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Brussels

Belgium
Grand squares, comic walls and serious chocolate
From UK
1h 05min
Airport โ†’ City
12 km / 20-30 min
Day Budget
GBP 80-130
1h 05min
Flight Time
From London
12 km
Airport Distance
~20 min to centre
EUR
Currency
Euro
24 C
Summer
Mild city weather
GBP 80-130
Day Budget
Mid-range traveller
May-Sep
Best Time
Terraces and events
Type C/E
Power Plugs
230V ยท UK adapter needed

What to see & do

Grand Place
Gold-gilded guildhalls
Parc de Bruxelles
Central green breathing space
Royal Galleries
19th-century shopping arcades
EU Quarter
Modern civic district
Sablon
Chocolate, antiques and cafes

From airport to city

BRU
Brussels Airport
Gateway to the city
Brussels Airport offers quick rail links to Bruxelles-Central and other city stations.
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Train
Direct to Bruxelles-Central
20 min
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Taxi
Approx. GBP 35-45
25-35 min
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Bus
Airport line to EU Quarter
30 min

Where to eat

Fin de Siecle
Belgian
Classic

Generous Belgian comfort dishes and beer pairings in a bustling dining room.

Noordzee Mer du Nord
Seafood
Street Counter

Stand-up seafood bar loved for fresh shellfish and fish soups.

Le Chou de Bruxelles
Belgian
Moules

Reliable local spot for mussels and classic brasserie cooking.

Maison Dandoy
Bakery
Speculoos

Historic bakery for buttery biscuits and refined Belgian waffle stops.

Nua
Modern
Trendy

Creative small plates and good natural wine selection near the centre.

Chez Leon
Brasserie
Institution

Long-running central venue best known for mussels, fries and lively atmosphere.

Experiences

Grand Place Visit
Historic
Free
1 hr

Start with Brussels' most ornate square before nearby lane-hopping.

Magritte Museum
Art
GBP 13
1.5 hrs

Strong collection tracing the surrealist master's life and works.

Comic Strip Route
Street Art
Free
2 hrs

Walk mural-lined streets celebrating Tintin and Belgian comics heritage.

Atomium
Landmark
GBP 14
1.5 hrs

Futurist icon with exhibitions and elevated city views.

Chocolate Tasting Tour
Food Tour
GBP 35
2 hrs

Guided tasting through artisan chocolatiers in central districts.

Cantillon Brewery
Brewery
GBP 8
1 hr

Traditional lambic brewery museum with tastings of sour Belgian beers.

Accommodation

Premium GBP 320+/night
Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo

Top-tier central luxury moments from Brussels' iconic square.

Grand Place location
Luxury service
Italian dining
Mid-Range GBP 95-150/night
Motel One Brussels

Modern and consistent option between old town and EU quarter.

Central
Design lounge
Good value
Budget GBP 45-90/night
MEININGER Bruxelles City Center

Budget-friendly converted factory with good tram and metro links.

Canal location
Family-friendly
Shared kitchen

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