular city views. Allow yourself enough time to fully enjoy all exhibits, audio stories and optional upgrades. Children under 7 years cannot participate in the VR component. Photography is permitted but flash is not allowed inside the rooms.

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