13 days in Amsterdam & Brussels Itinerary

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Amsterdam: The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery (in The Hague), Haarlem (Molen De Adriaan Museum, Frans Hals Museum, &more) and Delft (Oostpoort & Room Escape Games). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, stroll around Vondelpark, admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, and wander the streets of The Jordaan.

To see maps, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Amsterdam trip planner.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiports are Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Eindhoven Airport and Eelde Airport. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in January, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) so you can go by car to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Brussels: Ghent (Food Tours, Gravensteen, &more), Antwerp (Antwerpen-Centraal, Room Escape Games, &more) and Bruges (Groeningemuseum, Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, &more). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Grand Place, buy something for everyone on your list at Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, admire the landmark architecture of Parc du Cinquantenaire, and examine the collection at Musical Instruments Museum (MIM).

To find maps, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Brussels online vacation planner.

You can drive from Amsterdam to Brussels in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In January, plan for daily highs up to 5°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) so you can go by car back home.