Historic brick buildings with red windows lining a canal in Bruges, Belgium, featuring gabled roofs and arched windows reflected in the water.

Zeebrugge/Bruges/Brussels, Belgium

Cruises to Zeebrugge (for Brussels/Bruges), Belgium

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Things to do in Zeebrugge & Bruges

Zeebrugge is your gateway to two worlds: the fairy‑tale medieval canals of Bruges, and the modern, political heartbeat of Brussels. Along the way you’ll taste chocolate, ride canal gondolas (sort of? It’s complicated) and see Gothic cathedrals, Baroque guild halls and more.

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  • Interior of the Basilica of the Holy Blood in Bruges, Belgium, with vibrant stained glass, ornate painted walls, arched wooden ceiling and a richly decorated altar.

    Wander the markets and canals of Bruges — climb the Belfry Tower, visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood.

  • Marble statue of the Madonna and Child by Michelangelo, displayed between dark marble columns with floral arrangements on either side in Bruges, Belgium.

    Admire the Church of Our Lady and Michelangelo’s “Madonna and Child” inside.

  • Panoramic view of the Grand Place in Brussels, Belgium, with the ornate Town Hall tower, historic guildhalls and bustling crowds under a bright blue sky.

    Step into Brussels: see the Grand Place, guild halls, Atomium and Manneken‑Pis.

  • Exterior of St. Nicholas’ Church in Ghent, Belgium, featuring tall Gothic towers, pointed arches and surrounding green space with people walking nearby.

    Visit Ghent and St. Bavo’s Cathedral, or explore Flanders Fields & Ypres’ war memories.

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Shore excursions to explore in Zeebrugge & Bruges

Choose the adventure that satisfies your curiosity: Belgian war history, chocolate & beer, canals or countryside castles. Each tour speaks a different dialect of Belgium.

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  • Aerial view of the Royal Castle of Laeken in Brussels, Belgium, with its domed central building, symmetrical wings and vast landscaped gardens.

    Best of Brussels

    You’ll see Brussels from crown to courtyard. Start with Laeken Castle, snap the Atomium, then head into the Old City: Grand Place, Baroque guild façades, the Town Hall and Manneken‑Pis. Lunch is yours in the heart of the city, followed by time to shop Belgian chocolate or browse lace boutiques before returning to Zeebrugge.

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  • Exterior view of the ornate Gothic-style Town Hall in Leuven, Belgium, featuring intricate stone carvings, tall spires, arched windows and flags along the facade.

    Ypres, In Flanders Fields Museum & Bruges

    Begin in solemn reflection at Tyne Cot Cemetery, then pause at the Menin Gate Memorial. Head into the Flanders Field Museum for wartime narratives, before transferring to Bruges. There, visit canals, admire the Belfry and pass through historic squares. Return to Zeebrugge after a layered day of memory, beauty and contrast.

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  • Scenic canal in Ghent, Belgium, with a boat carrying passengers under a red canopy, colorful flowers in the foreground and historic gabled houses along the water.

    Best of Bruges, Ghent & Canal Cruise

    Your day begins on a canal ride through Ghent, giving you water-level views of medieval facades and quiet lanes. Then you’ll arrive in Bruges to see the Belfry Tower, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Basilica of the Holy Blood and Gothic town squares. Enjoy local eats and weave in quiet shopping before the return trip.

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  • Panoramic view of Dinant, Belgium, showing the Meuse River with boats, rows of colorful buildings, the Collegiate Church of Our Lady with its onion dome and a fortress perched on the cliff above.

    Bruges Highlights & Time On Your Own

    This tour blends guided and independent time. Walk with a guide through Bruges’ striking squares, see the Belfry, Church of Our Lady, Guild Halls and canals. Then take a relaxing canal cruise before being left to wander quaint lanes, snack cafés and shops on your own — until it’s time to reboard.

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  • Evening view of Brussels’ Grand Place with the illuminated Town Hall tower, ornate guildhalls and cobblestone square under a colorful sunset sky.

    Bruges & Belgian Chocolates

    Start with a guided tour past Bruges’ historic icons, including the Belfry, Guild Halls and Church of Our Lady. Then shift gears into chocolate mode: a demo reveals cocoa-to-confection secrets, followed by a tasting. You’ll finish with free time to explore local chocolatiers, boutiques or get one last waffle fix before heading back.

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  • Street view of Wollestraat in Bruges, Belgium, with brick buildings, shops and the medieval Belfry of Bruges rising in the background.

    Bruges & Beer Tasting

    Walk past the Belfry, Town Hall and the Basilica of the Holy Blood, all wrapped in old-world atmosphere. Your guide then leads you to a cozy tavern for a tasting of Belgian beers. Sip, savor, chat, then rejoin the group and return to Zeebrugge — with both architecture and local flavors lingering in your senses.

  • Wide view of Burg Square in Bruges, Belgium, featuring the ornate Gothic City Hall with red-trimmed windows, gilded Renaissance buildings and a cobblestone plaza in the foreground.

    A Walking Tour of Bruges

    Travel by coach through Flemish countryside to Bruges. Once there, your guide walks you through Burg Square, past Basilica, Belfry Tower, Gothic churches and narrow alleyways. Exploration time follows, during which you can dive into chocolate shops or enjoy waffle stands. Return to Zeebrugge enriched with architecture, history and flavor.

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  • Brick Gothic Revival Loppem Castle in Belgium, surrounded by green lawns, tall trees and a bright blue sky.

    The Flemish Countryside & Castle of Loppem

    Start in Damme, stroll its medieval square and see the Church of Our Ladies. Then head to Loppem Castle, admiring Gothic Revival towers, arched windows and landscaped gardens. Meander over quiet bridges and forested walks before returning to Zeebrugge, having drifted through both fairy-tale towns and peaceful countryside

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Experience the Zeebrugge port on your next cruise

Zeebrugge is the entrance to both medieval magic and European power. Dock here and you'll step into excursions toward Bruges’ canals, Brussels’ institutions or Flanders’ landscapes. For Baltic & Scandinavian or European cruise itineraries, Zeebrugge offers an ideal balance: deep history without losing access to modern city pulse.

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Discover Zeebrugge on your next cruise

Zeebrugge cruises link old and new Belgium in one seamless day. Onboard, you’ll preview chocolate, architecture and culture. Disembark easily, ride into city cores, explore medieval ruins or contemporary squares. Princess gives you the rhythm: port life balanced with shipboard ease, so you get Belgium’s essence without any tradeoffs.

Cruises to Zeebrugge
Close-up view of the Belfry of Bruges in Belgium, showing its Gothic clock tower rising above historic brick and stone buildings under a clear blue sky.

Look up at the soaring Belfry of Bruges, a medieval tower that defines the city’s skyline.

Old brick houses and a modern building lining the River Leie in Ghent, Belgium, with their reflections mirrored in the water on a clear day.

Historic brick buildings and a modern structure line the River Leie in Ghent, Belgium, their facades perfectly reflected in the calm water below on a sunny day.

Ships sailing to Zeebrugge

Modern elegance meets medieval charm when you arrive in Belgium aboard a Princess ship. These vessels are crafted for comfort — delivering you to cobbled streets, gothic towers and canal-laced cities with effortless style.

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Caribbean Princess

Crown Princess®

The elegance-on-the-go ship: polished lounges, refined service and comfortable decks to plan your Belgian day.

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Sky Princess

Sky Princess®

Modern, glassy and open — designed to let natural light frame your approach to Bruges and Brussels.

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Majestic Princess

Majestic Princess®

Graceful interiors, thoughtful public spaces and service that matches the layered cities you’ll visit.

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