One-Week Belgium Road Trip from Brussels to Mons, Liege, and Bastogne and surrounding area

Your exciting road trip through Belgium starts when you reach the incredible city of Brussels, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Brussels and begin your adventure in Belgium.

Brussels is a popular cheap holiday destination in Belgium with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Brussels and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Brussels Park will make your cheap holiday in Belgium truly special. This attraction is a fascinating urban park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 19,267 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Brussels. An excellent example is the popular Fin de Siècle. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,891 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Belgium is Le Bistro - Porte de Hal. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful À La Mort Subite. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,691 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Delirium Café is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 18,478 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Brussels we recommend is Poechenellekelder, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,331 customers.

Monk is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,758 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Belgium!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Brussels, proving that cheap holidays in Belgium can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Autoworld Brussels. This attraction is an automobile museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,782 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Cinquantenaire. This popular place of interest is a stunning urban park that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 35,271 visitors.

To make your trip to Brussels more memorable, spend time at the fascinating St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 18,958 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels is often mentioned in Belgium road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This shopping mall and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 38,465 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Grand-Place. More than 151,037 visitors have rated this square and tourist destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Brussels does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Brussels on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Belgium.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Belgium, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at The Lobster House, one of the best restaurants in Brussels. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,528 reviews.

You can also check out Café Walvis. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,654 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Pasta Divina. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,190 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Brussels.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Brussels for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at La Porte Noire and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,483 customers.

Bar Des Amis is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,677 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Brussels Beer Project // Dansaert Brewery. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Brussels.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Brussels!

Day 3’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Laeken - Laken, proving that cheap holidays in Belgium can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Atomium. This attraction is a history museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 90,942 travelers.

Your discovery of Laeken - Laken does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Laeken - Laken on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Belgium.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Belgium, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Le Cirio, one of the best restaurants in Brussels. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,548 reviews.

You can also check out Le Marmiton. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,876 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is The Blue Restaurant. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,345 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Brussels.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Brussels for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Barbeton and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,044 customers.

Little Delirium is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Churchill's. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 688 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Brussels.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Brussels!

Day 4 of your road trip across Belgium offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Ghent and the enchanting Bruges, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Ghent and end the day in Bruges, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 of your affordable vacation in Belgium will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Ghent is the magnificent Saint Bavo's Cathedral. Around 10,232 visitors have rated this excellent church and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Belfry of Ghent on this leg of your self-drive tour in Belgium. This attraction is a well-known top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 7,404 travelers.

The remarkable Gravensteen is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Belgium. This attraction, an amazing museum, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,715 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Ghent, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Bruges.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Belfry of Bruges. This popular site is a valued belfry in Bruges and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,128 visitors.

Another must-visit in Bruges is the spectacular Minnewaterpark. This outstanding park and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 9,772 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Belgium. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Belgium. Make your cheap holiday experience in Belgium more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Mons offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Belgium. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Mons offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Belgium.

Moma Coffee is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 506 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Mons is Black & White Burger Mons, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,140 customers.

Boule de Bleu offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Mons. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,001 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Mons’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Citizen Fox is an excellent example of a great bar in Mons offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,205 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Life is Belgian, another of locals’ go-to bars in Mons. Life is Belgian is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 509 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

O'pub is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Mons. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from more than 1,031 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Belgium with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Belgium!

Day 5 of your self-drive vacation in Belgium gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Enghien and end your day in the city of Frasnes-lez-Buissenal.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Liege for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Belgium.

While you’re in Enghien, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Parc d’Enghien. The fantastic Parc d’Enghien is a popular castle park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,932 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Château Empain, a well-known château in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.3 out of a 5 star-rating from 3,938 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Enghien, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Frasnes-lez-Buissenal.

Make Parc de Frasnes-les-Bassins your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 172 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Belgium. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Belgium and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Liege. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Liege, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Huggy’s Bar, one of the best restaurants in Liege. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,059 customers.

The Huggy’s Bar is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. The Huggy’s Bar is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,264 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Alla Grappa-Pizza, another well-loved restaurant in Liege. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,460 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Belgium.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Liege, Le Pot au Lait. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,090 bar goers.

Warzone is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Liege, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,112 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Far West, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 581 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Belgium. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Belgium!

Day 6 of your road trip across Belgium offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Liege and the enchanting Francorchamps, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Liege and end the day in Francorchamps, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 6 of your affordable vacation in Belgium will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Liege is the magnificent Place Saint-Lambert. Around 5,912 visitors have rated this excellent top-tier point of interest and travel destination an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Montagne de Bueren on this leg of your self-drive tour in Belgium. This attraction is a well-known stairs that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 8,424 travelers.

The remarkable Parc de la Boverie is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Belgium. This attraction, an amazing urban park, is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,137 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Liege, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Francorchamps.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Spa-Francochamps Circuit. This popular site is a valued motorsport racing track in Francorchamps and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,397 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Belgium. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Belgium. Make your cheap holiday experience in Belgium more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Bastogne offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Belgium. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Bastogne offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Belgium.

Wagon - Restaurant Léo & Bistro Léo is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,671 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Bastogne is Giorgi, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 952 customers.

Le Nuts offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Bastogne. With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 986 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Bastogne’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Bar a Vin - Restaurant Le 222 is an excellent example of a great bar in Bastogne offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 153 customers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Belgium with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Belgium!

Day 7 of your self-drive vacation in Belgium gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Luzery and end your day in the city of Bouillon.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Brussels for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Belgium.

While you’re in Luzery, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Bastogne Historical Center. The fantastic Bastogne Historical Center is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,188 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Luzery, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Bouillon.

Make Bouillon Castle your first stop. This popular hill castle among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,462 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Belgium. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Belgium and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Brussels. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Brussels, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Pêcheur, one of the best restaurants in Brussels. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Brussels, BrewDog Brussels. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,971 bar goers.

O'reilly's Irish Pub Brussels is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Brussels, with its average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 3,657 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by The Dominican, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,834 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Belgium. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Belgium!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Belgium as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 8 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Brussels.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Belgium.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Brussels is the remarkable Mont des Arts - Kunstberg. This square and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,649 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Brussels and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Belgium!