Belgium is best known for its beer, chocolate and waffles, as well as its medieval cities and international relations with the headquarters of world-famous organisations located in Brussels.

Get some freshly made waffles, go hiking in the Ardennes, take a tour of Bruges or Ghent, or visit the museums in Antwerp.

Visiting museums, sightseeing and hiking are all excellent options for either free or affordable activities in Belgium.

This depends on the type of attraction you want to visit. Professionally organised tours usually require pre-booking, but you can normally pay upon entry for things like museums.

Belgium can be enjoyed all year round, but if you want to avoid the summer heat or winter cold snap, try to visit in the spring or autumn.

Sample fresh waffles, fries or classic Belgian chocolate, visit beer breweries, hike or explore the caves and forests in the Ardennes, or take a tour of the medieval streets of Ghent and Bruges.

Professional tours, dining out in restaurants or trying out a chocolate-making workshop could be fun activities for couples who are looking to experience Belgium’s best features.

Belgium is largely considered to be less expensive than other European countries. Depending on the type of traveller you are, you should look to spend between €50 on the budget end and €300 on the higher end per day.

Belgium is largely considered no less safe than any other European country, but you should be extra cautious in large cities like Brussels or Antwerp. Cities like Leuven and Bruges are considered safe and clean, but it’s still important to stay alert and vigilant and watch out for petty crimes like theft in tourist areas.

Belgium uses the euro (€). £10 is equivalent to around €12.