Old St. John Site (Site Oud Sint-Jan)

Overview

The Old St. John Site is a historic complex in Bruges that includes the former St. John's Hospital and the Hans Memling Museum. It offers a glimpse into medieval healthcare and art.

The site is one of the oldest hospital sites in Europe and houses a significant collection of medieval art.

Historical Art

Location

Address

Mariastraat 38, Bruges, West Flanders

Neighborhood: Historical Center

Coordinates

51.209005, 3.224696

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€12

Children

€6

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry €15

parking €5

food €12

souvenirs €15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Visit Bruges

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Brussels Airport

Distance: 85 km

Travel Time: 1 hour 15 min

taxi

€120 1 hour 15 min

public_transport

€20 1 hour 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

walking

Free 15 min

bus

€1.50 10 min

taxi

€10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local waffles
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hallo

thank_you Dank je

where_is Waar is

how_much Hoeveel kost dat

beautiful Mooi

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: Dutch, English, French, German

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #bruges #history

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, gardens

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Bruges Belfry

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Tower

Basilica of the Holy Blood

Distance: 800m

Walking: 12 min

Type: Church

Groeningemuseum

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Museum

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+32 50 43 35 50

info@stjohnsite.be

www.stjohnsite.be

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