10 days in Belgium Itinerary

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Visit Historic Centre of Brugge and Cathedrale Saint Sauveur de Bruges for their historical value. Gravensteen and Onze-Lieve-Vrouw ter Potterie will appeal to museum buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bruges: Beach De Haan (in De Haan), Mariakerke Beach (in Ostend) and De Panne Beach (in De Panne). The adventure continues: contemplate the waterfront views at Minnewater Lake, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Our Lady Bruges, identify plant and animal life at Damvallei, and steep yourself in history at Basilica of the Holy Blood.

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Washington DC, USA to Bruges is an approximately 11-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Washington DC to Bruges. Traveling from Washington DC in November, expect nights in Bruges to be about the same, around 41°F, while days are slightly colder, around 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to drive to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

Atomium and Musical Instruments Museum (MIM) will appeal to museum buffs. Get some cultural insight at Grand Place and Horta Museum (Musee Horta). Step out of Brussels with an excursion to Stadspark in Aalst--about 38 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: buy something for everyone on your list at Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, examine the collection at Belgian Comic Strip Center, steep yourself in history at Royal Palace of Brussels, and admire the masterpieces at Magritte Museum.

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Drive from Bruges to Brussels in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 47°F in November, and nighttime lows around 38°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.