Prairie Daiza

Prairi Daiza is not your traditional zoo. It is built on the grounds of an old Cistercian abbey. The separate areas are built in the architectural styles of different cultures and the setting is beautiful.

There are plenty of animals, a huge central playground, skywalks, and all kinds of cool exibits (bats in the old underground chapel).

It's a bit pricy, but if you plan to go more than once (about 50 min drive fromm Brussels), the season ticket costs less than two entries. It's definitely a special place.

Domaine - La Hulpe

Just south of Brussels, La Hulpe is always a great place to visit for a stroll.

The Domaine around the Chateau de La Hulpe is accessible freely to the public, a beautiful botanical forest (with rhododendrons), ponds, little parks, enchanted corners (strange sculptures, an obelisque), it is a really relaxing place to be.

We are guaranteed to see some animals (horses and cows).

When we want to splurge, we hunt down a weekend bargain at the Dolce La Hulpe hotel with its fairly good spa facilities, great breakfast buffet and child-friendly atmosphere.

It's a quick and no-fuss way of getting out of the city without the hassle of long drives/airplanes.