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The 10 Best Free Things to do 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.
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1. Ixelles Cemetery
2. Grand Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34,326 reviews
Considered one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Europe, the ornate Grand Place is the center of Brussels, where many historic buildings dating from the 17th century are located.
3. Parc du Cinquantenaire
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4.5 based on 2,335 reviews
Planned by King Leopold in the late 19th century, this park holds imposing monuments including the Triumphal Arch, Exposition Halls and the Bordiau Halls, which house the prestigious Museum of Art and History.
Reviewed By HR00917 - Miami, United States
Big park located close to the EU buildings. The park is quiet, peaceful, and plenty of benches and grass for a picnic. It is a little far from the city center so you may want to take the bus or taxi if you do not want to walk an hour to and from the city center.
4. Parc Tournay Solvay
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
5. Town Hall (Hotel de Ville)
6. St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule)
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4.5 based on 5,051 reviews
Reviewed By RicardoBowie - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The church of St Michael is a masterpiece sitting in the centre of Brussels, 2 minutes walk away from the nearby station. Old European churches are always worth a visit for their stunning architecture and priceless works of art. A nice example which is well worth a visit.
7. Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
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4.5 based on 9,883 reviews
Wander through the Les Galeries Saint Hubert, a gorgeous glass roofed arcade in the center of Brussels. Lined with cafes, theaters and luxury stores, the Les Galeries Saint Hubert also has the distinction of being the first covered shopping arcade in Europe.
Reviewed By bfltd0 - London, United Kingdom
Always a delight to stroll through this arcade and look at the wonderful things on display in the generally high-end shops. One or two closed units though - a sign of the times in retail - but the various cafes are worth a visit for an unhurried spot of people-watching. A visit to the arcade cinema should be on the itinerary at some point.
8. Guild Houses
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4.5 based on 973 reviews
Reviewed By mauriziomA1039RG
Famous and superb square surrounded by beautiful buildings finely worked in Gothic style. Guild houses with their golden symbols as well as the fox ( merchants ), the gold tree (brewers) , the swan (butchers) , wolf ( builders), etc. Many shops where delicious chocolate is sold, bars and restaurants. During the evening buildings are cleverly lit, giving to the entire square an unforgettable charm.
9. Mont des Arts
10. Notre Dame du Sablon
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4.5 based on 1,993 reviews
Dominating the Sablon Square in the center of Brussels, this church was transformed from a chapel into a major gothic church starting in 1436 through the beginning of the 16th century, and truly exemplifies the Brabantine gothic style of architecture.
Reviewed By jordanalexanderh - Aylesbury, United Kingdom
This is a magnificent cathedral in a beautiful part of the city centre. The building itself is amazing inside and out, and close by to some attractive public gardens and the palace.
