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Old St. John's Hospital

Old St. John's Hospital
Photo: Jan Beerblock, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons

Old St. John's Hospital operated from the 12th century until 1976. It now displays medical history and works by Hans Memling. The site includes original chapels and patient rooms.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Bruges: Weekend Escape

Visiting Old St. John's Hospital: what to know

Tickets
Admission fees apply; current prices listed at the entrance.
Time needed
Allow one to two hours.
Best time
Visit in the morning to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Located in the city centre near Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk.

Bruges itineraries with Old St. John's Hospital

Day 2 of Bruges: Weekend Escape

Museums and the Beguinage

How Old St. John's Hospital fits into a day.
  1. 10:00GroeningemuseumDijver
  2. 12:30Church of Our Lady, BrugesCentre
  3. 14:00Old St. John's HospitalCentre
  4. 16:00MinnewaterSouth
  5. 16:30Princely Beguinage Ten WijngaerdeSouth
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Old St. John's Hospital FAQs

Is Old St. John's Hospital open to visitors?

Yes, it operates as a museum with regular opening hours.

What art is inside Old St. John's Hospital?

It holds several paintings by Hans Memling along with religious objects.

Can you see the original hospital wards?

Yes, the medieval wards and chapel remain intact for viewing.

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