Planning a trip to Belgium? Experience charming cities, savour Belgian chocolate and learn about diamonds. On this page you will find tips and inspiration for travelling to Belgium.
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Travelling to Belgium - guides, reports and tips
Belgium, located in the western part of Europe, welcomes you to cosy gems like Ghent and Bruges. Here you can visit breweries, savour moules frites and try the classic waffles. On this page you will find reports with tips for your trip.
Floraliën Ghent – Aunt Anna botanizes at the flower festival
Belgian Food – 20 Classic Dishes to Try
Groot-Bijgarden in Belgium – Aunt Anna in a world of colors
Aunt Anna is (almost) travelling to Japan - the Japanese garden in Hasselt, Belgium
Limburg in Belgium - Aunt Anna and the Spirits
Christmas in Belgium - Aunt Anna refuses Christmas
The life and times of Aunt Anna in Belgium
Aunt Anna at the Royal Central African Museum Tervuren, Belgium
Postel in Belgium - Aunt Anna enters a convent
Hallerbos in Belgium - Aunt Anna in the Blue Forest
Shrimp fishing on horseback in Belgium - Aunt Anna and the giants of the North Sea
A day in Antwerp - Aunt Anna is a local tourist.
Aunt Anna in the ghost town of Doel in Belgium
Aunt Anna's hidden jewels in Brussels
Aunt Anna with the King of Belgium - Laeken greenhouses
Facts about Belgium - 30 things you (maybe) didn't know ...
Unesco World Heritage sites in Belgium - 13 places of interest
Belgian beer - and breweries in Belgium
Things to do in Brussels – 20 attractions and experiences
4 good restaurants in Brussels - great Belgian food
7 things to do in Mechelen in Belgium
Visiting the Atomium in Brussels - and Belgium's Mini-Europe
We try Belgian waffles in Belgium
4 unique bars in Brussels - not to be missed!
Things to do in Antwerp – 22 attractions, experiences and best tips
Brewery in Antwerp - and a hearty meat meal
Things to do in Ghent – 16 attractions, experiences and best tips
Flanders in Belgium has pleasantly surprised us
Restaurants in Ghent - and local specialities in Belgium
14 things to see and do in Bruges, Belgium
Brewery in Bruges - Belgian beer at De Halve Maan
Hasselt in Belgium – shopping and partying
Films about Belgium
Here you can find several films from our trips to Belgium.
Good to know before travelling to Belgium
Fast facts about Belgium
- Capital city: Brussels
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
- Language: Dutch, French and German
- Time zone: GMT+1
- Population: about 11.5 million
- Electricity: 230V (European plugs work)
- Go ahead: right side
Frequently asked questions about Belgium
When is the best time to travel to Belgium?
Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) are often the best periods, with pleasant weather and fewer visitors. Summer is popular for city life and outdoor dining.
Do you need a visa for Belgium?
No, as a Swedish citizen you do not need a visa to travel to Belgium.
How long should you stay in Belgium?
One weekend is enough for a city like Brussels, but 3-5 days makes it possible to combine several cities like Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp.
Is Belgium an expensive destination?
Belgium is a medium-price country. Accommodation and restaurants can be slightly more expensive in popular cities, but there are options in different price ranges.
How to get around Belgium?
The train network is well developed and makes it easy to travel between cities. Distances are short, making it easy to visit several places in one journey.
Is Belgium safe to travel to?
Belgium is a safe destination, but as in many big cities, you should be aware of pickpocketing in tourist areas.
What are the top travel destinations in Belgium?
Brussels offers city life and culture, while pier and Ghent attracts with historic city centres. Antwerp is known for design, fashion and art.
Do you need a vaccine before travelling to Belgium?
No, no specific vaccinations are required beyond basic protection.
What to consider culturally in Belgium?
Belgium has several official languages and cultural influences. It is common to adapt languages by region, but English usually works well.
What is the food and drink like in Belgium?
Belgium is known for its beer culture, with many local breweries and beer styles. Belgian food includes waffles, chocolate and classic dishes such as moules frites are important parts of the dining experience.
Similar destinations in Europe
If you like Belgium, there are several destinations in Europe that combine historic cities, local food culture and a vibrant atmosphere - perfect for shorter trips and more leisurely experiences.
- The Netherlands - canals, cycle-friendly cities and a relaxed lifestyle
- Germany - historic cities, beer culture and varied experiences
- France - food culture, wine and classic urban environments
- Czech Republic - charming cities and a strong beer culture
- Denmark - design, city life and restaurants in focus
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Marlene Rosen Wiklund says:
Congratulations to Freedomtravel, which has made the greatest possible impression on me and my husband, who is searching the internet for advice and tips for our European trip starting this April. However, I was a bit disappointed to read about Belgium where you do not write anything about Bruges which offers the medieval city centre that was included in 2000 on the UNESCO World Heritage List. That if anything is well worth a visit!?
02 April 2018 - 20:49
Helena says:
Hi Marlene! Thank you for your comment! Of course you are absolutely right that Bruges is worth a visit. On our country pages we only recommend places we have visited ourselves, and unfortunately we haven't had the opportunity to visit Bruges yet. Hopefully we will in the future!
08 April 2018 - 21:20