Landmark · Bruges
Basilica of the Holy Blood (Heilig-Bloedbasiliek): free entry days, tickets & hours
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Basilica of the Holy Blood is free to enter.
- Open today 10:00–17:15.
- Also free: Treasury museum free for children under 12.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Always freeThe basilica (upper and lower chapel) is free to enter | everyone | The museum/treasury costs €5. During religious services one chapel is reserved for worshippers. | No |
| Free forTreasury museum free for children under 12 | children under 12 | — | No |
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- The relic is shown for veneration daily 14:00-16:00 (and Fridays 10:15-11:00).
- Mass daily at 11:00 except Monday; sightseeing is restricted in that chapel during services.
- Holy Blood Procession: Ascension Day, 6 May 2027.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: Basilica of the Holy Blood
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Official prices
Basilica of the Holy Blood ticket prices
| Museum and Treasury — Small treasury with the 1614 Great Shrine of the Holy Blood. | €5 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 10:00–17:15 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–17:15 |
| Wed | 10:00–17:15 |
| Thu | 10:00–17:15 |
| Fri | 10:00–17:15 |
| Sat | 10:00–17:15 |
| Sun | 10:00–17:15 |
Open every day 10:00-17:15. During services the lower or upper chapel is open only to worshippers. Annual closure for about a week in January (12-17 Jan in 2026).
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FAQ
Basilica of the Holy Blood: common questions
Is Basilica of the Holy Blood free?
Yes — Basilica of the Holy Blood is free to enter. Also free: Treasury museum free for children under 12.
Who gets free entry to Basilica of the Holy Blood?
Children under 12.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- holyblood.com/homepage-of-the-basilica-of-the-holy-blood · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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