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St. John's Hospital (Sint-Janshospitaal) / Memling Museum
Best time to visit
Early morning on weekdays brings quieter galleries and the best chapel light, so aim for opening time. Visit November to March for fewer tourists, though daylight for photos is reduced.
Budget tips
Pay a modest entry fee; children under 6 are usually free, and reduced rates apply for students and seniors, so check online for current prices and whether the Bruges City Card or other local passes include admission.
Recommended for
Art lovers, History buffs, Photography enthusiasts, Couples
Plan your visit
1-1.5 hours
About
حقائق سريعة: Wandering the hushed stone wards feels like stepping into a living museum, where original wooden beds and centuries-old medical instruments make history tactile. Surprising scholars and visitors alike, the collection includes an acclaimed multipart altarpiece by Hans Memling, a work that helped define Northern Renaissance portraiture.
النقاط البارزة: Step into the dim, honey-scented ward and you can almost hear the scrape of wooden clogs, while a 15th-century altarpiece by Hans Memling still presides above the low oak beds. Legend says patients once paid with donated clogs and bundles of rosemary, and donor names like Jan Floreins are immortalized in a 15th-century triptych that quietly watches over where the sick were cared for.
Insider tips
- Arrive at opening to avoid cruise-ship groups that arrive mid-morning.
- Take the small guided audio or brochure in English to understand Memling’s panels, especially the Last Judgment.
- No flash photography near paintings, so use a steady hand or low ISO for clear shots.
- Wear comfortable shoes; floors are uneven in medieval wards and spaces are compact.
انقر للحجز في جولة مشي مجانية في Bruges, Belgium
أفضل طريقة لتجربة المدينة مع دليل محلي.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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