Belgium is all about a harmonious fusion of old world charm and modern culture and trends. From vintage castles, mansions, museums, and churches to modern architecture, shopping arcades and amusements
15 Top Attractions in Belgium 2022
15 Top Attractions in Belgium 2022
Belgium may be small but it’s packed full of sights.
UNESCO-acclaimed sites in the capital city of Brussels range from 14th-century guildhalls surrounding the elegant Grand Place to the early 20th-century Art Nouveau townhouses of Victor Horta.
Bruges is a major attraction for tourists, with its perfectly-preserved medieval streets rimming tranquil canals that lure flocks of travelers each year.
Although Bruges is by far Belgium’s most popular place to visit, plenty of other towns in the country – particularly Ghent and Mechelen – retain excellent architectural examples from the Middle Ages as well.
This small nation has been right at the forefront of Europe’s history, with many of the continent’s most important events played out across its countryside.
It was in Belgium that Napoleon met his match at the battle of Waterloo, and during both the First and Second World Wars, Belgium found itself thrust into the frontline.
The World War I battlefields of Ypres are now important pilgrimage sites and today are among the country’s top things to do.
Whether you’re here for the ancient or modern history, Belgium provides a huge chunk of European heritage within a bite-sized piece of land.
Find out what to do while you’re here with our list of the top attractions and places to visit in Belgium.
