7-Day Belgium Road Trip from Ostend to Nieuwpoort, Bruges, Brussels & Mons

 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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Starts in
Ostend
Ends in
Ostend
Duration
7 days & 6 nights
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All year
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-day road trip through Belgium.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Belgium. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Nieuwpoort, 1 night in Bruges, 2 nights in Brussels, and 1 night in Mons, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Belgium. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Nieuwpoort, Bruges, Brussels, and Mons.

We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Belgium you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Ostend, you’ll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you’ll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Belgium, including the stunning Maritiem Park and Our Lady Church.

You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 2-star Hotel Sandeshoved Zeedijk. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights, such as the magnificent Castle Loppem in the town of Zedelgem. Enjoy top travel destinations like the amazing Huisje van Majutte and Uitkerkse Polders.

From the spectacular The Zwin in the town of Knokke-Heist to the unforgettable Atomium in the city of Brussels, you'll experience the best the area has to offer on your self-drive road trip through Belgium.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Belgium. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you’ll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Belgium.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Belgium.

You’ll return home having experienced the very best of everything Belgium has to offer.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Belgium. You’ll be booked at the best hotels for 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You’ll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Belgium extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Included

6 nights hotel
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Bruges - city in BelgiumBruges
Knokke-Heist - town in BelgiumKnokke-Heist
City of Brussels - city in BelgiumBrussels
Mons - city in BelgiumMons

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Attractions

Our Lady Church, Nieuwpoort, Nieuwpoort, Veurne, West Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumOur Lady Church
Maritiem Park, Nieuwpoort, Veurne, West Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumMaritiem Park
Castle Loppem, Loppem, Zedelgem, Brugge, West Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumCastle Loppem
Huisje van MajutteMajutte's Little House
Uitkerkse Polders, Uitkerke, Blankenberge, Brugge, West Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumUitkerkse Polder
The Zwin
AtomiumAtomium
Elisabeth Park, Koekelberg, Brussels-Capital, BelgiumElisabeth Park
St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels, Quartier de la Cathédrale, Brussels, City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital, BelgiumSt Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels
Grand PlaceGrand-Place
Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert, Îlot Sacré, Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, Brussels, City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital, BelgiumRoyal Gallery of Saint Hubert
Bois de la CambreBois de la Cambre - Ter Kamerenbos
Parc du CinquantenaireCinquantenaire
Brussels ParkBrussels Park
Mont des Arts, Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, Brussels, City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital, BelgiumMont des Arts - Kunstberg
Provincial domain of Hélécine, Opheylissem, Hélécine, Nivelles, Walloon Brabant, Wallonia, BelgiumProvincial domain of Hélécine
Walibi BelgiumWalibi Belgium
Rêves Woods, Céroux-Mousty, Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve, Nivelles, Walloon Brabant, Wallonia, BelgiumRêves Woods
Lion's Mound, Braine-l’Alleud, Nivelles, Walloon Brabant, Wallonia, BelgiumLion's Mound
Les Lacs de l'Eau d'Heure
Pairi DaizaPairi Daiza
Château d'Enghien, Petit-Enghien, Enghien, Ath, Hainaut, Wallonia, BelgiumChâteau Empain

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Travel dates
Sep 26 - Oct 2

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Day 1 in Ostend and Nieuwpoort - Arrival Day

Day 1

Day 1 in Ostend and Nieuwpoort - Arrival Day

Ostend and Nieuwpoort - Arrival Day

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 7-day vacation in Belgium!

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Day 2 in Bruges

Day 2

Day 2 in Bruges

  • Arrondissement of Bruges
  • Bruges
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  • Castle Loppem
  • Majutte's Little House
  • Uitkerkse Polder
  • The Zwin
  • More

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 Castle Loppem, Huisje van Majutte, Uitkerkse Polders, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Bruges is the amazing Castle Loppem. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 888 visitors.

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

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Bruges is the outstanding Uitkerkse Polders. This natura 2000 protected area has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 668 visitors.

The Zwin 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 2,943 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Bruges is the 4-star Velotel Brugge Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,330 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 5-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Dukes' Palace is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Bruges. This hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,286 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Martin s Brugge. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,797 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try That's Toast, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bruges. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,743 customers.

Locals also recommend Cambrinus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bruges. Cambrinus is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,417 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bruges is Delaney's Irish Pub. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,607 customers.

After dinner, visit De Garre, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bruges. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,366 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Trappiste. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,272 customers.

Alternatively, 't Brugs Beertje is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bruges. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,405 customers.

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Day 3 in Brussels-Capital and Brussels

Day 3

Day 3 in Brussels-Capital and Brussels

  • Brussels-Capital
  • Brussels
  • Brussels
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  • Atomium
  • Elisabeth Park
  • St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels
  • Grand-Place
  • More

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 region of Brussels-Capital is the amazing Atomium. This attraction is a history museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 70,009 visitors.

You could also do sightseeing at the incredible Elisabeth Park. This park has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,585 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels in the city of Brussels for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a church and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,777 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Brussels is the outstanding Grand Place. This square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 125,637 visitors.

You’ll also 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.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel 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. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,495 guests.

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

Locals also 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 Delirium Café, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Brussels. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,478 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Monk. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Alternatively, Poechenellekelder is one of the best bars 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.

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Day 4 in Brussels

Day 4

Day 4 in Brussels

  • Brussels
  • Brussels
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  • Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert
  • Bois de la Cambre - Ter Kamerenbos
  • Cinquantenaire
  • Brussels Park
  • Mont des Arts - Kunstberg
  • More

On day 4 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, Bois de la Cambre, Parc du Cinquantenaire, 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.

Bois de la Cambre is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Brussels. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 31,054 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Brussels is Parc du Cinquantenaire. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,801 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Brussels Park. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,650 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Mont des Arts. This square is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 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.

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Day 5 in Nivelles and Mons

Day 5

Day 5 in Nivelles and Mons

  • Arrondissement of Nivelles
  • Mons
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  • Provincial domain of Hélécine
  • Walibi Belgium
  • Rêves Woods
  • Lion's Mound
  • More

Day 5 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 Provincial domain of Hélécine, Walibi Belgium, Rêves Woods, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Nivelles is the amazing Provincial domain of Hélécine. This attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,800 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible amusement park, Walibi Belgium. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 25,181 visitors, it's easy to understand why Walibi Belgium welcomes around 1,000,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the region of Nivelles is the outstanding Rêves Woods. This park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,311 visitors.

Lion's Mound is another popular attraction you can visit in the region of Nivelles. This spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,271 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.

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Day 6 in Hainaut and Nieuwpoort

Day 6

Day 6 in Hainaut and Nieuwpoort

Hainaut and Nieuwpoort

  • Les Lacs de l'Eau d'Heure
  • Pairi Daiza
  • Château Empain
  • More

Day 6 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 Les Lacs de l'Eau d'Heure, Pairi Daiza, Château d'Enghien, and many more.

One of the best places to visit in the region of Hainaut is the amazing Les Lacs de l'Eau d'Heure. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,055 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 Château d'Enghien. This château has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,556 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.

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Day 7 in Nieuwpoort and Ostend - Departure Day

Day 7

Day 7 in Nieuwpoort and Ostend - Departure Day

Nieuwpoort and Ostend - Departure Day

Day 7 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!

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