11-Day Belgium Road Trip from Ostend to Nieuwpoort, Ghent, Antwerp & Brussels

Your amazing road trip adventure in Belgium begins when you reach the incredible city of Nieuwpoort. There, you'll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay.

Alternatively, the best cheap hotel in the city of Nieuwpoort is the Hotel Sandeshoved Zeedijk. This 2-star hotel is rated an average of 3.7 out of 5 stars by 1,966 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Nieuwpoort, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Nieuwpoort has many popular destinations you can explore.

Nieuwpoort also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Belgium!

Day 2 of your road trip through Belgium gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Uitkerkse Polders, Huisje van Majutte, The Zwin, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Bruges is the amazing Uitkerkse Polders. This attraction is a natura 2000 protected area and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 668 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible building, Huisje van Majutte.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Bruges is the outstanding The Zwin. This park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,943 visitors.

Castle Loppem is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Bruges. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 888 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ghent, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Ghent is the 4-star Ghent Marriott Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,304 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Ghent Marriott Hotel is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Ghent. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,304 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 918 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Dulle Griet, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ghent. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,103 customers.

Locals also recommend Patrick Foley's as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ghent. Patrick Foley's is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,180 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ghent is Het Waterhuis aan de Bierkant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,971 customers.

After dinner, visit Dulle Griet, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ghent. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,103 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Patrick Foley's. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,180 customers.

Alternatively, Trollekelder is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Ghent. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,614 customers.

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Day 3 of your road trip through Belgium gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day.

One of the best places to visit in the city of Ghent is the amazing Gravensteen. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,424 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Museum aan de Stroom in the city of Antwerp for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,987 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Antwerp is the outstanding ZOO Antwerpen. This zoo has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,915 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Antwerp.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Antwerp is the 3-star hotel Ibis Antwerpen Centrum. This hotel has an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars by 1,423 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Van Der Valk Hotel Antwerpen is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Antwerp. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,001 guests. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 999 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Billie's, one of the best restaurants in the city of Antwerp. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,257 customers.

Locals also recommend The Jane as one of the best restaurants in the city of Antwerp. The Jane is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,180 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Antwerp is Het Pomphuis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.

After dinner, visit Billie's, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Antwerp. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,257 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Paters Vaetje. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,669 customers.

Alternatively, Dogma is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Antwerp. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 912 customers.

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You’ll have time to visit two of the most popular areas in Belgium on day 4 of your road trip.

One of the best places to explore in the region of Brussels-Capital is Atomium. This excellent attraction is a history museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 70,009 visitors.

You could then travel to Parc du Cinquantenaire for some unforgettable sightseeing in the city of Brussels. This popular attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,801 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in the city of Brussels is Brussels Park. This outstanding urban park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,650 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Brussels.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Brussels is the 3-star hotel Motel One Brussels. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,226 guests.

Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 4-star hotel. The Brussels Marriott Hotel Grand Place is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Brussels. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,344 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Easyhotel Brussels City Centre. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,495 guests.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels, Le Bistro - Porte de Hal. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers.

Locals recommend Monk as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels. Monk is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels is The Lobster House. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,528 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Brussels, Delirium Café. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,478 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Monk. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Poechenellekelder is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Brussels. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,331 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Belgium with a toast!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Brussels. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels, Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Bois de la Cambre, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Brussels is St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels. This incredible attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,777 visitors.

Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Brussels. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,777 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Brussels is Bois de la Cambre. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,277 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Mont des Arts. This square and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,528 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Brussels.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels, like Le Cirio. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,548 customers.

Poechenellekelder is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Brussels. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,331 customers.

Locals enjoy Le Marmiton, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Brussels. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,876 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Brussels, Bar Des Amis. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,677 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Barbeton is another of the best bars in the city of Brussels. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Belgium!

On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the city of Brussels. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert, Museum of Natural Sciences, Leopold Park, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Brussels is Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert. This incredible attraction is a shopping mall and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 31,054 visitors.

Museum of Natural Sciences is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Brussels. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 31,054 visitors. Museum of Natural Sciences attracts about 26,239 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Brussels is Leopold Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,095 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Autoworld. This automobile museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,912 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Brussels.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels, like The Blue Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,345 customers.

Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Brussels. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Locals enjoy Barbeton, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Brussels. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Brussels, Churchill's. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Little Delirium. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

Green Lab is another of the best bars in the city of Brussels. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 572 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Belgium!

Day 7 of your road trip through Belgium gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Château d'Enghien, Pairi Daiza, Mayeur Garden, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Hainaut is the amazing Château d'Enghien. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,556 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible zoo, Pairi Daiza. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,728 visitors, it's easy to understand why Pairi Daiza welcomes around 2,000,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Hainaut is the outstanding Mayeur Garden. This park has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 818 visitors.

Les Lacs de l'Eau d'Heure is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Hainaut. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,055 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Mons, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Mons is the 3-star ibis Mons Centre Gare. This hotel has an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars by 502 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Congres Hotel Van der Valk Mons is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Mons. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,048 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Boule de Bleu, one of the best restaurants in the city of Mons. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,001 customers.

Locals also recommend Au Bon Accueil as one of the best restaurants in the city of Mons. Au Bon Accueil is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Mons is L'Envers. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 560 customers.

After dinner, visit Citizen Fox, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Mons. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,205 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Life is Belgian. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

Alternatively, LE MODJO is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Mons. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 100 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Belgium!

On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Hainaut. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Tournai, Château de Chimay, Strépy-Thieu Boat Lift, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Hainaut is Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Tournai. This incredible attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,579 visitors.

Château de Chimay is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Hainaut. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,579 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Hainaut is Strépy-Thieu Boat Lift. This amazing attraction is a boat lift and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,418 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Saint Waltrude Collegiate Church. This collegiate church and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,443 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Mons.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Mons, like Twenty Buns. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 553 customers.

Les Gribaumonts is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Mons. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 271 customers.

Locals enjoy Henri, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Mons. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 557 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Mons, Hype Lounge Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 301 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Ô Bar'Hik. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 162 customers.

Golden Coach is another of the best bars in the city of Mons. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 154 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Belgium!

On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll explore the area around the region of Hainaut. You’ll be able to visit amazing attractions, like the incredible Bois du Cazier, Château de Seneffe, Parc d'Enghien, and many more.

One of the best travel destinations in the region of Hainaut is Bois du Cazier. This incredible attraction is a coal mine and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,872 visitors.

Château de Seneffe is another popular attraction you'll visit in the region of Hainaut. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,872 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the region of Hainaut is Parc d'Enghien. This amazing attraction is a castle park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,403 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Domaine de Bourgogne. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,414 visitors.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Mons.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Mons, like La Cornice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 443 customers.

La Grande Muraille is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Mons. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 381 customers.

Locals enjoy La Vache à Carreaux, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Mons. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 337 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Mons, Craftclub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 120 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Cuba'r. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 253 customers.

L'Alhambar is another of the best bars in the city of Mons. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 247 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Belgium!

Day 10 of your road trip through Belgium gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You’ll be able to choose how much time you want to spend in each area, where you’ll have the chance to visit attractions like the unforgettable Lion's Mound, Rêves Woods, Walibi Belgium, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Nivelles is the amazing Lion's Mound. This attraction is a monument and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,271 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Rêves Woods.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Nivelles is the outstanding Walibi Belgium. This amusement park has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,181 visitors.

Provincial domain of Hélécine is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Nivelles. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,800 visitors.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nieuwpoort, where will have access to the best hotels and places to stay.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 2-star Hotel Sandeshoved Zeedijk. This 2-star hotel has an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars by 1,966 guests.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Belgium!

Day 11 of your road trip in Belgium is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Nieuwpoort before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Your accommodation will also be strategically located for some last-minute shopping in the city of Nieuwpoort before you conclude your short European break.

You’ll then say farewell to Belgium and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of unforgettable experiences in Belgium!