4 Days in Belgium & 4 Days in the Netherlands: Haarlem and Amsterdam Itinerary

Day 1: Brussels Exploration

Brussels, Belgium

8:00AM

Breakfast at Le Pain Quotidien

Start your day with an organic breakfast spread, featuring fresh-baked bread and pastries, in this cozy bakery chain known for its communal tables.
Located in the city center, easily reach Le Pain Quotidien on foot.
EUR15, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Grand Place

Wander around the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Grand Place, famed for its stunning architecture and vibrant flower market.
A short 10-minute walk from the bakery.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore Manneken Pis

Check out the quirky statue of Manneken Pis, a symbol of Brussels' irreverent sense of humor located just a few blocks away from the Grand Place.
A 5-minute walk from Grand Place.
Free, 30 minutes

11:30AM

Visit Atomium

Head over to the Atomium, an iconic building and museum that resembles a unit cell of an iron crystal and offers panoramic views of the city.
Take Metro Line 6 from Beekkant to Heysel (30 minutes).
EUR16, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Chez Léon

Delight in traditional Belgian mussels and fries at this lively brasserie close to the main attractions.
Return back to the city center via Metro (30 minutes).
EUR25, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit Royal Palace of Brussels

Stroll through the Royal Palace and the surrounding Brussels Park, enjoying the beautiful gardens and architecture.
A short 10-minute walk from Chez Léon.
Free, 1 hour

4:00PM

Chocolate Tasting Tour

Dive into a chocolate tasting tour at some of the finest chocolatiers in Brussels, savoring delightful pralines and truffles.
Walk to Choco-Story, a famous chocolate museum (10-minute walk).
EUR20, 1.5 hours

5:30PM

Visit Magritte Museum

Explore the surrealist works of René Magritte in a museum dedicated to this iconic artist, located nearby.
A 10-minute walk from Choco-Story.
EUR10, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Le Roy d'Espagne

Enjoy an exquisite dinner featuring local Belgian dishes, including carbonnade flamande, while enjoying views of the Grand Place.
A 5-minute walk from the Magritte Museum.
EUR35, 2 hours

9:00PM

Evening Stroll at Mont des Arts

Take a leisurely evening stroll at Mont des Arts; enjoy the artistic ambiance and beautiful city views lit up at night.
A 15-minute walk from the restaurant.
Free, 1 hour
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