Bruges is also a great city for children to explore. Here you will find a number of activities and sights that will delight the kids.
Due to current covid measures, some sights may not be open or may have deviating hours. Be sure to check the organization's own website for the most recent/accurate information.
Through the winter months, young and old can enjoy a magical and unique dolphin show in the indoor dolphinarium. For children under 12, there is also Bobo's Indoor, the mega-sized indoor playing paradise with more than 12 attractions. Up until the beginning of March, you can also visit the Boudewijn Ice Rink for a fun skating session! You can even combine the ice rink visit with a splashing dolphin and sea lion show!
Due to current COVID-measures, Boudewijn Sea Park is currently closed.
Location
Alfons De Baeckestraat 12, 8000 Brugge
In the Historium you will travel through time and experience Golden Age Bruges in all kinds of ways. In the Historium Story you get to experience a fantastic love story spread across seven historical themed rooms with decor, film and special effects. In the Historium Virtual Reality you can take a virtual journey through Bruges in the Golden Age. For an impressive view of Bruges Market Square, you can climb the neo-Gothic Historium Tower.
Location
Markt 1, 8000 Brugge
Did you know that diamond polishing was invented in Bruges 500 years ago? That's just one aspect of the history of diamonds, you'll learn more about it in the Bruges Diamond Museum. In the unique daily diamond cutting show you will discover more secrets and learn how to cut gemstones.
Location
Katelijnestraat 43, 8000 Brugge
At the Chocolate Museum, visitors can immerse themselves in the history of cocoa and chocolate. From the Mayas to the Spanish conquerors and contemporary foodies. Children can discover the museum through a chocolate hunt. You can taste chocolate that is made on the spot. The Choco-Jungle bar, which is also part of the museum, is only a five-minute walk away at Vlamingstraat 31.
Location
Wijnzakstraat 2, 8000 Brugge
This is an educational museum where you can learn about the history of potatoes, fries and the different sauces that are usually served with fries. It is located in one of the most beautiful buildings in Bruges: the Saaihalle, which further enhances the visitors' attention.
Location
Vlamingstraat 33, 8000 Brugge
The Children's Farm De Zeven Torentjes is a historically significant farm with impressive barns, stables and a renowned 17th-century dovecote. You will find a lot of barnyard animals, from chicken to cow, which you can easily reach. A playground and cafeteria are also freely accessible. You can do a family photo quest at the petting zoo for free, without reservation.
Location
Canadaring 41, 8000 Brugge
Follow the fun interactive trail through the modern Concert Hall. There is also a special children's trail. During the circuit you will carry out a number of fun assignments. You will visit places in the building you would never normally see and end your tour on the roof terrace where you can play music on old carillon bells.
Location
't Zand 34, 8000 Brugge
On Bruges' website, you can find a brochure with 4 fun and active walks in Bruges. On each route there are several assignments you can do together with your children (4-12 years).