Top 10 Things to Do in Belgium

Belgium is well-known for its beer and chocolate but in fact it has much more to offer to its visitors than just that. Here are the top 10 things to see and do in Belgium:

Visit the Grand Place in Brussels

The capital has the spectacular gothic Grand Place in the heart of the city. It’s been voted as the most beautiful square in Europe, with the amazing architecture of centuries-old buildings and fantastic collection of sculptures adorning the buildings. Nearby, there is not so impressive but somehow equally known Mannaken Pis (a statue of a boy caught in an eternal pee) also drawing tourists’ attention.

Climb up the Atomium

For Belgium the Atomium is much like the Eiffel Tower for Paris. It became a symbol of modern architecture. When being inside you have a feeling of being in a time machine.  The interior reminds of how old sci-fi movies depicted their visions of the future. The Atomium is undoubtedly worth visiting.

Try Belgian Chocolate

Belgian chocolate is known to be the best one you can ever buy. There are chocolate shops in nearly every corner of this small country, and the selection is astonishing! You’ll definitely find something for you! Trying Belgian chocolate is a must! 

Visit the EU

As the European capital, Brussels is home to the European Union headquarters, so you may take a tour to the European Parliament. During sessions, you can even attend a parliamentary sitting but check for the sessions dates beforehand.

Check out the Comics Museum in Brussels

If you a fan of Smurfs and TinTin, check out the Comics Museum! In fact in Belgium the Smurfs are known as “Les Schtroumpfs” so you’ll not find the word “Smurfs” in the museum, but you’ll have an opportunity to marvel at the illustrations and artwork of the comics. And don’t forget to drop by the museum shop to bring home a souvenir.

Try Belgian Cuisine 

Belgian cuisine is famous for its waffles, frites and mussels. Trying all of it is a must!

Visit the Smallest Town in the World – Durbuy

The picturesque town of Durbuy is considered to be the smallest town in the world! Though small in size, it feels quite populated during the daytime as lots of tourists travelling towards Luxembourg come to see this small town. The town’s beer “Durboyse” is something worth trying, as it can be found only here.

Walk Along the Beach in Knokke

Knokke is a small seaside town on the North Sea coast, near the border with Netherlands. The town is mainly a getaway place for Belgians who want to enjoy the sea for the summer.

Visit Bruges

Bruges is another must-see place in Belgium. It’s an old medieval town with canals and windmills. Taking a canal boat is a must as well. The key attractions include the 14th-century town hall, the belfry tower and the Cathedral of the Holy Saviour.

And of Course Drink Some Beer

Where else can you find over 450 varieties, approximately 8,000 brands and over 160 breweries ranging from microbrewing houses to multinational giant? Only in Belgium! So enjoy!

In fact there are much more things to do and to see in Belgium than just that. The country also has stunning top medieval castles that do not leave any of its visitors indifferent. Antwerp, another major city in the country has enjoyed a sparkling reputation as the world's diamond centre, and visitors can discover the city's prominence at the Diamant Museum. Even though Belgium is a small country, it does have a lot to see and to do!