Discovering the Charms of Belgium in 7 Days

Day 1: Historic Brussels

Brussels, Belgium

9:00AM

Grand Place

Start your day with a visit to the stunning Grand Place, surrounded by elegant guildhalls and the Town Hall. Enjoy a delicious Belgian waffle for breakfast from one of the nearby vendors.
Walk or take the metro to Grand Place from your accommodation.
€5 for a waffle, 2 hours

1:00PM

Atomium

Head to the iconic Atomium, a symbol of modern architecture in Brussels. Take a tour of the spheres and enjoy lunch at the Atomium Restaurant with panoramic views of the city.
Take the metro to Heysel station and follow the signs to Atomium.
€15 for entrance and tour, 3 hours

5:00PM

Mont des Arts

End your day at Mont des Arts for a picturesque view of Brussels. Explore the museums and gardens in the area before dinner.
Walk from Atomium or take the metro to Central Station and walk to Mont des Arts.
Free, 2 hours
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Day 2: Charming Ghent

Ghent, Belgium

9:00AM

Gravensteen Castle

Begin your day at the medieval Gravensteen Castle, exploring its history and enjoying panoramic views of Ghent.
Walk or take a taxi to the castle.
€10 for entrance, 2 hours

1:00PM

Graslei and Korenlei

Stroll along the picturesque Graslei and Korenlei streets, lined with historic buildings and charming cafes. Stop for a traditional Flemish stew for lunch.
Walk from the castle to the riverfront.
€15 for lunch, 2 hours

4:00PM

Saint Bavo's Cathedral

Visit Saint Bavo's Cathedral to see the famous Ghent Altarpiece by the Van Eyck brothers. Explore the impressive interior of the cathedral before dinner.
Walk to the cathedral from Graslei and Korenlei.
€4 for entrance, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Enchanting Bruges

Bruges, Belgium

9:00AM

Belfry of Bruges

Start your day by climbing the Belfry of Bruges for panoramic views of the city and its canals. Enjoy a freshly baked Belgian pastry for breakfast.
Walk to the Belfry from your accommodation in the city centre.
€12 for entrance, 2 hours

1:00PM

Boat Tour

Take a scenic boat tour of Bruges' canals to admire the medieval architecture and picturesque bridges. Have lunch at a cosy canal-side restaurant.
Boat tours depart from various points in the city centre.
€10 for boat tour, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Minnewater Park

Relax in the serene Minnewater Park, known as the 'Lake of Love'. Admire the swans and beautiful surroundings before dinner.
Walk from the city centre to the park.
Free, 1 hour
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Day 4: Artistic Antwerp

Antwerp, Belgium

9:00AM

Rubenshuis

Start your day at Rubenshuis, the former home and studio of the renowned painter Peter Paul Rubens. Explore the art collection and beautiful gardens.
Take a tram or walk to Rubenshuis from your accommodation.
€10 for entrance, 2 hours

1:00PM

Antwerp Central Station

Visit the stunning Antwerp Central Station, a masterpiece of architecture. Have lunch at one of the station's cafes.
Take a tram or walk to the station from Rubenshuis.
€10 for lunch, 1 hour

3:00PM

Cathedral of Our Lady

Explore the Cathedral of Our Lady to see masterpieces by artists such as Rubens and Van Dyck. Climb the bell tower for a panoramic view of Antwerp.
Walk from the station to the cathedral.
€6 for entrance, 2 hours
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Day 5: Historic Leuven

Leuven, Belgium

9:00AM

University Library

Start your day at the University Library, a stunning example of Flemish architecture. Explore the library's halls and enjoy a traditional Flemish breakfast nearby.
Walk to the library from your accommodation in the city centre.
€8 for entrance, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Oude Markt

Head to Oude Markt, known as the 'Longest Bar in the World', for a lunch of local Belgian dishes and refreshing beers.
Walk to Oude Markt from the library.
€20 for lunch, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Stella Artois Brewery

Take a tour of the Stella Artois Brewery to learn about the brewing process and enjoy a beer tasting session.
Take a taxi or public transport to the brewery.
€15 for brewery tour, 2 hours
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Day 6: Scenic Namur

Namur, Belgium

9:00AM

Citadel of Namur

Begin your day with a visit to the Citadel of Namur, offering panoramic views of the city and the River Meuse. Explore the underground passages and enjoy the history.
Take a bus or walk to the citadel from your accommodation.
€8 for entrance, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Place d'Armes

Head to Place d'Armes for lunch at one of the charming cafes with outdoor seating. Try traditional Belgian dishes like moules-frites.
Walk from the citadel to Place d'Armes.
€25 for lunch, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Meuse River Cruise

Relax with a leisurely cruise along the River Meuse, taking in the scenic views of Namur and its surroundings.
Join a river cruise from the Port of Namur.
€15 for cruise, 1.5 hours
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Day 7: Picturesque Dinant

Dinant, Belgium

9:00AM

Citadel of Dinant

Start your day with a visit to the Citadel of Dinant, perched on a rocky cliff overlooking the town. Explore the fortress and enjoy the breathtaking views.
Take a train or drive to Dinant and walk to the citadel.
€10 for entrance, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch by the River Meuse

Enjoy a riverside lunch in Dinant, savouring local delicacies such as Dinantse flamiche. Relax by the water before exploring more of the town.
Walk from the citadel to a riverside restaurant.
€20 for lunch, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

House of Mr Sax

Visit the House of Mr Sax to learn about the inventor of the saxophone, Adolphe Sax. Discover the history of this iconic musical instrument.
Walk to the House of Mr Sax from the riverfront.
€6 for entrance, 1 hour
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