Brussels Travel Guide
Weather, best time to visit, and the best food, culture, nature and activities.
Food & Drink
- Comme Chez SoiBelgian-French · $$$$
A legendary two-Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined Belgian-French cuisine in an Art Nouveau setting.
- FritlandBelgian · $
A popular spot near the Grand Place for authentic Belgian fries, a must-try street food experience.
- Fin de SiècleBelgian · $$
Enjoy hearty, traditional Belgian dishes like stoemp and carbonnade flamande in a lively, rustic atmosphere.
- NüetnigenoughBelgian · $$
A cozy, authentic Belgian pub known for its extensive selection of local beers and delicious, traditional food.
- Delirium Café
World-renowned bar famous for its incredible selection of over 3,000 beers from around the globe, spread across multiple floors.
- Fuse
One of Brussels' most famous techno clubs, known for its international DJs and vibrant late-night atmosphere.
- Place Saint-Géry
A lively square surrounded by numerous bars and cafes, perfect for an evening drink and people-watching.
Culture & History
- Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Home to an extensive collection of over 20,000 drawings, sculptures, and paintings, covering various periods from the 15th century to contemporary art.
- Atomium
An iconic landmark and museum, originally built for Expo 58, offering panoramic views and exhibitions inside its spheres.
- Musée Magritte Museum
Dedicated to the works of the famous Belgian surrealist artist René Magritte, housing one of the largest collections of his paintings and archives.
- Musical Instruments Museum (MIM)
Located in a stunning Art Nouveau building, this museum showcases a vast collection of musical instruments from across the world and different eras.
- Kinepolis Brussels
A large modern multiplex cinema offering a wide range of current blockbusters in multiple languages, including IMAX screens.
- Cinematek (Royal Belgian Film Archive)
Dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of cinema, offering a diverse program of classic and arthouse films.
- Ommegang of Brussels
A spectacular historical pageant reenacting the joyous entry of Emperor Charles V into Brussels in 1549, featuring elaborate costumes and parades.
- Couleur Café
A popular urban music festival featuring a mix of reggae, hip-hop, funk, and world music, often held at Tour & Taxis.
- Brussels Summer Festival (BSF)
A major urban music festival transforming the city center into a vibrant concert venue with diverse musical acts.
- Flowertime
Held every two years (alternating with the Flower Carpet), this event sees the Grand Place and City Hall filled with stunning floral arrangements.
Active & Fun
- Basic-Fit Brussels
One of many branches of a popular budget-friendly fitness chain, offering a wide range of equipment and group classes.
- Aspria Arts-Loi
An upscale health club offering premium fitness facilities, swimming pools, spa services, and a comprehensive range of classes.
- Nemo33
An extraordinary indoor facility famous for being one of the deepest swimming pools in the world, primarily used for diving, but also offers swimming.
- Centre Sportif de la Woluwe-Saint-Pierre (Sportcity)
A modern sports complex featuring a large indoor swimming pool suitable for laps and recreational swimming.
- Piscine Communale de Saint-Gilles
A beautiful historic public swimming pool with art deco architecture, offering both a main pool and a smaller children's pool.