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Grand-Place
Ranked #1 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Owner description: Considered one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Europe, the ornate Grand Place is the center of Brussels, where many... more » Owner description: 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. « less
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Ranked #2 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Other
Flower carpet making that takes place every two years (next time on 15th August 2012)
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Ranked #3 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Natural History Museums; History Museums
Owner description: Kids can’t enough of dinosaurs, so take to the biggest dinosaur gallery in Europe, the Museum des Sciences Naturelles. Star... more » Owner description: Kids can’t enough of dinosaurs, so take to the biggest dinosaur gallery in Europe, the Museum des Sciences Naturelles. Star attractions include 30 fossilized Iguanodons discovered more than 130 years ago, along with a host of other dinoasaurs guaranteed to fascinate kids of all ages. « less
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Ranked #4 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Speciality Museums

 A fantastic museum, well worth finding. Victor Horta is one of the founders of Art Nouveau. The museum is actually the house that Horta designed and built for himself. It is... more »

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Ranked #5 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Military Museums
Owner description: The Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and of Military History is the perfect stop for history and military enthusiasts.... more » Owner description: The Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and of Military History is the perfect stop for history and military enthusiasts. Located in the two northernmost halls of the Cinquantenaire Park historic complex, the museum collections comprise more than 10 centuries of military and technology history, ranging from suits of armor, antique firearms and swords to armored vehicles and airplanes. Numerous paintings, sculptures, decorations, and military uniforms bring back to life the military history of this area. Admission is free. Closed on Mondays. « less
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Ranked #6 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Speciality Museums
Owner description: As soon as it opened at the end of the 19th century, the luxurious Old England department store earned an excellent... more » Owner description: As soon as it opened at the end of the 19th century, the luxurious Old England department store earned an excellent reputation for its highly distinctive building. The entrance to the building is a jewel of the Art nouveau style while the rest is in perfect harmony with the neoclassical ensemble on the Place Royale, and just around the corner from the Grand Place and Central Station, no less! It's here in this architectural gem that the MIM took up residence in June 2000. The museum's reputation is mainly built on its extraordinary collections. With a wealth of some 7000 instruments, the MIM is currently an internationally renowned instrumental museum. Once inside, you'll embark on a true tour of the musical world. After your trip past the some 1500 pieces on exhibit, the instruments and their history will no longer hold any secrets: from viole da gamba from the Court of Brussels to the 20th century theremin, and even including the African kora! And be sure not to miss our area devoted to the instruments of Adolphe Sax. The MIM is nothing other than a place to experience music. An infrared headphone system allows each visitor to explore the thematic tours to the tune of the melodious sound of the instruments presented. Translation is no problem. Everyone knows that music is a universal language. « less
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Ranked #7 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Art Museums; Speciality Museums

It's located a bit out of the city centre but really worth it. The museum is an Art Deco styled house that once belonged to art lovers David and Alice Van Buuren, and the way they... more »

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Ranked #8 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #9 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites; Government Buildings
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Ranked #10 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Government Buildings
Owner description: Experience the European Parliament as never before. At our Visitors' Centre in Brussels, children and adults alike get to... more » Owner description: Experience the European Parliament as never before. At our Visitors' Centre in Brussels, children and adults alike get to discover in a refreshingly new way more about the institution that represents them.Dynamic, interactive multimedia displays guide our visitors through the journey of European integration and the impact this has on our everyday lives. The Centre caters to all 23 official languages of the European Union and admission is free. The facilities have been designed to make them fully accessible to those with special needs. « less
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Ranked #11 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
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Ranked #12 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Art Museums
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Ranked #13 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Theatres

Marionatte Theatre in the family for apparently eight generations, bit of a tourist trap but the beers are good and there are spooky marionettes all over and even some for sale... more »

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Ranked #14 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Parks; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #15 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Museums
Owner description: A modern museum experience the cartoon otherwise! The Moof (Museum of original figures) immerses you in the third dimension... more » Owner description: A modern museum experience the cartoon otherwise! The Moof (Museum of original figures) immerses you in the third dimension of the ninth art through a unique collection of collectible figurines. Playful and creative, the museum will delight young and old, amateur and connoisseur of comics, best known to most sensitive. Spaces specifically dedicated to manga to American comics and comic Flemish complete the picture more traditional schools and French speaking Belgian.The 9th art 3DSets, made ​​by young artists and students in Brussels for the most part, are wonderful scene in this graphic and colorful. Watch cartoons drawn comics in their original version and see the steps in the adaptation of a comic book to the big screen and small throughout history studios Belvision.A stroll down memory lane, a 45 minute walk through 60 themed windows and with sound. A visit with the family from 3 years to ... « less
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Ranked #16 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Religious Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #17 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Begin the weekend strolling the weekly antique markets on the Place du Grand Sablon.
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Ranked #18 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Other
Owner description: Talk a walking tour of Brussels following the Comic Strip Trail, a 3-mile series of 30 murals painted on building walls.... more » Owner description: Talk a walking tour of Brussels following the Comic Strip Trail, a 3-mile series of 30 murals painted on building walls. Located throughout the city, make it a game to identify the classic Belgian cartoon characters. « less
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Ranked #19 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Shopping centres; Historic Sites
Owner description: Wander through the Les Galeries Saint Hubert, a gorgeous glass roofed arcade in the center of Brussels. Lined with cafes,... more » Owner description: 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. « less
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Ranked #20 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Art Museums
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Ranked #21 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Art Museums; Museums
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Ranked #22 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Speciality Museums
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Ranked #23 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
Owner description: Dominating the Sablon Square in the center of Brussels, this church was transformed from a chapel into a major gothic church... more » Owner description: 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. « less
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Ranked #24 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: For history buffs, the Palais Coudenberg is a not-to-miss Brussels attraction, an underground tour discovering the remains of... more » Owner description: For history buffs, the Palais Coudenberg is a not-to-miss Brussels attraction, an underground tour discovering the remains of the palace of Charles V. Enter Coudenberg the underground archaeological site through the Belvue Museum as it winds under the Place Royale, Rue Royale and some of the buildings around the square. « less
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Ranked #25 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Speciality Museums
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Ranked #26 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #27 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Historic Sites; Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Government Buildings
Owner description: Planned by King Leopold in the late 19th century, this park holds imposing monuments including the Triumphal Arch, Exposition... more » Owner description: 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. « less
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Ranked #28 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: History Museums; Museums
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Ranked #29 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Forests
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Ranked #30 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Category: Art Museums; History Museums
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