A canal boat carrying passengers glides through Ghent, past historic brick buildings with stepped gables lining the waterfront. The overcast sky enhances the moody atmosphere of this charming Belgian city.

Discover Belgium: your ultimate travel guide

Belgium is absolutely wonderful! It boasts stunning cities, towns, and streets, a fantastic beer culture, and incredibly friendly people. And, it’s incredibly convenient to reach via the Eurostar, with just a few hours’ travel from central London, and even quicker from Amsterdam and Paris.

Whether you fancy a leisurely canal tour in Bruges, exploring a castle in Ghent, or enjoying a Trappist beer in a cosy Brussels pub, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Planning a trip to Belgium? Our travel guides take you beyond the clichés, from canal cruises in Bruges to hidden art bars in Antwerp. Discover the best places to stay, top things to do, and how to make the most of your trip (without blowing the budget).

Belgium

5 reasons to visit Belgium – how highlights on why we love Belgium

How to get the Eurostar from London to Belgium – a practical guide on getting the Eurostar – our favourite way to visit Belgium

The perfect weekend in Lille itinerary – yes, Lille isn’t Belgium – but it often features in a Northern France/Belgium trip!

Brussels

The best things to do in Brussels – our favourite sights, attractions and hidden gems that you need to visit on your trip

Where to stay and the best hotels in Brussels – our guide to the different areas to stay in Brussels, alongside our top hotel picks

Bruges

Practical travel guide to Bruges – practical tips and information on planning your trip to Bruges

The best things to do in Bruges – our top picks and highlights for things to do in Bruges

Where to stay and the best hotels in Bruges – our guide to the best areas to stay in Bruges, with our guide to the best hotels for every budget

Antwerp

The best things to do in Antwerp – our favourite things to see and do in Antwerp

Antwerp city guide – practical information when planning your trip to Antwerp

The ultimate guide to all Antwerp’s museums – our run down of all of Antwerp’s museums

Ghent

Travel guide to visiting Ghent – practical tips such as how to get to Ghent and how long to stay

The best things to do in Ghent – all our favourite things you need to see and do in Ghent

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What do I need to know about travelling in Belgium?

Yes! Tap water is drinkable wherever you go. Reuse plastic bottles or bring a reusable bottle to cut down on plastic waste.

Dutch, French, and German are the official languages. English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Belgium follows Central European Time (GMT + 1). It observes daylight savings, so it moves one hour ahead from March to October.

For most Western countries, no visa is required for short-term stays (usually up to 90 days). Other nationalities should check the Belgian embassy or consulate in your country for more information.

The Euro (€) is the official currency. Debit and credit card is widely accepted (use a card which has low fees when spending abroad, and always choose to pay in euros rather than your home currency), and ATMs are common.

Belgium uses type C and type E plugs. Type C has two round pins and type E has two round pins and a hole for the socket’s earthing pin.

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