HERITAGE

GRAND-PLACE

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the magnificent GrandPlace is the central square of the City of Brussels. A pinnacle of Brabant Gothic, the Hôtel de Ville (City Hall), accentuated by its bell tower, is the most famous landmark of the GrandPlace. The square is the finest example of architectural and artistic styles showcasing the region’s cultural heritage.

Atomium

The iconic Atomium was originally constructed for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair. Representing an iron unit cell magnified 165 billion times, the monument with its unique silhouette has, over time, grown to become a symbol of Brussels and Belgium.

Art

Magritte Museum

This museum offers an insight into the oeuvre of famous Belgian Surrealist René Magritte. It boasts a collection of over 200 of his works, including paintings and sculptures along with films by him. The museum also has the most important collection from the artist’s "vache" period.

Musical Instruments

MUSEUM

Housed in a beautifully-restored complex that is a mix of Art Nouveau and Neoclassical design, this unique museum displays over 1,000 interesting instruments. The audio-video guide helps in experiencing the sounds.

Brussels Comic Book Route

Renowned for its comic history and such iconic characters as Tintin, the Smurfs, Asterix and more, the city has murals dedicated to characters, and scenes from Franco-Belgian comic strips. There are several routes spread across the city, making the trail a prized piece of art.

Belgian Chocolate

Do try such traditional brands as Neuhaus, Godiva, Leonidas and Pierre Marcolini. Don’t miss the Choco-Story Brussels, a chocolate museum with chocolate-related exhibits and live demonstrations with a master chocolate-maker.

Culture Beer

The 'Beer culture of Belgium' was inscribed in 2016 on the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The brewing heritage of the country reflects in its diverse yet original beers. Some must-tries include Liefmans kriek brut, Westmalle Trappist tripel and Duvel tripel hop citra.

Shopping

Place Du Jeu De Balle

Visit the famous flea market on the Jeu de Balle Square in the heart of the historic Marolles district. From second-hand clothes and books to decorative objects, quirky knick-knacks and more - you'll not be disappointed here. Do not forget to bargain!

Eel In The Green

The delicious eel in the green (paling in ‘t groen in Dutch/anguilles au vert in French), is a dish prepared with meaty freshwater eel stewed in a thick green sauce of

Food

MOULES-FRITES

Order the classic Belgian moulesfrites to slurp on the mussels typically cooked in white wine and accompanied with fries.

Galeries Royales

The spectacular Galeries Royales houses retail outlets catering to beauty, decoration and fashion along with chocolate shops and theatres. Opened in June 1847, it is celebrating its 175 year anniversary till June 2023.