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Brussels in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Brussels lets you add more of Belgium’s fairytale cities. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Brussels — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: old town & tastings
  2. 2Day 2: Bruges
  3. 3Day 3: Ghent or Antwerp
  4. 4Belgian evenings

Day 1: Brussels

Explore the Grand Place and old town, taste chocolate and beer, and see the Atomium.

Day 2: Bruges

Spend a full day in the canal city of Bruges, with a boat ride and belfry climb.

Day 3: Ghent or Antwerp

Choose medieval Ghent or the diamond city of Antwerp.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Brussels — prices per person.

Across Bruges History Equals Fun with chocolate and waffle sample
Bruges
Across Bruges History Equals Fun with chocolate and waffle sample
5.0(51)·3 hours
from$3/ person
via Viator
Ghent: Famous Belgian Chocolate Walking Tour with Tastings
Ghent
Ghent: Famous Belgian Chocolate Walking Tour with Tastings
4.9(157)·2 hours
from$69/ person
via Viator
Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City
Antwerp
Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City
4.9(386)·2 hours
from$3/ person
via Viator
Paris: Discover Brussels and Bruges & Optional Chocolate Tasting
Paris
Paris: Discover Brussels and Bruges & Optional Chocolate Tasting
4.8(289)·16 hours
from$185/ person
via Viator
Bruges and Ghent Private Tour from Brussels
Bruges
Bruges and Ghent Private Tour from Brussels
4.8(48)·8 hours
from$1,044/ person
via Viator
Antwerp Bike Tours
Antwerp
Antwerp Bike Tours
4.9(225)·3 hours
from$37/ person
via Viator
Charms of Brussels and Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Charms of Brussels and Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
4.7(344)·15 hours
from$231/ person
via Viator
Ghent Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Ghent
Ghent Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
4.7(16)·2 hours
from$39/ person
via Viator

Brussels in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Brussels?
Three days is ideal — the Grand Place and tastings, a full day in Bruges, and a third day in Ghent or Antwerp, with Belgium’s best cities all within an hour.
What is the best day trip from Brussels for 3 days?
Bruges is the most magical; Ghent is grand and less crowded; and Antwerp is the stylish diamond city — all easy by train from Brussels.
How do I plan a 3-day Brussels itinerary?
Spend day one in Brussels, day two in Bruges, and day three in Ghent or Antwerp, using the fast, frequent trains between the cities.

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