Otterbeek is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Mechelen area, you might plan a trip to Het Anker Brewery or Achter de Kazerne Stadium.
Discover the most popular places to visit in Mechelen
Photo by Thierry Royls
Open Photo by Thierry Royls
Planckendael Zoo
8.0/10 (15 reviews)
Why not visit the animals who live at Planckendael Zoo during your trip to Muizen? Discover the area's live music and cathedral.
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Open Photo by claudiagoesabroad
St. Rumbold's Cathedral
9.2/10 (43 reviews)
St. Rumbold's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Mechelen, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Het Anker Brewery
8.8/10 (10 reviews)
You can take time to visit Het Anker Brewery during your travels to Mechelen. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Nekkerhal Brussels North
9.0/10 (9 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Nekkerhal Brussels North during your trip to Mechelen. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
De Nekker
Explore the great outdoors at De Nekker, a lovely green space in Mechelen. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Achter de Kazerne Stadium
Catch an event at Achter de Kazerne Stadium during your trip to Mechelen. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Keizerstraat
8.0/10 (3 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Mechelen with a stop at Keizerstraat. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Fish Market
8.6/10 (66 reviews)
You can enjoy retail therapy at Fish Market during your trip to Mechelen. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
"The staff were amazing, very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was great with plenty of choice. Would use the hotel again. The only negative is you have to pay to use the swimming pool. When you pay to stay in a hotel it should include it's facilities."
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Mechelen break. However, a range of factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will influence how much your holiday to Mechelen costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Mechelen?
You can generally find reduced prices and greater availability in January, March and December. Check out our cheap Mechelen holiday packages and you could get some great off-season deals.
How many days is enough for Mechelen?
Dedicate around 2 days for your Mechelen holiday to take in everything that makes this place special. Explore popular neighbourhoods, including Rijmenam and Muizen. Then tick off top attractions such as Lamot Conference and Heritage Centre and Grand Beguinage of Mechelen. With a well-organised itinerary, you can keep busy with room for some downtime too. Want to travel beyond Mechelen? Consider fitting in an excursion or two.
Is it worth booking a holiday package to Mechelen?
Mechelen has everything you need for an amazing escape. Get your Mechelen holiday off to a flying start by visiting popular attractions like Planckendael Zoo.
How to find the best Mechelen package deals?
Use Expedia's filter tool to help you find some unbeatable Mechelen package deals. When you begin your search, just set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you're looking to save, plan your adventure for midweek, or browse for Mechelen package deals in the off-season. Play around with your travel dates and you may score even better discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's usually best to lock in your holiday package as soon as possible.
Is it cheaper to book a Mechelen holiday as a package?
Expedia holiday packages are designed to help you keep more cash in your pocket. Bundle your car rental, hotel and flight into one great-value price and enjoy significant savings. You'll typically get a better deal than booking each component separately. And you'll still enjoy the flexibility to create a tailored Mechelen holiday by choosing your favourite airline, accommodation type and car class.
When to book a holiday package to Mechelen?
If you're considering an impromptu Mechelen adventure, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to one week before you take off. Don't want to leave things to the last minute? You can find sensational deals on your hotels and flights by booking ahead.
How to plan a trip to Mechelen?
Choose when to go: Check your calendar and get packing. Your favourite season and the type of activities on offer will also help you decide when to holiday in Mechelen.
Set a budget: Consider expenses like flights, food and transportation when working out how much to set aside for your trip to Mechelen. Then, pick a hotel that works with your budget, whether that's an economical option or a high-end getaway.
Work out your trip length: Think about how long you want to spend exploring Mechelen. Plan your itinerary so you can get to all the activities and attractions you're interested in at a leisurely pace.
Bundle your flights and hotel: Awesome destination, check. Length of stay, check. Now all that's left is to choose a Mechelen holiday package that brings all your bookings together.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.