Brussels
Brussels & Bruges
Yay! You're Planning a Trip to Brussels!
So, you’re thinking about visiting Brussels—how exciting! Whether you’re still dreaming of this adventure or already have your trip booked, you’re probably wondering where to begin. Which parts should you explore? What are the must-see sights and unforgettable experiences? Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered!
In this post, I’m sharing the detailed itinerary from my quick 3 day journey. You’ll find a day-by-day breakdown of the places I visited and the highlights I loved to help you craft your own dream adventure.
Of course, Brussels has so many incredible places to see, and while I wish I could have explored more, this itinerary was the perfect fit for my short time. Hopefully, it sparks some ideas and inspires your own unique trip to this beautiful city.
Itinerary Summary:
2 days in Brussels
1 day trip to Bruges
Booked Activities:
Day 1: Belgian Waffles & Chocolate
Morning: Of course you have to start your morning getting some waffles in the city center! I ate at Maison Dandoy and walked around the beautiful Grand-Place, the central square of Brussels.
Afternoon: Take a chocolate making workshop at the Belgian Chocolate Makers in Brussels! Follow alongside a chocolatier to make your own chocolate bar, truffles, and mendiants for a fun activity and learn about how chocolate is made!
Evening: Grab dinner and drinks and see the Grand Place illuminated at night!
Day 2: Discovering Brussels
City day!
Morning: We started our morning back in the plaza to grab some quick waffles and for some shopping. Then we walked through Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert and headed to St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral.
Afternoon: Grab lunch and explore the Royal Palace of Brussels. Tour the inside or enjoy the nearby park
Evening: For our final night in Brussels we joined a bar crawl all around Brussels for a fun night out.
Day 3: Day Trip to Bruges
The beautiful and historic city in Belgium is approximately 1 hour away from Brussels by train. Bruges is famous for its well-preserved medieval architecture, picturesque canals, cobblestone streets, and rich history!
Morning: Take an early train to Bruges and start at the Markt (Market Square). Wander around the beautiful streets, admire the Belfry of Bruges and visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood.
Afternoon: We grabbed lunch in the market square then headed to take a canal boat tour to experience Bruges’ charm from the water.
Evening: Return to Brussels and enjoy a casual dinner.
