Flights from Perth (PER) to Belgium

Discover Belgium

Discover Belgium

Why visit Belgium?
Belgium blends medieval charm, elegant cities, and a relaxed café culture in a compact country. You find grand squares, cobbled streets, and waterways alongside contemporary design and arts.

What to expect
Brussels sets the tone with stately architecture and European institutions, while Bruges and Ghent offer storybook canals and historic guild houses. Antwerp adds fashion and diamonds, and the Ardennes brings forests, castles, and quiet villages.

Plan your trip
You can easily explore several regions in one journey thanks to Belgium's short distances and reliable rail network. Belgium also serves as a convenient base to continue by train to France, the Netherlands, Germany, and beyond.

Top experiences in Belgium

Admire Grand-Place in Brussels

Stand in the heart of Brussels at Grand-Place, surrounded by ornate guildhalls and the impressive Town Hall, particularly striking when illuminated at night.

Cruise the canals of Bruges

Glide along the canals beneath low stone bridges to see Bruges's gabled houses, quiet gardens, and hidden courtyards from the water.

Explore Ghent's medieval quarter

Wander between Gravensteen Castle, the riverside Graslei, and soaring churches that showcase Ghent's prosperous mercantile past.

Discover Antwerp's creative side

Browse fashion boutiques, design galleries, and the historic diamond district in Antwerp, then visit museums celebrating the city's artistic heritage.

Unwind in the Ardennes

Head south to the Ardennes for forest walks, riverside villages, and hilltop fortresses that feel a world away from the city.

Visit historic battlefields

Take a reflective trip to sites around Ypres and Waterloo, where museums and memorials explain pivotal moments in European history.

Sample Belgian cafés and chocolatiers

Drop into traditional cafés and artisan chocolatiers in Brussels and Bruges to taste carefully crafted treats in atmospheric interiors.

Experience Belgium's way of life

Getting around
Belgium's rail network links Brussels with Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, and Liège in under a couple of hours, making day trips simple. Trams and buses complement walking in compact city centres, while regional trains reach smaller towns and the coast.

Local life & culture
You experience a blend of French and Flemish influences, with multilingual locals and distinct neighbourhood characters. Historic guild traditions sit alongside street art, festivals, and a strong café and terrace culture that encourages slow, sociable days.

Where to unwind
Relax in Brussels's parks and tree-lined avenues, or stroll along North Sea beaches in coastal towns. The Ardennes offers forest trails, river valleys, and peaceful villages ideal for gentle hikes and quiet weekends.

A taste of Belgium

National dishes & specialties
Belgium is known for dishes such as moules-frites, hearty stews, and golden frites served with a variety of sauces. Cities like Brussels, Bruges, and Liège each offer their own takes on waffles, chocolate, and comforting regional classics.

Casual & modern dining hubs
You find relaxed brasseries, bistros, and contemporary eateries around Brussels's neighbourhood squares and in the historic centres of Ghent and Antwerp. Menus often mix local produce with international flavours, making it easy to enjoy something familiar or try a new twist on Belgian favourites.

Signature & scenic dining
Rooftop and riverside restaurants in Brussels, Antwerp, and Ghent combine city views with carefully curated menus. In smaller towns and countryside inns, you can enjoy slow meals in historic buildings or garden settings that showcase a quieter side of Belgian dining.

Retail therapy in Belgium

Malls & lifestyle hubs
In Brussels and Antwerp, modern shopping centres and pedestrian streets bring together international brands, lifestyle stores, and local designers. You can combine errands, browsing, and dining in compact, walkable districts.

Markets & local crafts
Weekend markets in Brussels, Bruges, and Ghent offer artisan foods, flowers, and handmade crafts. Smaller towns in the Ardennes and along the coast showcase regional products such as preserves, textiles, and design pieces from local makers.

Evening retail scene
Central streets in Brussels and Antwerp often stay lively into the evening with late-opening shops, lit façades, and nearby cafés. In historic centres like Bruges and Ghent, illuminated storefronts and window displays add atmosphere to an after-dinner stroll.

Best time to visit Belgium

Peak season: June to August brings the warmest weather, with average temperatures around 18–23°C (64–73°F). Cities are lively and days are long, ideal for outdoor terraces and evening walks.

Shoulder season: April to May and September to October see mild conditions of roughly 10–18°C (50–64°F). This is a good time for sightseeing with fewer crowds and changing seasonal colours in parks and countryside.

Low season: November to March is cooler, typically 3–8°C (37–46°F), with shorter days and a higher chance of rain. Festive markets brighten winter months, and indoor museums and cafés are especially appealing.

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