Ostend

The largest city on the Belgian coast, Ostend is a haven for day-trippers seeking summer days full of sandy beaches, coastal strolls and great seafood. The neo-gothic style St Petrus and St Paulus Cathedral famously decorate the skyline, and the city proudly totes its moniker of ‘Belgium’s premier beach location.’ Marvin Gaye famously called the city home in the 1980s, and the city’s sights inspired the soul classic ‘Sexual Healing.’ Just three hours from the UK, there's no telling what other surprises you'll unearth in this Flanders' gem.