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Shopping Centres Cathedrals

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Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula
Maria Peir: Stores like this are very unusual to find in Carlos Olmo: The chair of Brussels is close to Central
Spain, though in Belgium there are plenty of them. In Station in the city and is a spectacular Gothic building built at
Brussels you'll find quite a few. To me, they are beautiful and the bottom of a staircase in uptown Brussels. It is there to
1 Grande Place Squares charming!! The Passage du Nord is a gallery covered with
windows, and adorned with beautiful sculptures. Among its
show that his majesty is still great. They began constructing it
in 1226 and did not complete it until 1500. The stained glass
Miskita: I was fortunate enough to live in Brussels when they had famous Brussels Flower Carpet. Every two years, almost all facilities we can find anything ranging from craft shops to inside the cathedral is from the XVI, XVII and XIX. centuries
of the Grand Place of flowers is covered, so that it makes a colorful and spectacular sight. The Belgians and tourists enjoy the fashion boutiques. and is wonderful. On a sunny day it gives the building a
flower show in midsummer for a few days in August. If you climb to the top of a building you can see the whole picture. I think beautiful light and it was a shame that my last visit was at
next year is the next time so sign up!!! I was fortunate to be living there, rather working in Brussels the last time the famous Cristina Bonhomme: Botiga bizarre Botiga bizarre night. The interior of the ship is impressive. It has sixteen side
Flower Carpet was installed. As I have understood, this party-show is held every two years in summer. Nearly all of the Grand chapels, a choir on three levels, the ambulatory where the
Place of flowers is covered, so that it makes a colorful and spectacular sight. The owner of this idea has been commisioned by Blessed Sacrament Chapel is, the Treasury, and the chapels
other cities and I think similar drawings were done of petals in Barcelona. However, I do not know if it is patriotism or because I of Our Lady of Deliverance and Maes. It is a gothic
get along so well with the Belgians, that I think that there isn't anywhere that the carpet of flowers is displayed that is as majestic masterpiece.
as in Brussels. And I believe it, because if anything is beautiful in Brussels, its the magnificent Heritage Square. Something called
the Grand Place isn't a goodframework for a canvas of flowers. The Belgians and tourists can enjoy the flower show in
midsummer for a few days in August . If you climb to the top of a building you can see the whole picture. I think the next flower
canvas is next year so be there!
3 222 792 211 - Grand Place, Brussels 3 225 450 990 - Galerie du Roi, 5, Brussels 3 222 178 345 - Place Sainte-Gudule, Brussels

Vanessa Lopez: It's a must see and doesn't disappoint! The place is beautiful and the visit to the museum in the house of the
King across the Town Hall building is really worth it.
Historical Monuments
Atomium
isalatrendi: I shared this place on minube because I think
there aren't a lot of people ve have have come in after it
reopened and to take advantage and say that unless you're
big fans, it's not really worth it, especially for the 9 euros they
charge. It's a thousand times better outside. I had the luck
since I was there on erasmus, it just so happened that they
opened it that year and for me it was free, but it was a big
disappointment. The best are the views and going up the
escalators because it's like you're going up in a space ship.
Even so, it's curious to see the spaces they've created,
they're not much and not very big, in fact the cafeteria only
has four kid-sized tables, believe me, I'm not exaggerating.
To highlight a room they have created for the children to
spend the night if they want, where they have hammocks
hung from the ceiling with chains so that the child does not
fall they seem odd. Anyway, if you see my pictures, not much
more inside because it's smaller than it seems. Still if you
3 224 754 775 - Avenue de l\'Atomium, Brussels
Statues
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Manneken Pis
Carlos Olmo: Sometimes it is surprising that in
monumental cities like Brussels the most well-known
landmark, as in this case, is a small statue 50 cm high of a
boy urinating, which everyone would pass without even
looking if it weren't for the multitude of people crowding
around taking photos. It personally does not do anything for
me. I do not think there's anything exceptional about it or that
it has any great quality, but now that I think about it, the same
goes for the bear with the strawberry tree in Puerta del Sol in
Madrid, where the main interest is knowing where he will be
relocated whenever there is construction in Puerta del Sol
3 225 138 940 - Rue de l\'Etuve 46, Brussels
Bars
Delirium
Adela Nieto (Babyboom): This is a typical brewery and it
is curious to see as it has more than 500 types of beer
glasses that you can ask for around 3-4 , prices can also
ranges between 8-13 for 2 L depending on the type of beer
you ask for. Inside it is all decorated with many posters
advertising brands, often it is full so finding a free seat is a bit
difficult. It's right opposite the Jeanneken Pis.
3 225 144 434 - Impasse de la Fidelite 4A, Brussels
Historical Monuments
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Porte de Namur
luis tarrafeta: Among all the ancient medieval walls of
Brussels, this is the only door that remains intact. Surrounded
by a peaceful park, and newly restored, the Hal door is one of
those iconic spots that you'll find in the city of Brussels. It is
often said that the city center is shaped like an inverted
pentagon, with the Porte de Hal as the lower vertex.
Porte de Hal, Brussels
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 What to see in Brussels
Churches
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Notre Dame du Sablon (Church of Our
Blessed Lady of Sablon)
Lna: The same thing happens to me with books as with
movies. I put myself in the plot so much that when I'm
finished it's like I invented another character. I am one of
them. I'm on stage. But then the magic fades away. However,
in Brussels there is a place that makes me get that feeling
every time I step in front of Notre Dame de Sablon Church.
Why? Because it was in one of the scenes of the movie The
Pillars of the Earth. So I walk slowly to relive what Ken Follet
said happened in this XV century gothic Church of XV
century. It's a beauty that demands our attention.
3 225 115 741 - Rue de la Rgence 3b, Bruselas 1000, Blgica, Bruss
Historical Monuments
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Brussels Town Hall
Azaelle: The Brussels Town Hall is one of the most
beautiful buildings in the country. It's a Gothic building and
was started in 1402 by Jacques Van Thienen. Charles the
Bold in 1444 laid the foundation stone of the left wing, where
the Gothic style is particularly pronounced. In 1449, the
architect John Van Ruysbroeck reinforced and modified it.
The current tower is about 96 meters high, and you can
access its summit by climbing 420 steps. The building was
partially destroyed in 1697 during the national bombing, and
was later rebuilt, with a courtyard added. Nowadays,
weddings are often held at this magnificent Gothic building,
which is a stunning backdrop for such events.
3 222 792 211 - Grand-Place, Brussels
Museums
Belgian Comic Strip Center
emilie : You may not want to spend the 6 euros it costs to
get into the Belgian Comic Strip Center museum, but it's
worth visiting because the building itself is free (and so is
using the bathroom - something not common in Belgium, in
case you are in urgent need!). The building itself is stunning,
one of the few remaining examples of Art Nouveau in the city.
In the main room on the ground floor, to the right, you will find
a small exhibition about the history of the building and Art
Nouveau, with pictures and explanations in English and
French. Next, there's a small bar that will allow you to enjoy
the stunning interior of the building. From the ground floor
you have a view of the glass roof, and you can enter the
comic book store full of famous comic icons like Tintin, the
Smurfs, and Spirou.
3 222 191 980 - Rue des Sables 33, Brussels
Museums
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Musical Instrument Museum
Xipo Enelmundoperdido: Europe's best Musical
Instrument Museum, at least that's what they say. The
Musical Instruments Museum (MIM) in Brussels is at least
generally rated the best in Europe. Located in the city center,
on top of the Mont des Arts, the museum can actually be
seen on a lot of postcards of the city because of its
spectacular Art Deco design. Inside, you can see all kinds of
instruments, including a spectacular collection of pianos, as
well as a workshop demonstrating how they were built. The
museum has several floors, and it's worth paying attention to
the Art Deco-style stairs and railings.
32 025 450 130 - Rue Montagne de la Cour 2, Bruselas 1000, Blgi
Historical Monuments
Arc de Triomphe
Miskita: The worst thing about living in a city is that you
don't bother to buy a guidebook, so when it comes to
Brussels' Arc de Triomphe, I can only say that I have no idea
why it was built! But it's a lovely place to sit on the grass and
eat sandwiches before going back to work. And at night, after
enjoying some typical Belgian chips, it's a good location for a
walk. For more information, you'd better find a guidebook!
jubelpark, Brussels
Churches
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St. Nicholas Church
Almudena: This church is right on the corner of Market
Square, St. Nicholas is the patron saint of the merchants in
this location. It is one of the oldest churches in Brussels. It
has undergone several reconstructions, it is believed that it
was built on the site of a former eighth century temple. It was
sacked in 1579 and partly destroyed in a bombing in 1695,
the last renovation was in 1956, but the ancient parts inside
have been preserved. The choir dates back to 1381, and in it
there's a picture of the Virgin that's attributed to Rubens.
Curiously, the Altar Mayor chapel is turned sideways.
3 225 138 022 - Grand Place , Brussels
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Of Cultural Interest
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The European Tree (European
Parliament)
Hctor www.mibauldeblogs.com: To visit the European
Parliament, an institution shared between Brussels and
Strasbourg, you first need to approach the farthest building
from Luxembourg Square, next to the state of the euro. They
offer two free visits a day, at 10 and 3, and it's recommended
to arrive 10 minutes early. You'll get an MP4 videoguide, and
your group will be under the supervision of a guide.
luxemburg place, Brussels
Of Cultural Interest
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The Brussels Stock Exchange
Maria Peir: The Brussels Stock Exchange, by architect
Lon Suys, is one of the most impressive buildings in
Brussels. It was constructed between the years 1867 and
1873, in the Palladian style, with bas-reliefs on the outside
and 2 winged figures under the colonnade, designed by
Jacques de Haen, representing both sides of good and evil.
There are also figures representing the continents of Africa
and Asia, which are believed to be works of sculptor Auguste
Rodin. There are some zones of the building which are open
to the public for viewing.
3 225 091 211 - Palais de la Bourse, Brussels
 What to see in Brussels
Theme Parks
Mini-Europe
Lala: Brussels is the capital of Europe, and has a theme
park where you can see a representation of the most
significant buildings and monuments of all the countries that
make up the EU. It is an open-air museum, and the
monuments are 1:25 scale models with all kinds of details,
and often include small dolls, trains and moving cars. This
place has got a super-cool look, in addition to being
photogenic, since the Atomium is its backdrop.
32 024 741 313 - Bruparck, Bruselas B-1020, Blgica, Brussels
Historical Monuments
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Halle Gate
Lna: During the Middle Ages, Brussels was a fortified city
and the Halle Gate was one of the seven gates that allowed
access to the city. The eight kilometers of wall were
systematically destroyed and razed in the early nineteenth
century except for Halle Gate, which was converted into a
prison. It has become one of the first museums in Belgium.
You can't visit the Belgian capital without passing through the
gate, just 20 minutes from what is considered the tourist
center of Brussels, the Grande Place, and very close to the
main train station, the Gare du Midi.
25 341 518 - St. Gilles | 150, Boulevard du Midi, Bruselas 1000 Brux
Squares
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Place du Petit Sablon
joaquim cubarsi: On one side of Notre-Dame de Sablon
in Brussels lies the Place du Petit Sablon. This square is
shaded by lush trees and is full of fountains, flowers, statues
and benches, offering a little pocket of tranquility amid the
bustling Sablon neighborhood and its chocolate shops,
antique shops and delis. It is surrounded by forty-eight
columns and at the top of each column is a statue that
represents one of the guilds of the sixteenth century. It is a
beautiful place to escape the hordes of tourists all year round.
Pl. du Petit Sablon, Brussels
Squares
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Place Royale
Hlne et Mathieu: This is where all the Royal Museums
of city are located. For seven centuries, it was the site of a
castle, after Coudenberg's former palace, the seat of power
for the Dukes of Brabante. The place subsequently underwent
numerous transformations. Today there is a statue of
Godefroy de Bouillon in the center, constructed in 1848 by
Eugne Simonis, and there is the church of Saint-Jacques-
sur-Coudenberg. In virtue of the Royal palace, I recommend
to not give up searching for the remains of the churches of the
old Palace of Brussels.
Place Royale, Brussels
Gardens
Parc du Cinquantenaire (Jubelpark)
Xipo Enelmundoperdido: The Cinquantenaire Park is
undoubtedly one of the most popular parks in Brussels. Just
steps from the Europea Commission and Council, it's the
ideal place to go walking, jogging, or have a picnic. When the
weather is good, you're sure to see plenty of young people
lying in the grass. Inside the park, you can see the Arc de
Triomphe and the fiftieth anniversary palace, now home to the
Army, Art, and History Museums. You can see different
sculptures in the park, like the monument to the Congo.
Sometimes events take place here, like rave parties, or
sporting events.
Av. des Gaulois and Av. de l'Yser, Brussels
Train Stations
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Brussels Central Station
Hlne et Mathieu: This station is essential for getting to
the city since it links the Midi railway station and the Gare du
Nord. It's Belgium's most popular train station. Coming from
France Thalys, the train will not stop at this station, so you
should get off at the Gare du Midi and take any train going
towards the north of Belgium. I suggest paying attention to
your personal belongings in the station, because there are a
lot of robberies. However, take time to admire the art deco
buildings that are nearby, designed by the famous architect
Victor Horta.
3 225 282 828 - Rue de Loxum, 25, Brussels
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Shops
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Boutique de Tintin
Mara Salazar: This place is found on one of the streets
out of the Grand Place. This store is dedicated entirely to
Tintin. It has everything: all the comics, all kinds of plastic
dolls, plush Tintin, Snowy, and Captain Haddock. They even
have clothes, the logo is Tintin's face. It's especially for young
children, but there are some larger shirts or sweatshirts. What
surprised me is that the store was super full, especially with
Chinese people, buying like all.
3 225 145 152 - Rue de la Colline, 13, Brussels
Historical Monuments
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Place Sainte-Catherine
Hlne et Mathieu: In this square one can find the church
of Santa Catarina, which is in very bad condition, almost
without restoration. This church blends Romanesque, Gothic
and Renaissance styles together into one. On the left side is
a fountain, and also a number of restaurants specializing in
fish. During the winter, it has a big Christmas market. It was
the song of Jacques Brel: "Brussels", which led me to the
Place Sainte-Catherine. This place, especially on weekends,
has kept all its charm and authenticity. The best to have a
snack on Sunday morning in one of the bars in front of the
church.
3 225 138 940 - Place Sainte-Catherine, Brussels
 What to see in Brussels
Squares
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Place Eugene Flagey
emilie : I passed by the new Flagey place in August, and
truthfully, as travellers commented earlier, it is a nice place.
Leaving behind the more tourist places like the Grand Place,
you get the feeling that you are entering the real Brussels,
with more local people. In fact, on the day that I went it was
very hot, and the kids were playing with water jets that flowed
from the floor in the center of the square. Mums that were
looking after the children were sitting on giant benches and
chatting with each other. We should also mention the
"baraque frites" or "friterie" potato chip factory which was
recommended by a Belgian staying ... And yes it's not a lie
lie- it's worth spending two euros to get some delicious
potatoes to savor in the square or along the pond that goes
around it!
Place Flagey, Brussels
Museums
Maison D'Erasme
Olatz Pereda : This house, the home of Erasmus of
Rotterdam, is now a museum. Visit can be divided into two
parts: the house and the stunning garden. In the house you
can see paintings, sculptures and manuscripts that Erasmus
created to explain life and his thoughts. The garden is divided
into two parts: one part with medicinal plants and the other
has philosophical areas. I went in winter so having an ice
cream and seeing the medicinal plants did not make the
same impression as in other seasons, still their presence
makes a perfect garden. Next to each plant were very funny
dolls shaped like people, indicating what part of the body the
plant was healing. In the philosophical garden area, which
could be seen as planters covered in grass with tree leaf
shapes (all different) and in which new plants grow. It was
very cold when I went and I guess in any other season, the
plants would be much nicer, but anyway, despite the weather,
the visit was worthwhile :)
32 025 211 383 - Rue du Chapitre 31, Bruselas 1070, Blgica, Brusse
Of Cultural Interest
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Les Halles Saint-Gry
Cibele Calliari: Les Halles Saint-Gry is a place with lots
of history and is worth visiting if you're in Brussels. The
Gothic church of Saint-Gery stood here until its demolition
between 1798 and 1801 during the French regime. On its site,
a pyramid-shaped fountain was built in 1802, and markets
were organised outdoors. In 1881 the construction of the Les
Halles market started, which remained active until 1977 when
it was closed after years of gradual abandonment by the
shopkeepers. The building is a fine example of the
architecture of the period. It's a covered market in iron and
red brick done in the Flemish Neo-Renaissance style. Today,
fully restored, it's a hub of information and exhibits and also
houses a coffee shop with an intense and interesting
schedule of events, the Caf des Halles. There's a great
atmosphere here, as it's always full of young people from
Belgium and beyond. The exhibitions can be visited from
10:00 to 18:00 and admission is free.
025 024 424 - 23, Place Saint-Gery, Bruselas 1000, Blgica, Brussels
Shops
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De Biertempel
emilie : Wow! I discovered this place with two friends
randomly, walking in the center of Brussels. The three of us
usually drink beer, but do not have the same tastes: My
friends (guys) prefer blonde or dark beers, while I like the
sweeter beers. We had tried all kinds of beers in the bars in
Brussels, but this "museum" was a great discovery: We were
able to discover the amount of brew produced in Belgian! For
my taste, it not only was the Pecheresse, peach flavored one,
or Faro, with a touch caramelized, and Kriek, cherry, which
can be found in most bars, but they also had banana-flavored
beers , coconut, apple, plum, which surprices me etc! For
guys they have Shelves and shelves covered with all types of
bottles! The prices were reasonable (between 2 and 3 euros
per bottle for the small ones), and there are also larger bottles
of 75cl and one liter. A nice place for fans, and for anyone
who wants to make a typical gift. I recommend coming here
and discovering many different beers.
025 021 906 - Grasmarkt 56b, Brussels 22. La Monnaie
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Theaters Shops
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La Monnaie Beer Planet
Maria Peir: This corner is full of art and history and is martin susel: Let's see, how to describe this. In Belgium
one of the "temples" of lyrics that is most famous and you'll find a whole lot of three things: Chocolates, Comics &
important in Europe. It was built in 1855 by Joseph Poelaert, Beers (The three c's, lets say?) I was never much of a comics
and one of its greatest features is its versatility, offering large fan, chocolate is fattening, so beer in my life occupies an
repertoire both in the field and in the operatic symphony. It important place. Whoever goes to Brussels will have the
was instrumental in the revolution of 1830, and you can say extreme pleasure of trying all the beer that they could
that led to the Independence of Belgium. It had operas that imagine. I just got back to my country, I miss the Belgian life
represented the conflict and Neapolitan uprising against ....
Spanish occupation, particularly when the area of "sacred
love of country", the entire room rose and went out ready to
drive the Dutch town. Following this "push" a popular
movement arose that did not stop until the independence of
the Belgian people. Although in 1855 the auditorium and
stage suffered a devastating fire, after reconstruction carried
out by Poelaert it now has the same appearance as it did.
Hlne et Mathieu: The Theatre Royal de la Monnaie is
003 270 233 939 - Place de la Monnaie, Brussels 32 484 955 350 - Rue de la Fourche, 45, Brussels
one of the most famous opera houses in Europe. The first
Things to see in Brussels
1. Grande Place 2. Manneken Pis 3. Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
4. Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula 5. Delirium 6. Porte de Namur
7. Notre Dame du Sablon (Church of Our Ble... 8. Belgian Comic Strip Center 9. The European Tree (European Parliament)
10. Brussels Town Hall 11. Musical Instrument Museum 12. St. Nicholas Church
13. The Brussels Stock Exchange 14. Place du Petit Sablon 15. Boutique de Tintin
16. Halle Gate 17. Place Royale 18. Brussels Central Station
19. Place Sainte-Catherine 20. Place Eugene Flagey 21. Les Halles Saint-Gry
23. Beer Planet 24. De Biertempel
 Where to eat in Brussels Page 6

Restaurants Cafs
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Caf Le Perroquet Zebra Bar
Enrique Prim: Le Perroquet is an Art Deco-inspired Hlne et Mathieu: Zebra Cafe in my opinion is the most
restaurant in the Sablon area. Its menu is mainly pita bread authentic neighborhood cafe. The music is electronic and the
stuffed with various fillings - pork, vegetables, fish, etc - waiters are very friendly. The bar is quite original: in the
1 Belgique Gourmande Culinary Interest accompanied by an assortment of sauces. For dessert they
have good ice cream and scrumptious cakes. I recommend
summer the outside terrace becomes a beach. In this bar
things are very original (they were even giving classes in the
Francisco Gallego: Hey guys, I have prepared a few posts that you shouldn't read if: A) you're on a diet, b) are a chocolate the lemon meringue pie and the cherry and pistachio ice evenings!). These small details make this place stand out.
addict and trying to quit, c) if you are neither a) nor b) but do not have chocolate in the fridge of your home to avoid dying of envy creams. You won't regret it.
or gluttony. I want to talk about one of the great chocolatiers - also one of the thousands - ve are located in Brussels, Belgium. I
want to talk about 'La Belgique Gourmande'. I'm not lying when I tell you that every night after returning to the hotel, I felt that my
teeth stung from the amount of chocolate that I had eaten. And the blame goes to chocolatiers like this, I would not take myself for
a glutton, obviously... It was impossible not to stop at the window. It attracts you like a blonde attracts you with her cleavage on a
Saturday night. You just went out to have a quiet drink, you know, but you can't stop looking... This bakery is located in the
elegant Galeries Royales of Saint Hubert that, which were the first galleries covered by a glass dome in Europe that allowed light
to flow into the corridors through which thousands of people walk daily. In addition, the store has a lot of history for its chocolates
and pralines. Their windows are striking for their color and the interior is notable for its striking presentation of their products. They
present chocolate and cookies in a high quality lighting so you have no choice but to enter. And just when you do, wham! The
clerk, with a smile from ear to ear, offers you a little candy - pure evil marketing! Being respectful as one is, you can not reject the
3 225 129 922 - Rue Watteeu 31, Brussels 25 110 901 - Place Saint-Gry 33, Brussels
offer and, in addition, you don't want to look like a mooch, so you decide to buy a kilo of those little succulent chocolates that
don't stop screaming until you devour them. To be on the safe side, do not think about: What if on the last day you don't have
time ... because you have to bring something to work ... because the clerk was kind enough to ... because certainly in Spain they
don't do this ... And, what happens? They look so good in the box that you wonder, how many are there? What if you open it and
check? What if you eat one? Will anyone notice? Before arriving at the hotel, you've eaten all the chocolates and you're out of
cash. So, the story is the same over and over again every day you spend in Brussels. Anyway, I'll stop talking now, but if you
ever go there, remember this. It's definitely worth the visit, then later you'll visit your dentist.

Galerie de la Reine 17 Rue de la Colline 9, 1000 Brussels , Brussels Restaurants Restaurants

Restaurants
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La Belg' Epoque
martin susel: These days it's not easy to eat well cheaply
and with good portions. This is what happens in this dining
room located in a little street that goes off from the main
square in Brussles. It's not easy to choose because all of the
owners are around begging you to try theirs. If we are
patient, we do not get carried away by misleading
advertisements we can turn around, end up choosing a good
place among many. In my case, this is one that I highly
recommend.
Culinary Interest
Le Funambule
Hctor www.mibauldeblogs.com: The waffles here are
very good. The peeing mannequin eating waffles was so
funny that I had to put a picture up of it. It would've been nice
to sit and eat a piece of these waffles in a more comfortable
way, though. Prices for a waffle with the works is 5 euros and
the basic sugar waffle is 2 euros. It is next to the Leonidas .
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Restaurante MIM
Lala: The Musical Instrument Museum has a restaurant
on the top floor with a nice terrace and a view that will take
your breath away. The restaurant is quite big but when we
went it was full of people, so it's best to make a prior
reservation. It offers typical Belgian cuisine: I had the chance
to try the famous Lige meatballs with tomato sauce and of
course, fries on the side. Without doubt, the best thing about
this restaurant (apart from the food, which is great) is the
location, not only for the view, but for the building itself, a gem
of Art Nouveau in Brussels, designed by P. Saintenoy in
1898.
Smoods
Zai Aragon: This restaurant belongs to the Hotel Bloom,
and is located in the lobby. It has been divided into different
environments, with low light and music specifically created for
the site by the resident DJs. The decor is modernist, with a lot
of colours and motifs. It's a great design. The food is
spectacular, and they have a wide selection of drinks. The
dishes are generous but not cheap. If you're staying at the
hotel, they'll give you a promotion. On weekdays it fills up
with executives who work in the area, and at the weekend it's
party central.

3 225 125 111 - Petite Rue des Bouchers 28, Brussels 0 498 521 712 - Rue de l'Etuve, 42 Bruxelles, Blgica, Brussels 3 225 029 508 - Rue Montagne de la Cour 2, Bruselas, Blgica, Bruss 3 222 206 666 - Rue Royale 250, Brussels
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Belga Queen
Lala: A beautiful site, with a historic building with high
ceilings and a vaulted glass dome. But there are still some
very modern design elements. The bathroom is worth seeing!
This restaurant is famous for oysters, lobsters, and shellfish,
but you can find plenty more on the menu. I have tried the
duck breast with raspberry sauce, and it was outstanding!
3 222 172 187 - Wolvengracht 32, Brussels
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De Noordzee
Rosa Aparisi: As recommended, we approached the
"Restaurant" La Mer du Nord o Noordzee and I say
restaurant in quotes because it is a type of fish-market
where you choose the fish you want to eat and it is displayed
on a counter and out on the street and you have it cooked on
a plate. They will serve you and right there and then and you
eat it on high tables standing up. A quick and tasty way to eat
fresh fish. The price / quality ratio OK. Until next time!
3 225 131 192 - Rue Sainte-Catherine 45, Brussels
Restaurants
Fritland
emilie : Fritland: As its name implies, it is a "friterie", a
good place to eat chips. This place, very central, offers chips
with gravy for less than 3 euros, as well as sausages, pies,
and all the other things you find in places like this. Even if it's
not the most traditional or family-style site, the place is
centrally located and has the advantage of having enough
chairs for eating in on the cold days of autumn and winter.
025 140 627 - 49 Rue Henri Maus, Brussels
Restaurants
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La Cotelette
Laura Juarez Hernan: At dinner time, it's a good idea to
go to the Rue des bouchers which has an atmosphere like
the Latin Quarter in Paris. The street, which has several
entryways, is full of restaurants with terraces and warm
decorations inside, offering menus from 12 and 18 euros. I've
heard about Chez Leon, but listen, I suggest you guys move
up a bit and visit this place. Once a generous waiter treated
us to dinner with a menu of 12 euro with drinks. Relax and
enjoy the mussels with fries as main dishes, among others,
one entre, usually salads, shrimp-tomato-soup I recommend
... and dessert: a delicious waffle with whipped cream and
chocolate syrup. Bon apptit!
3 225 128 854 - Rue des Bouchers 30, Bruselas 1000, Blgica, Bruss
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Manneken Pis Maison Antoine
isalatrendi: Next to the Manneken Pisone of the streets Laura Terciado: It is well known that the fries are one of
right off the Grand Place are the best places to eat waffles. the quintessential dishes of Belgium. They not only serve as
But the absolute best, proven by all Erasmus students ve a side dish, but can also be served as a main course alone or
were there and even those no longer studying, is right next to with sauces, meat, cheese, etc. Maison Antoine is a must-see
the Manneken. In any of these places you'll be happy but the if you travel to Brussels and like fries. A large octagonal kiosk
Manneken is better, cleaner, and cheaper! The trick to finding located in the center of the Place Jourdan. It's been there so
it is that there is a sign where you can take a picture like long that everyone knows and in most guides already listed it
you're the Manneken. Just order there and hesitate to get as highly recommended visit point. We can enjoy a cone of
weird ingredients and mixtures: Half black and white fries huge for very little money, accompanied with curry
chocolate with nutella, with 4 types of syrup, or my favorite: sauce, tartar sauce, mustard, pita bread, beef, sausages, etc.
strawberries, banana and chocolate!! Ah, and remember that There is also fried chicken, waffles (another treat) almong
there they're called WAFFLES! other sweets.
Lievevrouwbroersstraat 31, Brussels 3 222 305 456 - Place Jourdan 1, Bruselas 1040, Blgica, Brussels
Restaurants
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Amadeo
isalatrendi: Ok, here's the first little place I found.
Amadeo restaurant is famous for its ribs "a volont", meaning
that you pay 13 to 15 euros and you can eat all the ribs you
want, or all the ribs you can. Besides ribs you can also order
all-you-can-eat roasted potatoes that I recommend because
they come with a sauce that's delicious. I recommend
drinking the wine that they give you, and they charge you
depending on how full or empty you leave the bottle. Drinks
aren't included in menu prices anywhere in Belgium. Of
course
32 495Belgian
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prefer beer to wine, this is your country. I also recommend the
Restaurants
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Le Cirio
jamborree: Hello Traveler! I recommend this taverna
located between the Grand Place and the building of The
Bourse (Stock Exchange). It's quiet and comfy where you can Places to eat in Brussels
eat simply, cheaply, and tastefully. The service is very good
1. Belgique Gourmande 2. La Belg' Epoque
and the general clientele is local. The bathrooms are curious
3. Le Funambule 4. Caf Le Perroquet
and nicely decorated. Tip: The waffle is not the house
5. Zebra Bar 6. Restaurante MIM
specialty. It's more like a waffle-shaped churro.
7. Smoods 8. Belga Queen
9. Fritland 10. Manneken Pis
11. De Noordzee 12. La Cotelette
025 121 395 - Rue de la Bourse 18/20 1000 Bruxelles, Brussels
13. Amadeo 14. Le Cirio
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Hotels Hotels
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Renaissance Brussels Hotel, A Marriott Maxhotel hotel
Luxury & Lifestyle Hotel
GuiaLowCost.es: The hotel is brand new and was
Fernandoo: This is a highly recommended hotel to stay at opened in April 2010. The rooms are large in general. This
when traveling to Brussels on the basis of quality for price. hotel offers a new concept at a low cost, minimizing the extra
1 Hotel BLOOM Hotels While it is not in the center of town, it is still not too far.
Walking from the hotel to the center takes about 25 minutes,
services to offer a good price. (For example, there is optional
cleaning for 15 , breakfast not included ...) The hotel is very
Ainara Garcia: Modern, creative, inspiring and near the center of Brussels. It is a hotel whose originality impressed me. When but the Trone Metro Station is five minutes away. In addition, new and comfortable . Who wants a breakfast buffet when
you walk into it it immediately smells fresh. I don't know why but it smells great. The buffet breakfast is substantial and its hours at the Luxembourg Square, which is one block away, there you are right in the center of Brussels and its cafes right
are from 7:00 to 10:00 in the large dining room on the ground floor. Midweek the hours are no problem, but I recommend getting are several buses that go to the center. Right there you will there? Reservations and check-in and check-out are done by
breakfast early on the weekends, because the room gets full and you may have to wait in line. One thing I noticed was that they find the train station Gare du Luxembourg. It is practically a machine, but the staff can be called with a free phone
put a sudoku on the table so you can start the day by exercising your mind. As far as the room goes, I was in 721, and the wall is attached to the European Parliament, in a very quiet area, provided. You also need to scan your passport and your PIN
painted in a style that reminds me a little of something by Agatha Ruiz de la Prada. Each room is painted by a different artist and with little traffic or noise. The hotel has 262 rooms spread code for the credit card payment, which could be problematic
one of the walls has a brief biography of the author who designed your room with their email address if you want to write to them. over six floors in a very new and very intricate both in details if you do not have one on hand.
The bed was very comfortable and there was a wall to wall window. One thing I thought was so funny was that on Saturday night and in cleaning. The hotel, part of the Marriot chain, has a bar
you could hear the music from Smoods, the hotel bar. My room was on the 7th floor and I didn't hear much, but I'm guessing the with an elaborate list of drinks open until 2am or so, a
first floor guests were probably disturbed by the noise. Anyway, this was not even a blip on my radar other nights. The bathroom restaurant with an even more elaborate menu with good
has a large mirror and I loved the shower, with immediate hot water. The bus stops for trams 92 and 94 that connect you to the working hours and a small shop that is open 24 hours a day
rest of the city are directly in front of the hotel. The nearest Metro stop is the Botanique, which is about 50m from the hotel. There where you can buy anything such as drinks, snacks, liquid
32 022 206 611 - Rue Royale 250, Brussels 3 225 052 929 - Rue Parnasse 19, Brussels 3 222 190 060 - Bd. Adolphe Max 107, Brussels
is also a supermarket across the street if you need to pick something up. For photographers there are 2 points to consider. If contacts, toothpaste ... And it also has 24-hour room service.
possible, choose a room on the 7th floor (the highest) because from there the sunrise views are spectacular. Also, as you're
leaving the hotel on the same street, there is a church on the left, tucked away a little that you can see on weekends, and if you Hotels
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combine the right lighting in slow motion combined with the tram crossing you can get a good amount of playfulness in your
photos. If I had to rate this hotel between 0 and 10 I would opt for a 9.
2GO4 Hostel
Ramn Seoane Surez: The hostel is located in the
center of Brussels. The closest subway stop is Brockre
Rogier, and it's 10 minutes walk from Brussels Nord Station.
The street is very quiet, although the Grand Place is just 5
minutes walk away. It is a small hostel (20 rooms). I stayed in
Hotels Hotels Hotels a dorm for four people. It was a tad small, but I was only
2 3 6
Aris Hotel Hotel Exe Grand Place Bed and Brussels hotel planning to sleep there, so it didn't matter. There was a
kitchen, computer room, drinks and coffee machines ... The
Jordi: During our tour of Flanders and Brussels, we Lonifasiko: This is an excellent hotel located in a long Ignacio Izquierdo: Not only the design is cozy with a communal bathrooms were nice, although scarce. When we
decided to establish base camp here, as it's the city with the avenue in downtown Brussels, a 10 minute walk of the touch of art deco that is a delight for the senses the location is went, twoshowers weren't
32 022 193 working,
019 - Boulevar so there
Emile were just
Jacqmain-laan 99,four for
Brussels
best train connections to the rest of Belgium. As such, we historic building of the Exchange, and the corresponding superb. Located in the historical district, in one of the most the entire hostel, but we found that we rarely had to wait for a
looked for a hotel near the Central Station, to allow us easily Metro called 'Burse' (Bag), allowing very comfortable and important pedestrian galleries, because you're in the middle
access to the rail network. Aris Hotel fit the bill, located in the easy access to go to the famous Grand Palace and the rest of of the action. It's still quiet and no disturbance from the street Hotels
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heart of the Belgian capital, just two minutes from the Grote
Markt. We organised the trip so that each morning, we could
the city's nerve center. It's a business hotel-modern and
functional. The double rooms, or single use in my case, are
noise. Following the philosophy of Bed & Breakfast, has a
comfortable kitchen that can be used by tenants and they
Theater Hotel
catch a train to visit a different city, returning to Brussels in quite spacious, with twin beds together, comfortable serve breakfast to a small number of guests. The place is a marcos-kitos: We knew we had to go to the well-known
the afternoon with time to rest a little and take a shower in the mattress, a well equipped bathroom, heating, quite spacious great detail to have with someone. section of the Mutanyu wall. This section has been rebuilt and
hotel before having dinner in the centre. Despite the closet and a desk with chair, with space to work well with a isn't as crowded as other sections of the wall that are closer
numerous days of traveling, tiredness, etc, our organisation laptop. Complimentary WIFI on the floor where I was the to Beijing. Once you're there, I don't recommend walking up it
and the great location of this hotel meant that we could do scope was good, and the password is on your card :). On the because you'll be so tired by the time you reach the top that
everything we'd planned, and we didn't have to worry about negative side of the room, the TV was pretty old and the glass you won't want to walk through and see everything. You have
sleeping every night in a different hotel. We had dinner at a partition in the bathroom doesn't prevent floods when you 2 options, take a chairlift or a gondola. The wall looks different
different restaurant every evening, and afterwards we'd go to shower. The ground floor of the hotel where the reception and than you may have initially thought. I thought it would be
the Grote Markt where there's always a musical performance the breakfast room is very nice with a relaxing space as a relatively flat, but I was so wrong. All of the small ladders that
at 10pm, with songs and coloured spotlights illuminating the room right at the entrance, with comfortable leather sofas that you have to use leave you
003 225 144 300 - March aux Herbes 78-80, Brussels 003 225 128 100 - Boulevard Anspach, 159-163, Brussels 3 226 460 737 - Rue Goffart 78 , Brussels 32 023exhausted byVan
509 000 - Rue theGaver
end.23,But the
Brussels
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Hotels
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Hotel La Legende
Almudena: It is a 2 star hotel located in the heart of
Brussels, with the closest Metro stop being the Bourse (only
250 meters away). One can enter through a gate that opens
onto a courtyard where the reception is. When we went it was
near Christmas time and it was decorated. The rooms are not
too big but the hotel in general is very good, especially for its
location.
3 225 128 290 - Rue Du Lombard 35, Brussels
Hotels
Hotel Made In Louise
Hctor www.mibauldeblogs.com: The best thing is
definitely the price. Two nights in a double with breakfast for
only 87.17 euros. The only downside is the difference of a
room to another. The location is not in the Louise Square, it's
2 tram stops from this, and the hotel is 300 meters from the
tram stop. The situation is very good. Breakfast very good.
0 912 754 913 - Rue Veydt 40, Brussels
Hotels
NH Brussels Grand Place Arenberg
hotel
alcarria: We got a weekend deal for a weekend with
breakfast and late check-out with a great price. The hotel has
great location to visit the city center. Is one step away from
the Grand Place. Also very close to the central station, even if
you're loaded with luggage it's easy to ride to the hotel.
Breakfast is pretty full, but a bit lacking in fruit.
3 225 011 616 - Rue d'Assaut 15, Brussels
Hotels
Aloft Brussels Schuman EU Hotel
nadaljose: This is very good and modern hotel located in
the heart of the Brussels' European District, not far from the
European Commission building. The rooms are very
spacious, the beds are comfortable, and the decor is great.
All rooms feature a 42-inch TV and free internet. There is a
cafe, lounge area, playground for the kids and a terrace.
Good value for money and ideal if you're in Brussels for a few
days.
Place Jean Rey, Brussels
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Bedford Hotel & Congress Centre Chao Chow Hotel
Lala: The first time I traveled to Brussels I stayed at the Maria Peir: The Chao Chow Hotel has a fantastic
Bedford Hotel Brussels, which is a 4 star hotel that is a bit old, location right next to the train station and is run by a very
but still very convenient. Its not easy to find a hotel in the friendly Asian family. We particularly enjoyed the breakfast
center of Brussels at an affordable price. Its location is buffet, which has both Asian and western food available. The
unbeatable: it is less than a 5 minute walk from L'Etuve Street rooms are very spacious and have wardrobe, desk, TV,
(where you can find the Manneken Pis) and costs 55 per minibar, table and chairs, etc. The bathroom is also good and
night (for a double room) with breakfast included. The truth is comes with a full bath. The price is great, and we'll definitely
that the hotel is not bad, although it is quite old, which can be return to this hotel.
clearly seen in its decor (lots of marble and gold) and
outdated furniture. But we were very lucky, because although
we had booked a double room, we were given a sort of
quadruple room. I mean, they were two rooms connected
(although one had no window), each with two 90cm beds.
The bathroom was also quite spacious with a large tub and
double sink. It is a very large hotel, with 326 rooms,
conference rooms, a large conference center, business
center, gym, piano bar, parking for 200 vehicles and a small
shop. The breakfast room 3was
225 070
huge000(they
- Ruealso
du Midi
do 135, Brussels
banquets) 3 222 230 707 - Rue Brabant, 80 - 1210 Bruselas, Brussels
Hotels
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Scandinavia Hotel
Hctor www.mibauldeblogs.com: A good enough hotel
with heating, a fine bathroom, super clean sheets and a room
that just barely passes (47 euros with breakfast). If you have
to pay more look at other things. The neighborhood is Arabic
but like everything the center of Brussels, a little here a little
there, but the rest is full of young women with scarves and
people of all colors. I didn't hear any noises at night and felt
safe. I came in at 20:00 and went to eat at a nearby bar (alast
chicken) and did not die in the attempt (which is not the Bronx
Places to stay in Brussels
in its heyday). The stop is right next Clemenceau.
1. Hotel BLOOM 2. Aris Hotel
3. Hotel Exe Grand Place 4. Renaissance Brussels Hotel, A
Marriott Luxury &...
5. Maxhotel hotel 6. Bed and Brussels hotel
7. 2GO4 Hostel 8. Theater Hotel
9. Hotel La Legende 10. NH Brussels Grand Place Ar...
11. Bedford Hotel & Congress Ce...12. Chao Chow Hotel
Brussels 13. Scandinavia Hotel