19 days in Belgium Itinerary

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Explore Bruges' surroundings by going to Ghent (Korenmarkt, Ghent City Center, &more), Menin Gate Memorial (in Ieper (Ypres)) and Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk en de Gravenkapel (in Kortrijk). There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to The Markt, examine the collection at Friet Museum, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, and explore the activities along Minnewater Lake.

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New York City, USA to Bruges is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 6 hours. In December, daily temperatures in Bruges can reach 47°F, while at night they dip to 38°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Mons.

Not far from Brussels, Mons is home to a World Heritage Site, the former home of Van Gogh, and Roman ruins.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): take a stroll around Hotel de ville, stroll the grounds of St Symphorien Military Cemetery, take in the spiritual surroundings of Collegiale Sainte-Waudru, then meet the residents at Pairi Daiza, and finally explore the world behind art at Francois Duesberg Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the landmark architecture of Église Saint-Jacques, appreciate the history behind Saint Luke Painting the Virgin, then don't miss a visit to Grand-Place de Mons, then admire the natural beauty at Parc communal, and finally brush up on your military savvy at Mons Memorial Museum.

To find traveler tips, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Mons holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Bruges to Mons takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 46°F, and evening lows to 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Hoogstraten.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Mon): contemplate the long history of Begijnhof Hoogstraten, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Beguinage, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sint Katharinakerk, then walk around Grenspark de Zoom-Kalmthoutse Heide, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at Brasschaats Badhuis. Here are some ideas for day two: look for gifts at De Biergrens, steep yourself in history at Architect's House Jozef Schellekens, then see the interesting displays at Béguinage of Turnhout, then see the interesting displays at National Playing Card Museum, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sint-Pieterskerk.

To see other places to visit and other tourist information, go to the Hoogstraten online journey planner.

You can drive from Mons to Hoogstraten in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In December, plan for daily highs up to 46°F, and evening lows to 36°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (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.

Brussels is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Grand Place, buy something for everyone on your list at Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, examine the collection at Musical Instruments Museum (MIM), and admire the masterpieces at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.

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Traveling by car from Hoogstraten to Brussels takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In December in Brussels, expect temperatures between 43°F during the day and 35°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to catch the flight back home.