6-Day Belgium road trip from Brussels to Antwerp and Liege

Brussels, Belgium. Grand Place. Market square surrounded by guild halls.
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 Brussels, 2 nights in Antwerp, and 1 night in Liège, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Belgium. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Brussels, Antwerp, and Liège. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Belgium you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Brussels, 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 Grand-Place and Atomium.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Belgium. From the magnificent Cinquantenaire to the breathtaking Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert and Antwerp Zoo, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Pairi Daiza and learn more about the unique Gravensteen to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Brussels, Antwerp, and Liège, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Belgium. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in 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. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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. 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

Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Liège - city in BelgiumLiège / 1 night
Dinant - region in BelgiumDinant
Antwerp - region in BelgiumAntwerp / 2 nights
Brussels, Grand Place in beautiful summer sunrise, BelgiumBrussels / 2 nights
East Flanders - region in BelgiumEast Flanders

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Attractions

Photo of beautiful Grand Place surrounded by guild halls in Brussels, Belgium.Grand-Place
AtomiumAtomium
Photo of view of a traditional African landscape with straw huts in the steppe at the zoo Pairi Daiza, Belgium.Pairi Daiza
Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert, Îlot Sacré, Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, Brussels, City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital, BelgiumRoyal Gallery of Saint Hubert
Photo of Parc du Cinquantenaire with the triumphal arch. Brussels, Belgium.Cinquantenaire
Photo of the historic city of Ghent with famous medieval Gravensteen Castle on a beautiful sunny day with blue sky and clouds in summer, Belgium.Gravensteen
Photo of entrance door to Antwerp Koningin Astridplein. Pelican and statue eagle in bronze above the towers, Belgium.Zoo Antwerpen
Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Stavelot, Verviers, Liège, Wallonia, BelgiumSpa-Francochamps Circuit
St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels, Quartier de la Cathédrale, Brussels, City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital, BelgiumSt Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels
Photo of building of the European parliament is one of the most spectacular buildings in brussels and adjacent park is popular place to relax, Belgium.Brussels Park
Museum aan de StroomMAS - Museum aan de Stroom
Dinant Citadel, Dinant, Namur, Wallonia, BelgiumDinant Citadel
Domain of the Caves of Han, Han-sur-Lesse, Rochefort, Dinant, Namur, Wallonia, BelgiumDomain of the caves of Han
Photo of the Mont des Arts or Kunstberg is an urban complex and historic site in the centre of Brussels, Belgium. Architecture and landmarks of Brussels.Mont des Arts - Kunstberg
Saint Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent, Gent, East Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumSaint Bavo's Cathedral
Cathedral of Our Lady AntwerpOnze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal
Het Belfort van Gent, Ghent, Gent, East Flanders, Flanders, BelgiumHet Belfort van Gent
Maredsous Abbey, Anhée, Dinant, Namur, Wallonia, BelgiumMaredsous Abbey
photo of view of Famous Lion's Mound (Butte du Lion), Braine-l'Alleud, Belgium.Lion's Mound

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Day 1 – Brussels - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Brussels - arrival day

  • Brussels - Arrival day
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  • Brussels Park
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Your road trip adventure in Belgium begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Brussels. You’ll stay in Brussels for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

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 19,075 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. 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, Fin de Siècle. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,891 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels is Le Bistro - Porte de Hal. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers.

Locals recommend The Lobster House 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 2,528 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 À La Mort Subite. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.

Locals also enjoy Poechenellekelder. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,331 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Belgium!

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Day 2 – Brussels, Laeken - Laken, and Antwerp

Day 2

Day 2 – Brussels, Laeken - Laken, and Antwerp

  • Brussels
  • Antwerp
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Drive 56 km, 1 hour 30 min

  • Grand-Place
  • Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert
  • St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels
  • Cinquantenaire
  • Atomium
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Belgium, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Brussels. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Antwerp. You’ll stay in Antwerp for 2 nights. 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 149,732 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 38,005 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,728 visitors.

The lovely Cinquantenaire is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 34,980 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 89,664 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 Antwerp. Antwerp 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 The Jane. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,180 reviews.

The remarkable Het Pomphuis is another top restaurant in Antwerp we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,574 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Fish A'Gogo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,270 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Antwerp, the fantastic Billie's. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,257 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful De Muze. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,849 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Paters Vaetje. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,669 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Belgium!

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Day 3 – Cambron-Casteau and Antwerp

Day 3

Day 3 – Cambron-Casteau and Antwerp

  • East Flanders
  • Antwerp
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Drive 232 km, 4 hours

  • Pairi Daiza
  • Saint Bavo's Cathedral
  • Gravensteen
  • Het Belfort van Gent
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Cambron-Casteau has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Cambron-Casteau by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Cambron-Casteau. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the village of Cambron-Casteau, like the extraordinary Saint Bavo's Cathedral. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,028 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Cambron-Casteau is the spectacular Gravensteen. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,368 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Belfry of Ghent. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,358 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Cambron-Casteau.

Your discovery of Cambron-Casteau does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Cambron-Casteau on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Belgium, be sure to eat at Bourla, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Antwerp. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Antwerp is the popular De Pottekijker. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Antwerp is RAS. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,272 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Dogma is one of the best bars in the city of Antwerp for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 912 customers.

Beerlovers Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Antwerp. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 890 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Antwerp is Café Kamiel. Café Kamiel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,153 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Antwerp!

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Day 4 – Antwerp, Borgerhout, Francorchamps, and Liege

Day 4

Day 4 – Antwerp, Borgerhout, Francorchamps, and Liege

  • Antwerp
  • Liège
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Drive 223 km, 3 hours 14 min

  • Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal
  • MAS - Museum aan de Stroom
  • Zoo Antwerpen
  • Spa-Francochamps Circuit
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Belgium. Today, you'll wake up in Antwerp and embark on a scenic drive to Liege, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Antwerp 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 Antwerp. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,987 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Museum aan de Stroom. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 16,825 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Spa-Francochamps Circuit. This attraction is a motorsport racing track that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,161 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like The Huggy’s Bar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,059 customers.

Locals also recommend The Huggy’s Bar, another of the best restaurants in Liege. The Huggy’s Bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,264 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Alla Grappa-Pizza. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Le Pot au Lait to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Liege, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,090 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Warzone. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Warzone has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,112 customers.

Far West 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 581 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!

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Day 5 – Arrondissement of Dinant, Han-sur-Lesse, Braine-l'Alleud, and Brussels

Day 5

Day 5 – Arrondissement of Dinant, Han-sur-Lesse, Braine-l'Alleud, and Brussels

  • Dinant
  • Brussels
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Drive 230 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Domain of the caves of Han
  • Dinant Citadel
  • Maredsous Abbey
  • Lion's Mound
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Belgium. Today, you'll wake up in Liège 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 Liège and Maredsous 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 Liège. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Citadelle de Dinant. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 16,744 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Arrondissement of Dinant and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the hamlet of Maredsous has to offer.

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 7,525 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Maredsous, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Brussels. When you arrive in Brussels you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Café Walvis. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,654 customers.

Locals also recommend Pasta Divina, another of the best restaurants in Brussels. Pasta Divina is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,190 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Cirio. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,548 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Monk 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 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Porte Noire. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Porte Noire has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,483 customers.

Bar Des Amis 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 1,677 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!

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Day 6 – Brussels - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Brussels - departure day

  • Brussels - Departure day
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  • Mont des Arts - Kunstberg
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Day 6 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 14,523 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 Le Marmiton before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,876 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The Blue Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Brussels. The The Blue Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,345 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Pêcheur. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 852 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!

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