8 days in Amsterdam & Brussels Itinerary

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Amsterdam is known for museums, nightlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, see the interesting displays at De Nieuwe Kerk, walk around Vondelpark, and explore the engaging exhibits at NEMO Science Museum.

For ratings, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, go to the Amsterdam journey planner.

Istanbul, Turkey to Amsterdam is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Istanbul to Amsterdam is minus 2 hours. In August, Amsterdam is a bit cooler than Istanbul - with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) early enough to go by car to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Brussels: Bruges (Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, The Markt, &more). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Grand Place, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule), see the interesting displays at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, and get engrossed in the history at Museum of the City of Brussels (Musee de la Ville de Bruxelles).

To find photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Brussels tour itinerary planning website.

You can drive from Amsterdam to Brussels in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in September, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.