DK Top 10 Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent

The four great cities of northern Belgium have fabulous art, elegant shopping streets, outstanding cafés and restaurants, some of the world's best beer and chocolate, and a rich cultural heritage. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent with absolute ease.

Our regularly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent into helpful lists of ten - from our own selected highlights to the best museums and galleries, performing arts venues, festivals and Art Nouveau masterpieces.

You'll discover:

- Seven easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week
- Detailed Top 10 lists of Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent's must-sees, including comprehensive descriptions of Brussels' Grand Place, Musées Royaux des Beaux-Arts, Musée des Instruments de Musique, Horta Museum and Comics Art Museum; Bruges' The Burg and best museums; Antwerp's Cathedral and Rubenshuis; and Ghent's Adoration of the Mystic Lamb
- Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out
and sightseeing
- Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including family activities, hidden gems off the beaten track and things to do for free  
- A laminated pull-out map of Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent, plus five full-colour neighbourhood maps
- Streetsmart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe
- A lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you're on the move

DK Eyewitness Top 10s are the UK's favourite pocket guides and have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.

Looking for more on Brussels's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Brussels, Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp.

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Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs