9 days in Benelux Itinerary

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Bruges, Belgium
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Brussels, Belgium
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands — 2 nights

Venice of the North

Step off the beaten path and head to Zaanse Schans and Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Rembrandtplein, appreciate the history behind Statuette Joost van den Vondel, examine the collection at Anne Frank House, and contemplate the waterfront views at Herengracht.

For other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Amsterdam itinerary website.

Bristol, UK to Amsterdam is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In June in Amsterdam, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can go by car to Rotterdam.
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Rotterdam, The Netherlands — 2 nights

Manhattan on the Maas

On the 27th (Tue), stroll around Historische Tuin Schoonoord, don't miss a visit to Veerhaven, make a trip to Westerkade, then see the interesting displays at Jenever Museum, and finally get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour.

To see maps, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Rotterdam trip itinerary maker app.

Getting from Amsterdam to Rotterdam by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can go by car to Bruges.
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Bruges, Belgium — 2 nights

Venice of the North

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Wed): take in the history at Lest We Forget Battlefield Tours (Flanders), make a trip to Saint Julien Memorial, then take in the history at WW1 Battlefields Alive, and finally stroll around Arentshof. On the 29th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the masterpieces at Musea Sculpta, stop by Chocolates & Happiness, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sint-Walburgakerk, then don't miss a visit to Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk, and finally walk around Koningin Astridpark.

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Getting from Rotterdam to Bruges by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Bruges are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can drive to Brussels.
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Brussels, Belgium — 2 nights

Capital of Europe

On the 30th (Fri), walk around Parc d'Egmont - Egmont Park, take in nature's colorful creations at Rozentuin Coloma, admire the masterpieces at Van Buuren Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Notre-Dame de Bon Secours, and finally see the interesting displays at illusion Brussels. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Museum Mayer van den Bergh, stroll around Middelheimpark, make a trip to Begijnhof, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sint-Jacob Antwerpen, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Vlaeykensgang.

To see other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Brussels trip builder website.

You can drive from Bruges to Brussels in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can go by car to Amsterdam.
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands — 1 day

Venice of the North

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): explore the activities along Singel, then stroll around Sarphatipark, then get engrossed in the history at Molen Van Sloten, and finally walk around Amsterdamse Bos.

To find photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Amsterdam trip planner.

Traveling by car from Brussels to Amsterdam takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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