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Brussels

3.9
Historic Sites Museums Nightlife

Capital of Europe

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene. Streets in the city feature changing architecture, a medieval city center, and attractions like museums and a city market area. In addition to the sights and squares, you'll discover flower shops, restaurants, and crowded cafes lining the streets of this bustling metropolis. Brussels is in Belgium. When using our Belgium day trip website , you're building your holiday based on your own interests, visitor reviews, and the informed opinions of our well-traveled writers.
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Popular things to do in Brussels

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Grand Place
4.8
Duration: 1​h
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Atomium
3.7
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Manneken Pis
2.3
Duration: 30​min
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Musical Instruments Museum (MIM)
4.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Museums in Brussels

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Musées Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique
4.1
Duration: 3​h
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Horta Museum (Musee Horta)
4.1
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Belgian Comic Strip Center
2.7
Duration: 1​h 30​min
Magritte Museum
4.0
Duration: 2​h

Kid-friendly things to do in Brussels

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Mini-Europe
3.9
Duration: 4​h
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Museum of the City of Brussels (Musee de la Ville de Bruxelles)
3.9
Duration: 1​h
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Autoworld
4.4
Duration: 1​h 30​min
Bois de la Cambre
4.8
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Side trips from Brussels

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Historic Centre of Brugge
Bruges
4.8
Duration: 3​h
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The Markt
Bruges
4.5
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan
Bruges
4.4
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Groeningemuseum
Bruges
4.3
Duration: 2​h

Hidden gems in Brussels

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Parc du Cinquantenaire
4.4
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Royal Palace of Brussels
4.2
Duration: 1​h
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Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and of Military History
4.4
Duration: 3​h
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Escape Prod - Escape Rooms Brussels
4.8
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Shopping in Brussels

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Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
4.3
Duration: 2​h
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Marche Aux Puces de Bruxelles
3.2
Duration: 2​h
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Mary Chocolatier
4.6
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Maison Dandoy
3.3
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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