12-Day Belgium Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Brussels traveling east to Antwerp and Liege

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 Brussels, Belgium. Parc du Cinquantenaire with the Arch built for Beglian independence in Bruxelles. Brussels, Belgium. Parc du Cinquantenaire with the Arch built for Beglian independence in Bruxelles.
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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 12-day road trip in Belgium! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Brussels, Koekelberg, Laeken, Antwerp, Schaerbeek - Schaarbeek, Gendron, Neffe, Dinant, Annevoie-Rouillon, Jambes, Muizen, Meise, Liege, Bastogne, Luzery, Opheylissem, and Wavre.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Belgium. You will spend 3 nights in Brussels, 7 nights in Antwerp, and 1 night in Liege. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Belgium. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Brussels, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Belgium on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Belgium. Grand-place and Atomium are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Brussels, Koekelberg, Laeken, Antwerp, Schaerbeek - Schaarbeek, Gendron, Neffe, Dinant, Annevoie-Rouillon, Jambes, Muizen, Meise, Liege, Bastogne, Luzery, Opheylissem, and Wavre, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Belgium. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Belgium.

Throughout your road trip in Belgium, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Belgium.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Belgium fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Belgium today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Brussels - Arrival day
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  • Mont des Arts - Kunstberg
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Welcome to Brussels, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Belgium! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 2 nights discovering what to see in Brussels before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Brussels is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Brussels. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Belgium. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Brussels, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day road trip in Belgium!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Brussels
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Drive 14 km, 1 hour 3 min

  • St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels
  • Brussels Park
  • Royal Palace of Brussels
  • Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
  • Bois de la Cambre - Ter Kamerenbos
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You have 1 night left in Brussels. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Brussels.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Belgium. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Brussels's best restaurants.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Belgium!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Brussels
  • Antwerp
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Drive 51 km, 1 hour 26 min

  • Grand-Place
  • Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert
  • Elisabeth Park
  • Atomium
  • Parc de Laeken - Royal Parc
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On day 3 of your road trip in Belgium, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Brussels, Koekelberg, and Laeken are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Antwerp, where you will stay for 7 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Antwerp. Antwerp offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Antwerp's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Belgium!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Antwerp
  • Brussels
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Drive 106 km, 2 hours 27 min

  • Josaphat Park
  • Autoworld
  • Cinquantenaire Park
  • Leopold Park
  • Royal Belgian institute of Natural Sciences
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On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Antwerp, where you still have 6 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Schaerbeek - Schaarbeek and Brussels.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Antwerp.

Antwerp is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Antwerp.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Belgium!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Antwerp
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Drive 285 km, 3 hours 58 min

  • Vêves Castle
  • Rocher Bayard
  • Dinant Citadel
  • Les Jardins d’Annevoie
  • Citadel of Namur
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On day 5 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Gendron, Neffe, Dinant, Annevoie-Rouillon, and Jambes. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Antwerp, where you still have 5 nights left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Antwerp and your accommodation.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Antwerp, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Say good night to Antwerp and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Belgium!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Antwerp
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Drive 4 km, 1 hour 2 min

  • Museum aan de Stroom
  • Het Steen
  • Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal
  • The Rubens House
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Day 6 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Brussels. You’ll stay in Antwerp for 4 nights more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Belgium. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Antwerp. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Belgium!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Antwerp
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Drive 14 km, 51 min

  • Provincial Domain Rivierenhof
  • Antwerp Zoo
  • Zurenborg
  • Meir
  • Het Zuid/Le Sud
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You’ll stay in Antwerp for 3 nights.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Belgium. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Antwerp's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Belgium.

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Antwerp
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Drive 97 km, 1 hour 43 min

  • Planckendael Zoo
  • Plantentuin Meise
  • Sablon/Zavel
  • Saint-Géry/Sint-Goriks
  • Rue Neuve
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Greet day 8 of your road trip in Belgium with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 2 nights to stay in Antwerp, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Muizen and Meise.

Set aside time today to explore Sablon/Zavel, a standout neighborhood that reflects the essence of the city. While you're there, you'll also be within reach of some of the city's top landmarks, making it easy to maximize your day.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Antwerp.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Antwerp. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Belgium!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Antwerp
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Drive 264 km, 3 hours 49 min

  • Montagne de Bueren
  • Place Saint-Lambert
  • Parc d'Avroy
  • Parc Boverie
  • La Boverie
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On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Antwerp, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Antwerp and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Antwerp. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Belgium.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Antwerp
  • Liège
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Drive 285 km, 3 hours 22 min

  • Bastogne Barracks
  • Bastogne War Museum
  • Battle of the Bulge Monument
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Dive into day 10 of your remarkable road trip in Belgium. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Bastogne and Luzery. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Liege, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Liege. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Liege, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Belgium!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Liège
  • Brussels
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Drive 117 km, 1 hour 57 min

  • Provincial domain of Hélécine
  • Walibi Belgium
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On day 11 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Belgium, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Opheylissem and Wavre. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Brussels, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Brussels, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Brussels is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Brussels.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Belgium.

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Brussels - Departure day
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  • Het Zinneke
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Day 12 of your road trip in Belgium is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Explore high-end stores offering an exquisite selection of luxury items.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Belgium!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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