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What are the best places to visit in Belgium?

5 replies · 3 Nov 2026

garden_teacher_70

What are the best places to visit in Belgium? i am coming for 3 days in October for a solo trip but i am feeling a bit tired after my 7-week trip. i realy love history, palaces and city centers more then nature !

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relocation_pro_bxl

Depends what u want so Ghent is better for 1 day trip than Antwerp cuz its more compact and has nice historic vibe with canals and a castle but if u want outdoor stuff go to the Ardennes for hiking and caves. u should also check out Nationaal Park Hoge Kempen and if u want sea just take the de Kusttram for the coast.

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the_pro_guide2

Bruges can feel too touristy for me sometimes . try going before 6:00 PM or early in the morning to avoid the big crowds !

brussels_engineer

Thanks for the advice on the cities. I am mostly staying in the suburbs so I rely on the train a lot.

tech_charleroi

I found the Abbey of Villers-la-Ville to be a lovely spot for a picnic since the gardens are included in the visit and it is not too crowded 🌳. Are you staying in Brussels?

wait_and_see2

Are u staying in a hotel or an Airbnb (the rental prices are crazy right now) ?

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