Day trip to Belgium

I love a good BOGO deal. I’m always looking for ways to save some coins, especially when it comes to travel. I normally get an opportunity to BOGO during my trips while enjoying my extended layovers or stopover programs. Now don’t get it confused, I spend and splurge for luxurious items when the feeling is warranted. That includes my travels as well. The best of both worlds is being able to get the luxurious treatment at a steal.

As I have mentioned in my previous post, when I visit Paris yearly I usually don’t have an itinerary planned. I may have one or two items to check off my yearly trip, but for the majority of the time I go where the Parisian spirit leads me. During my previous recent trips to the French capital, I have had the pleasure to explore other regions outside the city. I have ventured to Champagne and Bordeaux to taste the French fruits of labor. Both experiences were truly sumptuous and have encouraged me to venture elsewhere.

This year I made to decision to visit another country during my week in Paris. I came to this conclusion after booking my flight with a connection in the UK. Europe is conveniently accessible using the train system. In the past, I took a trip from Paris to London and thoroughly enjoyed myself. I looked online to see which country was the closest to travel to from Paris. Brussels, Belgium popped up on my screen and I promptly finalized my sparse itinerary for my European adventure.

I booked my train ticket to Brussels and return trip in advance and was able to save on my travels. For less than an additional $200, I was able to take the train to Brussels for the day. A quick 1.5 hour ride from Paris and I found myself in Belgium. I had ample time to purposely get lost in the city. I literally walked the entire day to best see Brussels. I ate delicious Belgian waffles, authentic frites and scrumptious chocolate. I safely returned to Paris with a full and satisfied stomach.

I had a wonderful time during my day trip to Brussels. I decided to share the highlights and helpful hints from my most recent adventure.

I hope you get a chance to visit and appreciate Brussels as much as I do.

Highlights from my Brussels Trip 🇧🇪

🇧🇪What to do 

• Hop on The View (Farris wheel) to enjoy a quiet ride with best views in the city. Cost is 10 euros.

• Rent a bike or hop on the tram and tour the city 

• Go shopping on Rue Nueve or head to Rue de L’étuve for your souvenir shopping. 

• Go to the Musée de la ville de Bruxelles (Brussels City Museum) or Museum of Illusions. 

🇧🇪 What to see

• Grand Place- Royal Palace of Brussels 

• Les Galleries Royal Saint- Hubert

• Hôtel de Ville

• All the amazing street art in the city

🇧🇪What to eat 

For breakfast: A Belgian waffle of course!

For lunch: Head to Ultime Atome for some delicious fries and Belgian beer. 

For Dinner: La Villa in the Sky– An amazing Michelin Star restaurant with all the views 

or

L’Ana Théme– For a cozy vibe with delicious Belgian food choices. 

Tons of chocolate at all the amazing chocolatiers in the city!! 🍫