7-Day City Experience in Lille, Brugge, and Brussels

  • Day 1: Lille
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    Begin your city adventure in the charming city of Lille. Start exploring the city's rich history and culture by visiting the Lille Cathedral and the Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille, which houses one of the largest art collections in France. Make sure to also explore the city's lively market and sample some of its famous street food.

  • Day 2: Brugge
    Estimated Time from Previous Location: 1 hour 20 minutes (85 km)

    Take a trip to the fairytale-like city of Brugge and explore its medieval architecture and iconic landmarks such as the Belfry Tower and the Church of Our Lady Bruges. Take a walk along the picturesque canals and indulge in some of Belgium's famous chocolate and beer.

  • Day 3: Brussels
    Estimated Time from Previous Location: 1 hour 5 minutes (97 km)

    Continue your adventure to Belgium's vibrant capital, Brussels. Explore the city's impressive architecture by visiting the Grand Place, the Manneken Pis, and the Atomium. Indulge in some world-famous Belgian cuisine by tasting their various waffles, fries, and chocolate.

  • Day 4: Brussels
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    Spend another day in Brussels and discover more of the city's culture and history. Visit the Royal Palace of Brussels, the Musée Magritte Museum, and the Belgian Comic Strip Center. Have a relaxing time at the Cinquantenaire Park and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

  • Day 5: Lille
    Estimated Time from Previous Location: 1 hour 10 minutes (119 km)

    Return to Lille to explore more of its historic landmarks such as the Palais Rihour, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and La Vieille Bourse. Relax at the city's charming parks like the Jardin botanique de la Faculté de Pharmacie de Lille.

  • Day 6: Lille
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    Spend your last day in Lille exploring the city's famous art scene. Visit the La Piscine Museum located in an old art deco swimming pool and explore the Lille Métropole Museum of Modern, Contemporary and Outsider Art. Take a stroll down the city's vibrant street art scene and enjoy the artistic atmosphere.

  • Day 7: Departure
    Estimated Time from Previous Location: Depends on the airport

    Depart from the hotel and head to the airport for your departure flight.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Lille Cathedral (1 hour, free)
  • Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille (2-3 hours, €7)
  • Belfry Tower (1 hour, €12 for adults)
  • Church of Our Lady Bruges (30 minutes, €6 for adults)
  • Grand Place (1-2 hours, free)
  • Manneken Pis (30 minutes, free)
  • Atomium (1-2 hours, €15)
  • Royal Palace of Brussels (1-2 hours, free)
  • Musée Magritte Museum (1-2 hours, €15 for adults)
  • Belgian Comic Strip Center (1-2 hours, €10 for adults)
  • Palais Rihour (30 minutes, free)
  • Chamber of Commerce and Industry (1 hour, free)
  • La Vieille Bourse (1 hour, free)
  • La Piscine Museum (2-3 hours, €8 for adults)
  • Lille Métropole Museum of Modern Art (2-3 hours, €9 for adults)
  • Jardin botanique de la Faculté de Pharmacie de Lille (1 hour, free)
Total Estimated Costs: €89 per person

Transportation

All cities in this itinerary are best explored on foot or by using public transportation. In Lille, the city's metro system is highly efficient, while cycling is highly recommended in Brugge. In Brussels, the metro and bus networks are most efficient to navigate around the city. The estimated travel cost per person for public transportation between cities is €30, while renting a car for the duration of the trip will cost around €200.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other nearby cities such as Ghent, Antwerp, or Amsterdam. With less time, consider limiting your stay to two cities instead of three to fully experience each destination without feeling too rushed.

Airports

The nearest airport to Lille is Lille Airport (LIL), which is 10km from the city center. Brussels Airport (BRU), which is around 12km from the city center, is the nearest airport to both Brussels and Brugge.

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