7 days in Belgium Itinerary

Its reputation as a business-centric city distracts many visitors from the real draws of Antwerp: its historical sites, architectural beauty, and lively culture.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Wed): take a peaceful walk through peerdsbos Brasschaat - Laarse Beek, trek along Loopgravenpad Mastenbos, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of Our Lady, and finally look for gifts at Pierre Marcolini.

To see more things to do, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Antwerp holiday planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Antwerp is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in January, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to 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.

Visiting Sonian Forest and Etangs d'Ixelles will get you outdoors. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Grand Place, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Cantillon Brewery, explore the world behind art at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, and examine the collection at Atomium.

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You can drive from Antwerp to Brussels in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In January in Brussels, expect temperatures between 5°C during the day and 0°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Ghent.

Ghent melds the fairy tale-like beauty of Bruges with its stunning Flemish architecture, while at the same time supporting a vibrant cafe and bar scene.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): relax and rejuvenate at Oncomassage, identify plant and animal life at Damvallei, then look for all kinds of wild species at Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen Nature Reserve, and finally get engrossed in the history at Gravensteen.

For other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Ghent trip planner.

You can drive from Brussels to Ghent in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Bruges.

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

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): indulge in some personalized pampering at Royal Thai Massage, take in panoramic vistas at Belfry of Bruges, then explore the activities along Minnewater Lake, then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, and finally contemplate the long history of Historic Centre of Brugge. Keep things going the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Baja Beach & Bar, get outside with Plage d'Amante, then enjoy the sand and surf at Beach De Haan, and finally don't miss a visit to The Markt.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Bruges trip planner.

You can drive from Ghent to Bruges in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in January, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to go by car back home.