Travel to historic Mechelen
Take a vacation to Mechelen and enjoy the area's museums, history and cathedral. Renowned for its monuments, parks and theaters, this city welcomes all visitors. If you need more space to accommodate a family vacation or friends trip, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in and around Mechelen
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that Mechelen has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Planckendael Zoo (2.6 mi / 4.2 km)
- Mini-Europe (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Ring Road (11.9 mi / 19.2 km)
- Antwerp Zoo (13.1 mi / 21.1 km)
- Brussels Aquarium (13.3 mi / 21.5 km)
- Stella Artois (13.9 mi / 22.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Mechelen
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your vacation in Mechelen. These are a few of the area's noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- 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)
Transportation to and around Mechelen
The nearest airport is in Brussels Airport (BRU), located 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying 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 in the area.