Historium Story Ticket
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Discover the “Golden Age” of Bruges with an entrance ticket to the Historium, Bruges' most visited attraction. Travel back to one day in 1435 with Jan van Eyck's apprentice and follow his story in 7 historically-themed rooms (with airconditioning). Learn the history of the city through film, props, audioguides and an interactive exhibition. In about 1 hour you'll get another impression of Bruges and are you ready to discover the city.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In the interests of safety and hygiene, pets are not allowed in the Historium.
Minimum age is 5 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
One wheelchair is available for use at the Historium Ticket Office, free of charge
Not recommended for people who suffer from claustrophobia. If you still want to visit, it is recommended that you speak to the person in charge at the Historium Ticket Office first
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Historium Brugge
In the Historium Story we take you on a time trip to medieval Bruges. Let yourself be swept up in a wonderful love story while walking through seven historical themed rooms – magnificent medieval backdrops, with film, music and special effects. Using an audio guide you will hear everything about the Golden Age of Bruges and imagine yourself back in the time of Jan van Eyck. The Historium is located on the Market Square, where the Waterhalle used to be. This was the central warehouse for the shipping industry in the thriving trading city. The location has been reconstructed in the attraction and gives your visit an extra dimension.
The Markt
Overlook the Market Square from the Historium's panoramic terrace.
What‘s Included
Historium Story
Audio guide (available in NL, FR, EN, DE, ES, IT, PT, RU, ZH or JA)
Historium Exhibition
Historium Virtual Reality
Historium Tower
Food or drinks
Parking
Meeting points
Historium Brugge
Markt 1 Bruges Belgium
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Historium Story Ticket
Reviews
93 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Disappointment with repair
Curious567243,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The Historium Brugge has a format that you may like more or less, but you generally know what you’re going to from the beginning. In our case, the experience did not start well: while we were preparing the audio guide for a young child, they started the group without warning and completely uncoordinated us. From there, the audio did not match the rooms and it was difficult to follow the story, without the possibility of correcting it. I think the system has little room for adjustment once inside, which means that if something fails, the experience suffers a lot. That said, after commenting on what happened, the staff responded correctly and returned 80% of the amount, which is to be appreciated and compensated in part for the situation.
Claustrophobic and dark
markkP8213PP,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00This was just bearable. The best part was getting back out into the light and looking out from the balcony. It’s a pretty claustrophobic experience going into one dark room after another without any host to guide you. Why does it all have to be so dark (I guess because of so many screens) - in my opinion self defeating.. The story is pretty unengaging and the narration is too long and can bore the socks off you. There are no windows and the doors close behind you. It felt more like a spooky ride you had to walk/climb through. A human guide would make it far better. Ditch the headphones and have a person talk you through in a couple of languages. Nobody would mind a bit if repetitiveness as long as the spiel is to the point.
Amazing!!
P-JVanGestel,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very nice experience!! Is well put together with the videos that are incorporated into the decor, as if you are concerned with it. Very interesting and clearly explained about a piece of the medieval history of Bruges. Highly recommended and a nice relaxing activity for young and old.
A must-do!
annielJ1335SC,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely loved this experience. What an amazing way of showing your city’s history! Would recommend this to just about anyone!
Impressive set up and fun for little ones
Tilda841,May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We visited with two under 5s and they both really enjoyed the tour. The story was easy to follow and the sets and moving figures were impressive. We had a beer in the bar afterwards too - it was a big thumbs up from all of us.
Perfect experience
585ulliw,Apr 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The story we were able to experience here made the museum visit a unique experience. It was the most entertaining and informative museum visit I've ever had. I would recommend it to everyone. We had a small problem with the children, but the employee Eline was so accommodating and super friendly that everything was resolved. We haven't experienced such service very often anywhere in the world. Thank you, it was great.
Discover the old trading city of Bruges
Biancawi,Feb 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice experience! You get headphones on and are digitally taken on an adventure with Jacob through old Bruges via 7 rooms. When the Tour is finished, you can still interact. Then we had a delicious drink in the bar overlooking the market square.
Rubbish
SmilesSolihull,Dec 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Complete the waste of money. Stupid story about a parrot. I wanted to know about the history of this lovely city. I learned very little. 72 Euros and I feel completely ripped off. Please don’t waste your money
Historium Brugge
Sightseer55170510552,Nov 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00It was a really fun and immersive experience. They have made a 3D movie which takes you through medieval Brugge, following the love story of (fictive) Jacob, the apprentice of the painter Jan van Eyck & Anne. In my opinion it was a bit less about the actual history of Brugge, apart from the loose audio tracks you can listen to when reaching the glass displays, and more about this fictive love story, which in itself was very enjoyable mainly due to the immersiveness of the tour. The love story in itself was really fun. The Video they made to accompany the story was full of detail and intrest and takes you through various themed rooms to immerse you further. The actual historical knowledge of Brugge will be mainly seen near the end of the tour, where you can type in manual codes on the audio machine to hear information on specific displays and eras. When visiting Brugge and you have the time, this is worth to visit and experience once.
Lots of money for nothing
judithmW1768WT,Oct 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Kids stuff. For families quite nice and for people with an attention span of a moth maybe okay. Otherwise, little draft. Superficial love story in Bruges with some props around it. Lots of money for nothing.
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