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Is Belgium the most underrated country in Europe? That is another discussion for another day, but this small but perfectly-formed charmer makes a strong case. From the Art Nouveau splendour of Brussels to the medieval cities of Flanders and the undulating hills of Wallonia, there are so many great things to do in Belgium that it can be difficult to know where to start. Luckily, we are on the case. What can visitors expect from Belgium? Fabulous museums and galleries, picture-perfect towns, delicious food (Michelin stars seem to be everywhere) and the best chocolate on the planet. Not enough? Okay, how about the best beer on the planet too? There we go. We’ll see you there. RECOMMENDED: 💐 The best things to do in Brussels🍻 The best things to do in Bruges🚢 The best things to do in Ostend Think you'd like to stay in Bruges? Check out the city's best hotels. 

When it comes to culture, food and scenic strolls, Belgium’s capital has got pretty much everything you want from a city break. Tuck into steaming bowls of moules marinières, street-side waffles and truly excellent beer, and spend your weekend exploring flea markets, excellent galleries and Art Nouveau architecture. Whatever you’re into, there’s something for you in Brussels. Here are the best things to do in Brussels right now.  RECOMMENDED:🏠 The best hotels in Bruges🧇 The best things to do in Bruges🇧🇪 The best things to do in Ostend📍 The best city breaks in Europe This guide was recently updated by Sarah Schug, a writer based in Brussels. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. This guide includes affiliate links, which have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.