Travel to historical Mechelen
Take a holiday to Mechelen and enjoy the area's museums, history and cathedral. Renowned for its monuments, parks and theatres, this city welcomes all visitors. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in and around Mechelen
Do you want to discover attractions to visit in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that Mechelen has to offer. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Planckendael Zoo (2.6 mi / 4.2 km)
- Mini-Europe (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Antwerp Zoo (13.1 mi / 21.1 km)
- Antwerp Flea Market (13.5 mi / 21.8 km)
- Stella Artois (13.9 mi / 22.3 km)
- Rinkven Golf Club (17.7 mi / 28.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Mechelen
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Mechelen. These are some of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- National Botanic Garden of Belgium (9.4 mi / 15.1 km)
- Royal Greenhouses of Laeken (10.9 mi / 17.6 km)
- Heysel Park (11.1 mi / 17.8 km)
- Laeken Park (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Antwerp Botanical Garden (13.2 mi / 21.2 km)
- Cinquantenaire Park (13.5 mi / 21.8 km)
Transport to and around Mechelen
The nearest airport is in Brussels Airport (BRU), located 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.), which is 11.2 mi (18 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Mechelen Nekkerspoel Station, Mechelen Station and Mechelen (ZGP-Mechelen Train Station) are the main stations that serve the city.