30 THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN BRUSSELS

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Brussels It is a cosmopolitan city, interesting and perfect to be traveled and discovered in a few days. The capital of Belgium captivated us thanks to its elegant buildings, its sweet touches (ains those waffles and that chocolate), its museums, its street art and a few surprises. In this post we will tell you 30 things to see and do in Brussels.

1. Marvel at yourself as a child in the Grand place, considered one of the most beautiful squares in the world. Here are some of the most emblematic buildings in Brussels, such as the town hall, the King's House, waves guild houses (We love its architecture!). Approach both day and night.

2. Get lost by himBrussels center, although if you want to know it more thoroughly, it is best to trust local people and sign up for a free tour that will give you the perfect introduction to the Belgian capital.

3. One of the neighborhoods that you cannot miss is St. Gery. Sit on some terrace, have a beer and enjoy live music atPlace St. Gery.

4. Increase your sugar level by trying one of the gastronomic specialties of the city: the waffles. Chocolate, cream and strawberries, from loquesea. But do not go home without having eaten them (you will have time to lose the kilos earned). The best waffles in Brussels are eaten at "Waffel Factory" and "Maison Dandoy".

By the way ... here we recommend a few restaurants to eat in Brussels well and cheaply 🙂

5. If comics are your passion, in Brussels you will find your little paradise: the city is full of street art Tintin (you know it is of Belgian origin), Astérix and Obelix, Blake & Mortimer, Lucky Luke and Marsupilami, among others. If you want you can prepare your own route using this map, or sign up for an interesting tour that will help you discover all the secrets about the urban comic art of Brussels.

Street Art in Brussels

6. Another essential stop for comic book lovers is the Comic Museum, which is located on Rue des Sables, 20. Price of € 10 for adults and € 3.50 for children under 12 years. (More information). And the no less geek MOOF Museum.

7. Enter the Brussels Cathedral, a perfect example of Gothic architecture that you will not only like because of its beauty, but also because it is free.

8. Meet the "child" symbol of the city: of course we talk about Manneken Pis, a statue of about 65 cm that ... pee.

9. Eye, there is also a female version of the most meona statue in Europe ... it's called the Jeanneke Pis. It is located in the Impasse de la Fidélité, an alley near the Grand Place.

10. But everything does not end here, it seems that the Belgians have liked the subject and of course, the doggy version could not be missed: Zinneke Pis. It is on Rue des Chartreux 35.

Manneken Pis, Jeanneke Pis and Zinneke Pis

11. Another of the things to do in Brussels is to visit is the courthouse which, in the past, had a negligible record: it was the largest building in the world!

12. And, of course, approach until European Parliament. You can visit the Parlamentarium, the center of visits of the Parliament where a lot of information about each country is exposed. And you also have the option of knowing the Hemicycle, the plenary room, and if you're lucky you can even visit it during a plenary session! You will need to show up at the entrance of the Paul-Henri Spaak building 15 minutes before the start of the visit. Of course, before checking the schedules on its official website. In all cases, admission is free.

13. Brussels is the craft beer capital So if you're a good brewer, you're in luck. One of the best places to try beers is "Delirium Tremens": it has about 2,400 different types, from the most classic to some rarunas proposals (you'll see even coconut, chocolate or cookie flavored beers). If you want to go further and explore the history of Belgian beer (including a tasting, of course!) You can do this tour in Spanish.

14. A very pretty church that you have to see in Brussels is Notre Dame du Sablo. It is one of the best examples of Gothic style that you will find throughout Belgium.

15. If you feel like shopping (even if it is simply looking, that Brussels is not a cheap city precisely), the best places are the stores Saint Hubert Galleries Or the Rue Neuve.

Galleries Saint Hubert, in Brussels

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16. After kicking the city so much you deserve a reward: give yourself a binge (or at least test) with the Godiva chocolates, one of the most famous luxury chocolate brands in Belgium. And where better than in his first store (opened in 1926) located in the Grand Place.

17. Pass in front of the stock exchange building and feel like on Wall Street.

18. Look for real bargains in the flea market of the Place du Jeu de Balles. It is best to arrive early in the morning and be patient ... whoever wants a treasure has to search and search.

19. Take one (and a thousand photos) with the Brussels Atomium, one of the strangest buildings we ever saw and a symbol of the city. It represents, as the name implies, an immense iron atom. It was created in the Universal Exhibition of 1958 and today, in its spheres, it houses a restaurant, galleries / art exhibitions and offers great views of the city. Admission per adult costs € 12 but you can book it online (and without queues) here. (More info).

20. There near is Mini europe, a park where you can see the models of 350 emblematic places in Europe, from the Colosseum in Rome to the Eiffeil Tower in Paris. It's a bit of a freak, but if you travel with children it's a good plan. Admission is € 15.50 for adults and € 11.40 for children (you can buy it here, without queues), although there are tickets combined with other Brussels attractions. (More info).

Views of Brussels from the Atomium

21. The MIM (Museum of Musical Instruments) It is not a place only suitable for music crazies, it is also one of the most interesting Art Nouveu buildings in Belgium and also offers beautiful views from the restaurant on the top floor. It costs € 10. (More info).

22. One of the most typical dishes of Brussels are the moules-frites (mussels with french fries). They say the best are those of Chez Leon. (More info about menu and prices).

23. Tour the Royal Palace It is a good way to be entertained for a few hours. The royal family has not used it as a residence since 1831, but if you are interested in history, you cannot miss it. (Eye: it can only be visited in summer from July 22 to September 3, and it's free).

24. On leaving you can walk through the Brussels park, the green lung of the city. Without a doubt, one of the most relaxing places to see in Brussels!

25. Although Our favorite park is the Cinquantenaire, with its impressive arch of triumph that reminds (much) of the Brandenburg gate of Berlin, and with its beautiful gardens and museums (Military History, Autoworld and Museum of the Basinntennial).

Cinquantenaire Park in Brussels

26. If you like art and specifically you are passionate about the works ofMagritteIn Brussels you find a museum dedicated to this Belgian painter. The ticket costs € 8 and you can admire more than 200 works. (More info).

27. One of the places we remember with more affection is the Botanical Garden. In addition to its beautiful gardens and walks, it stands out for its huge glazed building and for its significant dome. Inside there are exhibition halls and a very cool bar where we enjoy live music. The atmosphere is one of those alternatives that are very cool. (More info).

28. If you don't have much time available to tour Brussels, a good idea is to take the touristic bus to know the main points of interest.Here you can book it.

29. 25 km north of Brussels is theBreendonk concentration camp, one of those terrifying places where to learn more about the horror of the IIGM and its atrocities. The building is an old fort that was occupied by the Nazis and used as a prison. To get there you can take the train and get off at Willebroek Station and then walk 20 minutes. You can also join a tour like this that includes a visit to the concentration camp and the cities of Willebroek and Mechelen.

Do you already know everything typical of Brussels? Then do an alternative free tour, to know those places tourists don't usually visit.

30. If you have time we recommend you do some excursion around Brussels. The best of all is the one that goes to Bruges, one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in all of Europe. Another recommended excursion, if you have more days available, is to the city of Ghent.

Witches

These are 30 of the best things to see and do in Brussels On your trip, surely there are many more, so let yourself be surprised by this beautiful city.

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