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Grand Place, Brussels, Belgium

Belgium is best taken slowly: frites and waffles in Brussels, canal-side evenings in Bruges and the medieval guildhalls along the water in Ghent.

Belgium is small enough to explore by train, with Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp all within about an hour of Brussels. Start on the Grand Place, then follow the comic-strip murals through the old town. In Bruges, walk the canals early, before the day visitors arrive, and in Ghent see the Van Eyck brothers' Ghent Altarpiece in St. Bavo's Cathedral. Between museums, there are more than 1,000 Belgian beers to try and chocolatiers on almost every corner.

Our local experts can plan a food tour of Brussels with a guide who knows the best frites stands and pralines, or a winter trip around the Christmas markets of the Flemish cities. They'll book the trains and museum tickets so the details are taken care of. Every booking made directly with them sends more of your spend to small hotels, brewers and food guides in Belgium.

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Best time to visit

Spring and early fall: April to June, September to October
Christmas markets: Late November to early January

Destination highlights

Join a food tour of Brussels to taste frites, waffles and pralines, and learn to make your own waffles at a workshop. Take the train to Bruges for a boat trip on the canals and a tour of the Halve Maan brewery, whose beer pipeline runs under the city streets. In laid-back Ghent, climb the medieval Belfry, then continue to Antwerp for its cathedral, Rubens paintings and grand railway station.

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Grand Place, Brussels, Belgium
  • Mieke

    I'll help you explore the heart of Belgium and experience a feast for the senses - from its amazing old-world architecture to its excellent food and beers...

  • Mieke

    I'd recommend taking a food tour of Brussels: you'll find few better ways to explore the capital than through its excellent culinary delicacies!

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Frequently asked questions about Belgium

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  • Belgium can be visited all year. Spring (April to June) and early fall (September and October) bring mild weather for walking and cycling, while summer is warmest and busiest in Bruges. From late November, Christmas markets and winter lights fill the squares of Brussels, Bruges and Ghent. Rain is possible in any season, so pack a light waterproof.

  • Belgium has three official languages: Dutch (often called Flemish) in the north, French in the south and German in a small area in the east. Brussels is officially bilingual. English is widely spoken, especially in Flanders and in hotels and restaurants.

  • No. Belgium is in the Schengen area, so US citizens can visit without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area, and you may be asked for a return ticket. Check the latest entry requirements before you travel.

  • Belgium uses the euro (EUR). Cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere, including most cafés and shops, though a few coins are handy for markets and public restrooms. ATMs are easy to find in towns and at train stations.

  • Belgium is in western Europe, bordered by the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg and France, with a short North Sea coast. Brussels, the capital, is also home to the main institutions of the European Union. High-speed trains link Brussels with Paris, Amsterdam and London.

  • Belgium is a safe destination for most visitors. Pickpocketing can happen at busy train stations, on the Brussels metro and on trains, so keep bags with you rather than on overhead racks. Watch out for cyclists in the cities. Check the latest US travel advisory before you travel.

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