The places, most named first
From the 6 guides that rank for "best places to visit in belgium"
Named by 4 of 61. BrugesOne local writer calls Bruges one of the most visited places in Belgium.The old town is thoroughly preserved and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Named by 3 of 62. BrusselsThe Grand Place is ranked among Europe's best squares and is at its best in the evening.Evening is the suggested time for the Grand Place, when the building fronts are lit up.Best time to visit Brussels
Named by 3 of 63. ArdennesThe Belgian Ardennes cover three provinces: Namur, Luxembourg and Liege.Good for getting out of the cities into nature, traditional towns and caves.
Named by 3 of 64. GhentGhent has canals, a relaxed feel and Gravensteen Castle.The historic center is easy to cover on a walk through its neighborhoods.Named by 3 of 65. AntwerpKnown for diamonds, Rubens and a much-praised train station.Belgium's second largest city, suited to a walk through the center and a museum visit.
Named by 2 of 66. LeuvenA historic university town, a stop on day 5 of a six-day itinerary.Listed with Brussels, Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp as a city mixing history with modern culture.
7. SpaThe town lies in a valley where the Ardennes meets the Hautes Fagnes plateau.A modern hydrotherapy centre overlooks the town.
8. DinantColorful riverside houses sit below the citadel.Described as a town in a photogenic riverside setting.
9. BouillonA small town with a castle that dates back to the 8th century.The best view of the castle is from the gothic bridge over the Semois river.
10. Han-sur-LesseA village known for its cave systems.A vintage streetcar takes visitors from the village into the caves.
11. Sonian ForestAn old forest with some trees more than 200 years old.Reachable by metro and tram from central Brussels.
12. De HaanA Belle Epoque seaside town.Known for villas and wide sandy beaches.
13. BorgloonHome to the Doorkijkkerk, a see-through church in Flemish Limburg.The church is made of 100 stacked steel sheets and looks transparent from some angles.
14. Walzin CastleA castle on a rock above the River Lesse; it is private and cannot be visited.Hiking in the area is good, including a loop to Vêves Castle.
15. Hohes Venn-Eifel Nature ParkOne of the oldest nature reserves in Belgium, with rivers, forest, moors and mountains.
16. Oud-RekemVoted the most beautiful village in Flanders.
17. Meuse ValleyLimestone cliffs, castles and riverside towns.
18. Zwin Nature ParkBoardwalks, wetlands and birdwatching on the Belgian coast.
19. WaterlooThe site of Napoleon's last battle is a stop on day 5 of a six-day itinerary.
20. Flanders FieldsThe area in western Flanders with reminders of the First World War.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name May to June and September as the best time to visit Belgium.
Questions people ask
- What are some beautiful places to visit in Belgium?
- Brussels, Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp are the main cities, with Leuven also named.
- What food is Belgium famous for?
- Chocolates, beers and waffles.
