Can I go to Belgium for a day trip?

Or have a spare holiday day that you don't know what to do with? A day trip to the continent might be just the answer. It only takes 35 minutes to get from Folkestone to Calais, and from there, there are myriad little towns and cities in Belgium, within easy driving distance, that you can explore in a day.



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Both capital cities have tonnes to do for tourists. Brussels is famous for Tintin, luxury chocolate, brilliant beer and the European Union. Amsterdam on the other hand is famous for its beautiful houses, coffee shops, canals and nightlife.

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However, the city center is very walkable and the public transport system is efficient. If you have to travel by car, a good compromise is to leave your car at a Park and Ride location. Parking is free and they are all next to a metro station – you'll be at the Grand Place in no time!

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Brussels historic centre is relatively small and very easy to discover on foot. 24 hours in Brussels is not very long, but it's certainly long enough to visit some of the highlights. So put on your walking shoes, indulge in a hearty breakfast and off we go!

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Tram and metro are the ideal means to get around in the city. They encounter little or no hindrance from other forms of traffic and bring you safely and quickly to numerous destinations in the city. You can travel by tram in the cities of Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent and Charleroi.

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