Historium Bruges
About This Museum
People don't come to the Historium just to see artifacts; they come to be swept into a story. You're handed an audio guide and suddenly you're following the tale of Jacob, a young apprentice to Jan van Eyck, as he navigates the bustling, muddy streets of 15th-century Bruges. The experience unfolds through a series of beautifully crafted sets—a busy harbor, a painter's studio, a merchant's office—that feel less like exhibits and more like stages for a play you're walking through. It’s history made immediate and deeply personal, not by looking at objects behind glass, but by living inside a moment in time.
Collection Highlights
The journey through Jacob's eyes is the main event, with the recreated medieval harbor and the Van Eyck workshop being particularly vivid. The 'Historical VR Experience' that lets you soar over a digitally reconstructed medieval Bruges is also a breathtaking highlight.
Visitor Information
It's right on the main Markt square, so you can't miss it. Definitely use the audio guide—it's the heart of the whole experience—and booking online ahead of time is a good idea to skip the queues.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a grand Neo-Gothic building that perfectly complements the historic heart of Bruges, its pointed arches and ornate facade make it feel like it's always been part of the city's story.
Contact & Location
Address: Historium, 1, Markt, Steenstraatkwartier, Brugge-Centrum, Brugge, West-Vlaanderen, 8000, België / Belgique / Belgien
Phone: +32 50 27 03 11
Website: Visit Website
