Brussels, is a region of Belgium comprising of 19 municipalities, including the City of
Brussels, which is the capital of Belgium.
The city started life as a fortress, then developed into a market square and eventually
blossomed into the economic, political and social centre of the Flemish capital.
The city is an amazing place with stunning architecture and fascinating history packed
into every street and alleyway.
Brussels has something for everyone and offers European staples such as art and architecture
alongside more unusual attractions.
Before we get into the top 10 things to do in Brussels, we’ve included links in the
description to various discount codes and links to resources of things to do, so make
sure you check those out.
10) At number 10 is the Grand Place
The Grand Place is a gorgeous, Unesco listed, cobblestone square, surrounded by ornate guildhalls
that were once the headquarters of the city’s merchants.
At the centre of the Grand Place is the beautiful 15th Century city hall, this Gothic building
is home to a museum displaying tapestries, wood panelling and paintings.
The Grand Place and the Town Hall look even more attractive at night when they are illuminated
with golden floodlights.
9) Number 9 is Mini-Europe
The theme park is located north of central Brussels and features scale models of Europe's
biggest and best sites.
Explore a charming miniature world, where the greatest buildings in Europe are recreated
in small scale.
Visitors can see everything from the Eiffel Tower to the Leaning Tower of Pisa as they
take a trip around Europe in a single day.
With over 350 miniature buildings visitors are able to travel between more than 80 European
cities in an instant and see their iconic architectural highlights.
8) At number 8 laugh at the Manneken Pis
Manneken Pis is situated not far from the Grand Palace and visitors can find it by taking
the right lane away from the town hall.
While the statue itself is of a child in the nude, he has been the recipient of about 800
different costumes, a tradition that began when Maximilian gave him a soldier's uniform
in 1698.
Since then Manneken Pis has been many things, including Santa and Elvis.
This odd statue has risen to fame and is a popular tourist attraction in the city.
7) Number 7 relax in the Parc Du Cinquantenaire
Parc du Cinquantenaire is a large public park in the easternmost part of the European Quarter
in Brussels.
It was built during the reign of Leopold II to commemorate fifty years of Belgian independence.
At the south-eastern point of the park is a giant arch that has spectacular architecture.
Visitors can climb to the top of the arch to see nice views of Brussels and beyond.
The park is one of the most beautiful parks in Brussels and worthy of a visit.
6) At number 6 is the Art and History Museum
More than a museum, the Art and History Museum feels more like homage to all things ancient
and unusual.
It was built by King Leopold II as a celebration of Belgium's 50 years of independence and
features 600,000 artefacts and art objects from all over the globe, plus a number of
fascinating temporary exhibitions.
View everything from prehistoric hand axes to Egyptian mummies.
Learn about the progression of different civilisations over time, delve into a collection of pre-Columbian
art and ponder over an enormous statue from Easter Island.
5) Number 5 is the Belgian Comic Strip Centre
The Belgian Comic Strip Centre is located less than a mile north of the Grand-Place.
The museum's collection is made up of 7,000 original plates and drawings and is a treat
for kids and adults.
This kingdom of imagination is home to some of Belgium's best-known comic strip heroes
including Tintin, Spirou, Bob and Bobette and the Smurfs to name a few.
4) At number 4 admire Le Botanique
Le Botanique was historically the botanical gardens of the city and still attracts a large
number of guests in the modern day.
The greenhouse, which dates back to the 19th Century, now regularly plays host to a range
of performing arts and makes the place feel more of a cultural centre than just a garden.
However if you are into greenery then the surrounding gardens are still intact and present
in all their glory.
3) Number 3 is St Gudule and St Michael's Cathedral
Construction of the twin-towered structure of St Gudule and St Michael's church began
in 1215 and was completed 300 years later, which accounts for its strange mix of architectural
styles.
The church was eventually given cathedral status in 1962.
The white stone façade is impressive, and inside, take a look at the huge oak Baroque
pulpit and the beautiful 16th-century stained glass windows.
2) At number 2 is the Hop-on Hop-off Bus Brussels There's lots to like about Brussels and visitors
can see it all with a 24 or 48 hour ticket for the Hop-on Hop-off Bus Brussels.
Travel on two bus tour routes with 22 stops around Brussels, covering the entire city's
main sights and get a free audio guide in 8 languages.
Hop off at any point on your tour, and rejoin at your leisure.
With panoramic views from the bus, it’s a great way to see Brussels.
1) And at number 1 is the Atomium
The Atomium, located in Heysel Park in the West of the city is a 102-meter tall iconic
monument.
This giant silver structure was built for the World’s Fair of 1958 and designed in
the form of an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times.
Inside, it's part museum, part exhibition space, and part viewing platform.
The high-speed elevator will take you to the top in seconds, and you can learn all about
the Atomium's history in the museums, and catch up on the latest high-concept art in
the vast exhibition spaces.
The Atomium's multiple viewing platforms offer panoramic views of the Belgian capital and
beyond.
So that sums up our top 10 things to do in Brussels, we hope you enjoyed, if you did
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