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Call ShortBreaks today for
up to date information on new exhibitions, timed admission tickets
and multiple entry passes. Whether your preference is for French Impressionists,
Belgian Surrealists or Flemish Grand Masters a visit to one of the
following galleries is a must:
• Musee D’Orsay - Paris
• Picasso Museum - Paris
• Louvre - Paris
• Palais des Beaux Arts - Lille
• Royal Museum of Fine Arts & Rubens House - Antwerp.
• Musees Royaux des Beaux Arts – Brussels
Follow the links or call 0870 027 6002 for help and first hand advice. |
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| Choco-Story Museum |
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If chocolate is your passion then a visit to Bruges' 'Choco-Story' is essential. Learn all about the history of this delicacy, see the chocolate making process, discover why Belgian chocolate is so famous, and then enjoy a sample or two! Fun for children too, with a special discovery game which offers a chocolate prize for successful participants. Located 5 mins from the market square, open daily 10am to 5pm. (last entrance 4pm)
Per Adult - 5
Children (6-11) - 4
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| Gay & Lesbian Pride |
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Brussels Pride started out as Pink Saturday in the 1980s and is now the starting point of the gay and lesbian summer.
Around 20,000 people march through the Belgian capital in the main parade, which starts from the Bourse at 2pm. Supporting events include a Gay and Lesbian Village in and around rue St Jacques followed by the Rainbow Party at the Ancienne Belgique in the evening.
Please visit the Belgian gay and lesbian pride website for full details: www.blgp.be
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| Museum & Transport Pass |
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A great opportunity to discover Brussels. This 3-day pass allows entry to 30 of Brussels’ museums, and includes unlimited travel on city public transport. Valid for 3 consecutive days, a full list of participating museums is printed with the pass, which includes both the Modern Art and Ancient Art Museums and the transport pass covers all our hotel locations and the major attractions.
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| Day trip to Bruges |
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Take the Bruges Express to the Venice of the North, and experience this stunning medieval city. This luxury coach tour departs at 12.00pm and takes you on a guided tour of Bruges. It includes a walking tour of the city centre and either an optional canal trip or free time in Bruges to do some shopping. You will leave Bruges at about 18.30.
Departs Sat and Sundays. Please note: in July and August extra departures on Tuesday.
This tour includes pick up directly from the hotel lobby.
Per Adult - 26
Children (6-11) - 13
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| Ghent and Bruges Day trip |
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A fantastic day out to two of Belgium’s most fascinating cities. Travel on luxury air-conditioned coach accompanied by an onboard guide, you will first visit Ghent and the stunning St Bavo’s cathedral. The afternoon is spent in Bruges, soaking up the medieval atmosphere. You will take a walking tour of the city centre and then enjoy either an optional canal trip, or free time in Bruges to do some shopping.
Between 22nd March 08 – 2nd Nov 08 Daily , then 3rd Nov 08 – April 09 Tues, Thurs, Sat and Sun only. Departs 9am. Duration 9.30 hours.
This tour includes pick up directly from you hotel lobby.
Per Adult - 33
Children (6-11) - 16
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| Brussels City Tour |
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A comprehensive tour of Brussels and the surrounding area on luxury air-conditioned coach, with an onboard guide to give out local information. Sights include the Grand Place, St Michel’s Cathedral, Atomium, Chinese Pavillion, Royal Palace and the EU District. Departs daily at 10am and 2pm with an additional tour on Wednesday, Saturdays & Sundays at 11am. Duration: 3 hours.
This tour includes pick up directly from your hotel lobby.
Per Adult - 21
Children (6-11) - 11
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| Diamond Divas Exhibition |
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Antwerp's Diamond Museum hosts Diamond Divas, a dazzling exhibition displaying gems, from bracelets and necklaces to tiaras, worn by cinema and theatre legends including Marilyn Monroe, Gloria Swanson and Doris Duke.
The famous Moon of Baroda necklace, worn by Marilyn Monroe at the première screening of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, is one of the highlights of the exhibition.
The exhibition opens on April 11th and will run through to June 8th 2008, daily 10am to 5.30pm (until 10pm on Thursday).
We are offering a special offer ticket which also includes entry to Antwerp’s photography www.fotomuseum.be & fashion museums www.momu.be
Please note bookings need to be made at least 5 days in advance.
To book call 0844 482 2940
For more information, please visit the Diamond Divas website www.diamonddivas.be
Per Adult - 10
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| Musée d'Orsay Pass |
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Paris' most outstanding art collection is housed behind the stone facade of the Musee d'Orsay. The focus of the collections are the electrifying Impressionist works which include the majority of Claude Monet's paintings. Entrance tickets are valid daily.
The Museum is open Tues-Sun 10am to 6pm. Please note that the museum is free of charge on the first Sunday of every month, and also free for under 18s with proof of id.
Adult - 8.50 |
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| Paris Sightseeing Tour |
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The Paris Express sightseeing tour is the perfect way to see the main sights in the city, and includes the Champs Elysees, l'Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame. Travel is on an air-conditioned coach and includes commentary in English.
The tour lasts for 2 hours and departs daily at 09.00, 12.00 or 15.00.
The tour lasts for 2 hours and departs daily at 09.00, 12.00 or 15.00
Adult - 17.50 |
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| Paris By Night Tour |
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The Paris by Night Illumination tour takes an evening route around the famous monuments and avenues which are beautifully lit up. Sights include the Champs Elysees, the Opera Garnier, Pigalle and the Arc de Triomphe. In addition to this, every hour the Eiffel Tower sparkels with hundreds of lights which glimmer down on you as pass in the comfort of your air-conditioned bus.
The tour departs daily at 6.45pm until 31st March, except on 31st Dec. Duration approximately 1.45 hours. Free for children when accompanied by a paying adult.
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| Museum and Monument Pass |
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The Paris museum and monument pass offers entry to over 70 of Paris' most renowned sights, galleries and museums. This includes the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, l'Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Tower & Crypt, and the Maison de Victor Hugo. Please enquire for the full list, which is also printed on your pass. The pass is only valid for permanent exhibitions, will usually allow you to jump the entrance queues, and is validated upon entry to the first museum. 1 or 3 day passes available. Please note that the majority of the attractions are free of charge on the first Sunday of the month, and free to under 18s with proof of id.
2 day pass - 24
2 day - 24 |
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| Paris Wine Museum |
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Opened in 1984, the Wine Museum in Paris is a cultural centre which aims to display the richness and diversity of France's winemaking heritage. Exhibits are displayed in ancient vaults, and your ticket includes complimentary wine tasting. Open Tues-Sun 10am to 6pm. Located a short walk from Metro Passy.
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| Louvre Museum Pass |
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The Louvre museum in Paris is one of the finest in the world. Works such as the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo are just two of the 35,000 pieces on display. Your ticket enables you to avoid the queues, is valid daily, with same day re-entry allowed.
Open 9am-6pm, closed Tuesdays. Please note that the Louvre is free of charge on the first Sunday of every month, and free of charge to under 18s, with proof of id.
Adult - 8.50 |
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| Chateau Fontainebleau |
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If you want to enjoy an historical trip out of Paris then take an escorted tour to the stunning Chateau of Fontainebleau, which for eight centuries was one of the preffered residences of the Kings of France and Napoleon. The architecture, décor and period furniture is one of the richest in France, which in combination with the immense gardens, offers a vivid insight into French history.
On the way to Fontainebleau you will stop at the picturesque village of Barbizon, an artistic centre immortalised in paintings by Millet, Rousseau and Corot.
Departure from Central Paris, the trip takes approximately 5 hours 30 mins, and is escorted on air-conditioned luxury coach. Available every Saturday at 1pm, entrance ticket to Fontainebleau included.
Adult - 42 |
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| Free Room upgrade |
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Visitors flock to explore the cobbled streets and old guild houses in the Market Place but it is the canals with their ancient humped bridges that create its unique character. Small enough to explore by foot, horse-drawn carriage or by canal boat, there is much to see and museums and art flourish, good restaurants abound and pretty shops sell lace, Flemish tapestry, speciality beers and chocolates.
breaks from - 139
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| Wine Tasting in Paris |
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Why not learn more about France's national beverage with a personal wine tasting experience in Paris. Guided by a wine connoisseur with a long family tradition of wine making, you will be introduced to a selection of some of the finest wines in France. The tasting experience is in English.
There are 4 different options of tasting experiences as follows:=
Wine 2, 3 O Chateau Wine Tasting – an introductory tasting, an hour long offered daily on a boat docked right by the Eiffel Tower.
Cost £16 per person.
Grand 7 O-Chateau Wine Tasting - With a unique approach, focused on fun and pleasure, the French sommelier will allow you to learn and enjoy about the pleasures of wine! The only question is: Can you handle the 7 wines within 2 hours.
Cost £39 per person.
Wine & Cheese Lunch O-Chateau Wine Tasting - How about indulging in two of France’s best products: Wine Cheese?! In a new twist on a Tasting Lunch you will learn first hand food and wine pairing as well as wine tasting techniques. Five wines (including 1 champagne) will be tasted, in accordance with five cheeses and a fruit basket will also be served. Duration 1.5 hours.
Cost £50 per person
Champagne Tasting Cruise - Your cruise will start from the dock by the Eiffel Tower. Inside a private room you will cruise down the Seine River while sipping Champagne and enjoying some of Paris’ famous monuments. Your sommelier will give a Champagne presentation, offering you the chance to taste three Champagnes. Available Daily.
Cost: £31 per person
Hotel packages are as follows:
Wine 2,3 - 194
Grand 7 - 269
Wine and Cheese Lunch - 269
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Why not learn more about France's national beverage with a personal wine tasting experience in Paris. Guided by a wine connoisseur with a long family tradition of wine making, you will be introduced to a selection of some of the finest wines in France. The tasting experience is in English, lasts 2 hours and takes place in a stylish Parisian loft.
The event runs daily (except Sundays and National holidays) at 16.00, with opportunity to purchase bottles to take home.
Wine 2,3 - 194
Grand 7 - 269
Wine and Cheese Lunch - 269
Champagne tasting Cruise - 289
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| Hop on Hop off Bus Pass |
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A fantastic way to see Paris at your leisure. The Cars Rouges Hop on Hop Off Bus takes a route around the major sights and allows you to hop on and hop off at any of the 9 stops .
Passes are valid for 2 consecutive days and buses run daily from 09.30 to 19.00, every 20 to 30 minutes. A full list of the stops is printed on your voucher, which is exchanged for a pass when you first board. Passes are valid for 2 consecutive days and buses run daily from 09.30 to 19.00, every 20 to 30 minutes. A full list of the stops is printed on your voucher, which is exchanged for a pass when you first board.
Adult - 17
Child - 8.50 |
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| Seine River Cruise |
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An enjoyable way to see Paris and the hidden views of the River Seine on a Bateaux Parisiens Sighseeing boat.The 1 hour cruise travels from the Eiffel Tower past the Grand Palais, Notre Dame and the Lourve Museum with an on board host giving out the local history. br>
Tickets are valid daily, departures every hour from 10am to 10pm.
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| Citroen 2CV Tour |
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The 2CV tour gives you a quintessential touch of bygone France, and offers magnificent panormaic views of the city and its sights. Picked up from your hotel, your English-speaking chauffer will take you around the main attractions of Paris, including the Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees, Trocadero, Louvre and Notre Dame. He is ready to answer questions about the sights, local history and offer recommendations of things to do whilst in Paris.
The tour departs daily (except National holidays) at 9am, 11, 1pm, 3pm, 8pm & 10pm and lasts for approximately 1 1/2 hours with pickup and drop-off at your hotel. 'Price is per person based on 2 people sharing 1 car. If more or less people are travelling please contact us for a quote.
Based on 3 sharing (per person) - 42
Based on 2 sharing (per person) - 61
Based on 1 person - 115 |
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| Palais Garnier Tours |
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Allegedly the haunting ground of the Phantom of the Opera, this stunning building opens its doors daily for both guided and unguided visits. Commissioned by Napoleon III in 1861, Charles Garnier´s building is a perfect example of 19th century stage architecture, which hides its iron frame under the flamboyant decoration for which it is so renowned
Now home to the Opera de Paris, and the National Ballet, the building is open to the public daily from 10am to 16.30. Guided tours in English are available every Saturday & Sunday at 12.30, duration 1hr30 mins. If you can´t get to see one of the performances here, then this is a close second.
Payable locally - free |
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| Bastille Day |
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Liberté, Egalité
and Fraternité! And this is where it all began –
on the 14th July 1789 the Paris mob attacked the hated Bastille
fortress, released the prisoners, heralded the start of the
Revolution …and began a tradition of the biggest street
party in the French calendar!
Parades, parties and fireworks characterise the modern Bastille Day.
Celebrations run from the 13th, culminating in the grand fireworks display on the Champs de Mars on the 14th. Come and join the party with a break below!
Free event - free
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| Belgian Beer Festival |
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Throughout the festival weekend, 44 of Belgium's Breweries of all sizes will be showcasing their wares in the surroundings of one of Europe's most beautiful squares, the magnificent Grand Place.
You can sample as many of the diverse flavours of and styles of beer available while enjoying brass and jazz band, al fresco food and various childrens’ activities.
Beer making is a real passion for the Belgians - take a break and find out why their brews are world famous.
Free event - free
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See this beautiful city in style with a horse drawn carriage ride which takes you around the main sights of Bruges. Tours depart daily throughout the year and can be picked up from the Market Square. Stay at the Aragon or Hotel Oud Huis de Peellaert hotel and take advantage of their pre-bookable excursions. Payable locally at a cost of 40 euros
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Stay at the Heritage hotel and take advantage of a complimentary walking tour. Lead by a knowledgeable and entertaining English-speaking guide, this 2 hour tour winds its way through the old city centre. Available weekdays only, departing at 2pm. Please ask at reception upon arrival at the hotel.
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| Belgian Beer Museum |
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In the stunning Grand Place a chance to see how the Belgian's make their famous beer and get a free drink at the end of the tour.
Tickets valid daily and the Museum is open from 10.00 -17.00
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From the 14th of September until the 27th of January The Royal Museums of Fine Arts in Brussels will be showcasing the works of the revered artist Ruben’s in the Ruben’s , a Genius at Work Exhibition.
Short breaks have several great breaks available allowing you to visit Brussels premier artistic hotspot, all include return travel via Eurostar and accommodation in one of our hand picked hotels as well as passes to the exhibition.
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| Comic Strip Art Centre |
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The Brussels Centre for Comic Strip Art celebrates the best in Belgian animation and cartoon. Located in the city centre, the museum not only plays homage to over 400 original Tintin plates, but also incorporates many of the lesser know cartoons and artists. Tracing the history of the cartoon, this makes a great break from the usual sightseeing, and also offers a selection of great gifts in the museum shop. Open daily 10am to 6pm, tickets 6.20 Euros payable on the door.
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| Lille City Pass |
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If you are heading to Lille then ensure you take advantage of this fantastic sightseeing offer. The 1 Day Pass includes unlimited travel on city centre transport, free access to many of Lille's tourist attractions including the impressive Palais des Beaux Arts and the Modern Art Museum. In addition to this you can enjoy a 1 hour city tour by minibus and during the summer months, a guided barge tour on the Deule River. The pass comes complete with a detailed city map with information about all the sights, and a local restaurant guide.
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| Palais des Beaux-Arts |
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This stunning building, located on the Place de la Republique, houses one of the best art collections in France, including works by Rubens, Picasso, Monet, Goya and Delacroix. Open Mon 2pm-6pm, Wed-Thu, Sat-Sun 10am-6pm, Fri 10am-7pm. Closed Tue. Entrance costs from €5 and is well worth a visit. (Entrance included if you purchase the City Pass)
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| La Piscine´ Museum |
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Located in Roubaix, this gallery has been entitled´the finest swimming pool in France.´ Exclusively housing 19th and 20th Century paintings and sculptures, the works are displayed around a pool, the shower cubicles and in the surrounding areas. (Entrance included if you purchase the City Pass)
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| Rubens House |
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The Rubens House Museum in Antwerp celebrates the life and works of this city's world renowned artist, Peter Paul Rubens. A permanent collection of his drawings, paintings and engravings is on display alongside other Flemish artists, totalling in excess of 40,000 works of art. The museum is open daily, except Mondays and Public holidays, entrance is from 5 euros. Rubens House, 9-11 Wapper, Antwerp.
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| St Bavo's Cathedral |
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St Bavo's Cathedral in Ghent is a stunning church overlooking St Bavo's square. Its gothic architecture is combined with a Romanesque crypt, and houses many works of art, including 'The Mystic Lamb' by the Van Eyck brothers, one of the most famous works in Flemish art. The Cathedral is open daily and is free of charge. The Christening Chapel is 3 euros per person.
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