★ 4.9
Grand Place
A UNESCO World Heritage Site — one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Europe, surrounded by ornate guild houses and the Gothic Town Hall.
Historical Sites
★ 4.7 / 5
Brussels
Capital of Europe — History, Art & Belgian Gastronomy
- Region
- Brussels-Capital Region
- Population
- 1,200,000
- Best Time
- April – October
- Languages
- French, Dutch, German
About Brussels
Brussels is one of Europe's most cosmopolitan capitals — a city where medieval cobblestones meet the headquarters of the European Union, and where world-famous chocolatiers sit beside Michelin-starred restaurants.
At the heart of Brussels lies the Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful squares in the world. Surrounded by ornate 17th-century guild houses and the magnificent Gothic Town Hall, it dazzles visitors day and night. A short walk away, the cheeky Manneken Pis statue has been delighting tourists for centuries.
Beyond the historic centre, the Atomium — a giant steel atom built for the 1958 World's Fair — offers panoramic views of the city, while the Royal Museums of Fine Arts house masterpieces by Bruegel, Rubens and Magritte. The Art Nouveau architecture of architect Victor Horta is another treasure to explore.
Brussels is the undisputed capital of Belgian gastronomy. Indulge in authentic Belgian waffles, crispy frites with mayonnaise, a dizzying variety of craft beers, and hand-crafted pralines from chocolatiers who have been perfecting their art for generations. The covered Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, built in 1847, is Europe's oldest shopping arcade and a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll.
The city's cultural diversity makes it endlessly fascinating — more than 180 nationalities call Brussels home, creating a rich tapestry of restaurants, markets and street life unlike anywhere else in Europe.
Top Attractions in Brussels
- ★ 4.9
Bla Bla Pub Bistro
Tours & Experiences
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.9
Isla & Co. - Williamsburg
Tours & Experiences
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.9
Fox Tale Fermentation Project
Tours & Experiences
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.9
La Pierre Bleue
Tours & Experiences
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.9
La bonne chère
Tours & Experiences
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.9
AURA Tapas & Cocktail Bar
Nightlife & Entertainment
Nightlife & Entertainment - ★ 4.9
Cup Pasta
Tours & Experiences
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.8
Barge
Stylish restaurant with exposed-brick walls offering creative seasonal cuisine, plus wine.
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.8
Rustic
Tours & Experiences
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.8
GUS
Warm brasserie with a bar & sidewalk seating, plating Belgian & French fare with a set menu option.
Tours & Experiences - ★ 4.8
Yummy Bowl
Cozy nook for Korean-inspired vegan & vegetarian fare, like salad bowls, ramen, soups & desserts.
Tours & Experiences
Best Restaurants in Brussels
Isla & Co. - Williamsburg
Restaurant
★ 4.9$30–50Fox Tale Fermentation Project
Restaurant
★ 4.9$20–30La Pierre Bleue
Haute French restaurant
★ 4.9AURA Tapas & Cocktail Bar
Cocktail bar
★ 4.9$30–50La bonne chère
Restaurant
★ 4.9€Bla Bla Pub Bistro
Pub
★ 4.9€Cup Pasta
Restaurant
★ 4.9€Barge
Fine dining restaurant
★ 4.8€
Best Hotels in Brussels
AURA Tapas & Cocktail Bar
Hotel
★ 4.9Isla & Co. - Williamsburg
Hotel
★ 4.9La bonne chère
Hotel
★ 4.9La Pierre Bleue
Hotel
★ 4.9Cup Pasta
Hotel
★ 4.9Bla Bla Pub Bistro
Hotel
★ 4.9