5-Day Belgium Road Trip from Brussels traveling west to Ghent and Bruges

Brussels has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Brussels Park. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,502 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels, Le Bistro - Porte de Hal. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers.

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

Locals recommend Poechenellekelder as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,331 customers.

Brussels also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Brussels is Delirium Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,478 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Brussels is Monk. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Belgium!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Ghent. You’ll stay in Ghent for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Brussels’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Brussels, start your day with a visit to the amazing Grand-Place. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 137,865 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert. This shopping mall and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,827 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels to make the most of your road trip across Belgium. The spectacular St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels is a church that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,844 visitors.

The lovely Cinquantenaire is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 32,486 visitors have left this urban park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Atomium. This attraction is a history museum rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 79,824 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Brussels has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Ghent. Ghent offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Dulle Griet. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 4,103 reviews.

The remarkable Patrick Foley's is another top restaurant in Ghent we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,180 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Royal India Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,787 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Ghent, the fantastic Trollekelder. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,614 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Belgium!

You’ll stay in Bruges for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Saint Bavo's Cathedral. This excellent attraction is a church that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,536 visitors.

Around 26,589 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Belgium, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Belgium. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Minnewaterpark for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,448 visitors.

This outstanding church building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,529 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Belfry of Bruges. This attraction, a stunning belfry, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,751 visitors.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Bruges, De Garre. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,366 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Le Trappiste. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,272 customers.

't Brugs Beertje is a popular bar 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.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Belgium. Today, you'll wake up in Bruges and embark on a scenic drive to Brussels, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bruges before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Bruges.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Maredsous Abbey. This attraction is a benedictine abbey that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 7,063 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Citadelle de Dinant. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,992 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Monk. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,758 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Cirio, another of the best restaurants in Brussels. Le Cirio is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,548 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Marmiton. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,876 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bar Des Amis to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Brussels, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,677 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Barbeton is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Belgium, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 5 of your road trip in Belgium is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Brussels 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.

Mont des Arts - Kunstberg is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Brussels. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,218 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Brussels and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Belgium.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Brussels at The Blue Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,345 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery for your last chance at a meal in the city of Brussels. The Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Barbeton. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Brussels. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Belgium!