I didn't have any detailed plans yet. Our journey will begin in Paris, and from there we were hoping to see Keukenhof for a day while it's in bloom, and then to Bruges to finish. We do have a six year old though, so we have to pace ourselves and be a bit thoughtful about his limitations. I saw the chocolate museum of course, but anything you know of that would interest a typical exuberant young one would be very welcome - he does best with cheap thrills, and if a bit low-minded, all the better.

As for me, I am most excited about the prospect of hostels, river boats, and good beer in local styles. I will make a point to spend some time at Verdriet van België in particular.

[–] pet1t@lemm.ee 5 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (1 children)

The kid might like the Historium! It's more an attraction than a museum, and tells the story of Bruges in the Middle Ages with Jan Van Eyck. It's in a beautiful building as well!

The Concertgebouw Circuit is also very nice to do with kids. Guaranteed they'll want to have a career in music after that haha. Also takes you up to the roof of the building with a wonderful view of the city.

Speaking of views, go to the top of the Belfry. You have to climb 366 stairs, guaranteed they'll have a good sleep after that!

All the museums in Bruges also offer kids-friendly tours. Groeninge Museum I already mentioned - and, again, is a must see - but I also really recommend the Museum St John's Hospital! I really liked those two museums as a kid, and still do today!

[–] Gradually_Adjusting@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Adding these to our list! I might have to cut a day out from somewhere else in our itinerary, I'm getting more excited about Bruges than Paris.

[–] pet1t@lemm.ee 2 points 1 day ago

You could always come back a second time ;))