19 Best Day Trips from Brussels, Belgium

Belgium is a small country, but with a lot to offer visitors. The capital city of Brussels is centrally located and makes for the perfect base for exploring not only Belgium but also the Netherlands, France, and Germany. If you’re looking for some great day trips to take from Brussels, look no further.

If you’re traveling to Brussels, Belgium, and want to get the most out of the city for a day or two, consider these trip ideas. Each one is easily accessible from Brussels by train or car—all of them are worth exploring. 

And if you’ll be coming back to Brussels after your day trips, you can reserve the best accommodation at Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre. It’s just a few meters from the Brussels Central Station and will undoubtedly offer the comfort you deserve after a busy day.

Best Day Trips from Brussels, Belgium

These are some of our favorite Brussels day trips to experience.

1. Bruges

Bruges has been inhabited since Roman times, but its heyday came during the Middle Ages when it became an important trading center. Bruges is often (one of several towns) called the “Venice of the North” because of its canals and medieval architecture.

This picturesque town is only an hour away from Brussels by train, making it the perfect day trip destination. Once you arrive in Bruges, be sure to check out Market Square and the Belfry Tower, and take a canal cruise.

You can also visit one of the many museums or art galleries or simply enjoy wandering the narrow streets and taking in the atmosphere.

If you’re looking for a place to escape the hustle and bustle of Brussels, the quaint town of Bruges is your perfect day-trip destination. The city was awarded a UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2000 due to its well-preserved medieval city center, which is largely intact.

In addition to visiting all these sights, there are plenty more things that you can do while visiting Bruges. For instance, you can relish traditional Belgian food such as some of their thick waffles or fries smothered in mayonnaise (it sounds disgusting to most Americans, but it actually tastes pretty good – I can’t actually go back to ketchup now).

You can also try some local beer from one of the many breweries located throughout town.

The best part is that you can even book guided tours from Brussels to Bruges. For instance, try the Bruges and Ghent tour to get the best these cities have to offer.

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