6-Day Belgium Road Trip from Brussels traveling west to Antwerp and Bruges

Your road trip adventure in Belgium begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Brussels. You’ll stay in Brussels for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Brussels has many popular destinations you can explore.

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, 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 6-day vacation in Belgium!

You still have 2 nights left in Brussels.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Cinquantenaire. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 32,486 visitors.

St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,844 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Grand-Place. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 137,865 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert. This shopping mall and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,827 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Atomium. This history museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 79,824 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Belgium to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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 Monk. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Le Cirio is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Brussels. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,548 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!

Day 3 of your road trip through Belgium gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Antwerp for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Brussels is the amazing Château Empain. This attraction is a château that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,833 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle park, Parc d’Enghien. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,755 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Brussels is the outstanding Hospital Our Lady with the Rose. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,466 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Belgium. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

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

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.

After dinner, visit Paters Vaetje, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Antwerp. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,669 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Dogma. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 912 customers.

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

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bruges. You’ll stay in Bruges 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 Provincial Domain Rivierenhof. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,819 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museum aan de Stroom. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 16,028 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal to make the most of your road trip across Belgium. The spectacular Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,498 visitors.

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 Bruges. Bruges 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 That's Toast. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,743 reviews.

The remarkable Cambrinus is another top restaurant in Bruges we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,417 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Delaney's Irish Pub is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,607 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bruges, the fantastic De Garre. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,366 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Trappiste. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,272 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is 't Brugs Beertje. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,405 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Belgium!

You’ll stay in Brussels for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Belfry of Bruges. This excellent attraction is a belfry that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,751 visitors.

Around 9,448 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’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Brussels.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels, The Blue Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,345 customers.

Locals recommend Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels. Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brussels is Barbeton. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Brussels, Little Delirium. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Churchill's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 688 customers.

Green Lab is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Brussels. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 572 customers.

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

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.

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 Pêcheur before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Publico for your last chance at a meal in the city of Brussels. The Publico restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 742 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Comme Chez Soi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 561 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!