3-Day Scenic and Cultural Tour of Belgium

Day 1: Brussels City Highlights

Brussels, Belgium on June 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Le Pain Quotidien

Start your day with a delicious organic breakfast featuring fresh pastries and coffee at this popular local café open from 7:30am.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Grand Place (Grote Markt)

Explore Brussels’ stunning central square, famous for its ornate guildhalls and vibrant atmosphere. A must-see UNESCO World Heritage site.
Free, 1h

10:45am

Manneken Pis Statue

Visit this quirky and iconic small bronze statue, a symbol of Brussels’ humor and history, located a short walk from Grand Place.
Free, 30m

11:30am

Royal Palace and Parc de Bruxelles

Tour the Royal Palace’s grounds and enjoy a peaceful stroll in the adjoining Parc de Bruxelles, open daily from dawn to dusk.
Free, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Chez Léon

Taste traditional Belgian specialties such as moules-frites at this well-known Brussels eatery open for lunch from noon.
EUR30, 1h

2:30pm

Magritte Museum

Discover surreal artwork by René Magritte at this dedicated museum open 10am to 6pm, showcasing Belgium's contribution to surrealism.
EUR14, 1h30m

4:15pm

Delirium Café

Enjoy sampling from thousands of Belgian beers at this famous café known for its extensive selection and lively vibe.
Varies, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at La Roue d'Or

Savor classic Belgian dishes in a cozy Art Nouveau setting, open for dinner from 6pm.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Medieval Towns Tour

Ghent and Bruges, Belgium on June 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at the hotel

Fuel up early with a hearty hotel breakfast before heading out to the nearby medieval cities.
Included, 30m

8:30am

Travel to Ghent

Take a short train ride (about 30 minutes) from Brussels to Ghent to explore one of Belgium’s best-preserved medieval cities.
EUR12, 30m

9:15am

Gravensteen Castle

Explore the medieval fortress offering panoramic views of Ghent, open from 10am to 6pm, immersing you in medieval history.
EUR12, 1h30m

11:00am

St. Bavo's Cathedral

Visit the stunning Gothic cathedral, home to the famous Van Eyck painting, Ghent Altarpiece. Open daily until 5pm.
Free, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at De Graslei

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant on Ghent’s picturesque old port, savoring local Flemish dishes.
EUR25, 1h

2:00pm

Travel to Bruges

Catch a train to Bruges, a 30-minute ride, famous for its canals and medieval streets.
EUR10, 30m

2:45pm

Boat Tour on Bruges Canals

Take a relaxing 30-minute boat tour through Bruges’ iconic canals to enjoy its historic architecture from a unique angle. Tours run till early evening.
EUR12, 30m

3:30pm

Belfry Tower

Climb the 366 steps of this medieval bell tower for spectacular city views, open until 6pm.
EUR14, 1h

5:00pm

Walk the Market Square

Stroll around the vibrant Market Square with its colorful guild houses and cafes.
Free, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Den Dyver

Dine on carefully paired Belgian beer and gourmet dishes at this highly rated Bruges restaurant open till 9pm.
EUR50, 1h30m
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Day 3: Art and University Towns

Antwerp and Leuven, Belgium on June 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Kulminator, Antwerp

Enjoy a specialty coffee and fresh pastry from 8am, as this café is famous for its Belgian beer and cozy atmosphere.
EUR12, 45m

8:30am

Antwerp Central Station

Admire one of the world’s most beautiful train stations, an architectural gem and gateway to Antwerp city center.
Free, 30m

9:15am

Cathedral of Our Lady

Visit Antwerp’s Gothic cathedral featuring masterpieces by Peter Paul Rubens, open from 10am to 5:15pm.
EUR6, 1h

10:30am

Rubenshuis

Tour the former home and studio of baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens, now a museum showcasing his works, open till 6pm.
EUR10, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at The Jane

Indulge in a highly regarded Michelin-starred dining experience in Antwerp offering innovative Belgian cuisine (booking recommended).
From EUR130, 1h30m

2:00pm

Travel to Leuven

Take a short 25-minute train ride from Antwerp to Leuven, a vibrant university town.
EUR8, 30m

2:45pm

University Library and Bell Tower

Tour the impressive university library with its beautiful architecture and climb the bell tower for panoramic views, open till 5pm.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Old Market Square

Explore this lively square lined with cafés and terraces, known as the longest bar in the world, perfect for an afternoon drink.
Varies, 45m

6:00pm

Dinner at Domus Brewery

Experience a traditional Belgian brewery and restaurant serving hearty meals paired with their brewed beers, open till 10pm.
EUR35, 1h30m
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