A few friends are visiting this weekend and we need some ideas for things to do around the city
What are some nice places to see near Brussels
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Depends on what u want... Ghent and Bruges are highly recommended and u can do them in a day via direct trains from Brussels-Central. Or try the High Fens for the country's largest natural reserve, or maybe La Hulpe Castle on the Solvay domain if u want something closer to the city!

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True, but some people think Brussels looks a bit run-down in certain parts. Still, the food is great!
Essential. I went to the Atomium last year and it was actually pretty cool despite the crowds
Warandepark is a great spot to see some youth culture or listen to Kiosk Radio playing live sets in the park
Coast is overrated (honestly I find the beach cities quite boring) and I prefer the quiet vibes in De Haan instead