City: Brussels
Top Things to do in Brussels
The 10 Best Traveler Resources in Brussels, Belgium
Unassuming Brussels is the capital of Belgium, Flanders and Europe. Medieval Grand-Place, is indeed grand, with many 17th-century buildings and daily flower markets. Reopened in 2006, the Atomium, Brussels' Eiffel Tower, provides great views, inside and out. Architecture fans should visit Musee Horta, home of Belgian master architect Victor Horta. St. Gery's clubs and bars are packed year-round. Seafood eateries abound in Ste. Catherine. Walk, rather than get snarled up in traffic, in the narrow streets.
Restaurants in Brussels
1. USE-IT Brussels
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5.0 based on 96 reviews
USE-IT BRUSSELS is a non-profit and alternative tourist office for young people. We make a free map of Brussels that will guide you through the real vibes of this city. Visit our desk for: Free advice from young locals about what to do/visit Free coffee or tea Free maps of Belgian & European cities Free wifi and lockers
2. Solvay Library
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
3. Bezoekerscentrum Vlaams Parlement
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
In het Bezoekerscentrum van het Vlaams Parlement beleef je de Vlaamse democratie vanop de eerste rij. Letterlijk, want het Bezoekerscentrum is gevestigd in de historische Lokettenzaal van het Vlaams Parlement, in hartje Brussel. Op een interactieve manier maak je kennis met de Vlaamse democratie en zijn volksvertegenwoordigers. Van jong tot oud, politiek geïnteresseerd of een gewone toerist: iedereen kan ons Bezoekerscentrum op zijn eigen tempo ontdekken. Het Bezoekerscentrum kan je combineren met een bezoek aan de bekende Koepelzaal. Een gids geeft je uitleg over het parlement terwijl jij in de stoel van een volksvertegenwoordiger zit. Daarnaast kan je ook kiezen voor een rondleiding doorheen de gebouwen. Een gids toont je de schitterende architectuur en de collectie hedendaagse kunst. Uiteraard ontbreekt een bezoek aan de iconische Koepelzaal en het Bezoekerscentrum niet. Alle bezoeken aan het Vlaams Parlement zijn gratis! Groepen (+10p) verplicht reserveren
4. KBR
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
KBR is the national scientific library and collects all Belgian publications. The institution preserves, manages and studies more than 8 million documents, a rich cultural and historical heritage. KBR provides access to all information in its collections, facilitates research and offers a broad cultural experience. We have a lot to offer, more than ‘just books’. That is why today, the Royal Library of Belgium becomes KBR. A unique and inspiring place with a wealth of outstanding knowledge – all protected and made accessible for you.
Reviewed By 355stefang - Brussels, Belgium
Excellent museum at the Royal Library of Belgium. Over roughly three floors, this small museum focuses on manuscripts from the Dukes of Burgundy collected during the Middle Ages. Really fascinating stuff. You learn how manuscripts are made and the detailed and intricate labor required to make one. Then you are presented with numerous wonderful manuscripts on display covering society during this medieval period, many focused on religion, but also some on chivalry, tales, general life, etc. All beautiful works of art. Excellent English throughout the museum, telling the story and describing in detail what you're looking at. Interactive, as well - you get a wrist band that you can touch on one of the many screens to bring up in even more detail in your chosen language information about the item you are viewing. The museum is warm and welcoming, especially on a rainy day. Bathrooms and obligatory giftshop on site. Recommended for both lovers of books and history in general.
5. Waterstone's
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By 497veronicaw
Do you have time? Long lazy hours in front of you? Nothing more peacefully joyful than spending time in the Waterstone English book store of Brussels. From latest literary prizes, to children and teens literature, science popular or elevated, school books and didactic materials, newspapers and gossip magazines, poetry, classics and moderns. They are all represented. You name your interest and Waterstone will have what you need. Staff is also helpful, they read as well so their advice is knowledgeable. You can exchange your likes and dislikes in a intellectually bubbly atmosphere. The fidelity card actually translates in tangible perks on regular basis. And if once you don’t feel like reading never mind - all the British goodies like shortbread cookies and filled egg are there for the pleasure of the mouth.
6. BIP
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
7. Le Botanique
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4.0 based on 345 reviews
The Botanique has become a cultural Centre since 1984. Formally, it was a Botanique garden, with gorgious greenhouses. Nowadays, it still show its wonderful architecture, together with up-to-date concert venues (Orangerie, Rotonde, Witloof Bar ...). Discover our many concerts over the year through our website or visit our galery called Museum, with its 4 or 5 big exhibitions a year (photography, paintings, ...).
Reviewed By NoeB1 - Antwerp, Belgium
I had a great night in The botanique! I went to see Sein Kuti. The concert was great, the location and the venue is very nice. The park around the building looks great to.
8. Librarium
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4.0 based on 7 reviews
The museum is temporary closed due to renovation works. Librarium will be opened on the 15th of May. In the meantime, you can visit the exhibition The World of Bruegel in Black and White from the 15th of October until the 16th of February of 2020.
9. Brussels Expo
10. Tourism Information Centre at Grand Place
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