Brussels

A compact capital with outsized character, Brussels blends grand historic architecture with a lively, contemporary edge.

At its heart lies the UNESCO-listed Grand Place, surrounded by ornate guildhalls that speak to the city’s mercantile past, while neighbourhoods like Saint-Gilles and Ixelles pulse with independent galleries, cafés and a creative energy. Brussels is also a gastronomic heavyweight – from frites and waffles to refined dining – alongside a world-renowned beer culture and centuries-old chocolate-making tradition.

Where to Stay in Brussels

Juliana Hotel

A striking city-centre stay where bold design, dramatic interiors and a statement spa set the tone

Steigenberger Wiltcher’s

Grand Beaux-Arts landmark on Avenue Louise, pairing old-world glamour with a spa, fine dining and a polished cocktail bar

Hotel Amigo

A Rocco Forte grande dame near the Grand Place, blending Belgian heritage, plush design and refined Italian dining

Hôtel des Galeries

Set within the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, Hotel des Galeries pairs eclectic design with antiques, contemporary touches and a well-regarded in-house brasserie

The Hoxton, Brussels

Occupying a former IBM headquarters in the botanical garden, The Standard Brussels brings bold ’70s-inspired design and vibrant Latin American dining to the city

Juliana Hotel

A striking city-centre stay where bold design, dramatic interiors and a statement spa set the tone

Steigenberger Wiltcher’s

Grand Beaux-Arts landmark on Avenue Louise, pairing old-world glamour with a spa, fine dining and a polished cocktail bar

Hotel Amigo

A Rocco Forte grande dame near the Grand Place, blending Belgian heritage, plush design and refined Italian dining

Hôtel des Galeries

Set within the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, Hotel des Galeries pairs eclectic design with antiques, contemporary touches and a well-regarded in-house brasserie

The Hoxton, Brussels

Occupying a former IBM headquarters in the botanical garden, The Standard Brussels brings bold ’70s-inspired design and vibrant Latin American dining to the city

Where to Eat in Brussels

Anju

Anju delivers standout Korean small plates, from inventive banchan to comforting classics in a lively, K-pop-inspired setting

Barge

Chef Grégoire Gillard crafts inventive, sustainability-driven tasting menus with bold, flavour-forward combinations

Frites Atelier

Chef Sergio Herman elevates Belgian fries with gourmet toppings in a polished, contemporary setting

Humus x Hortense

In Ixelles, Humus x Hortense – Michelin-starred botanical gastronomy with inventive plant-based tasting menus and zero-waste cocktails

Anju

Anju delivers standout Korean small plates, from inventive banchan to comforting classics in a lively, K-pop-inspired setting

Barge

Chef Grégoire Gillard crafts inventive, sustainability-driven tasting menus with bold, flavour-forward combinations

Frites Atelier

Chef Sergio Herman elevates Belgian fries with gourmet toppings in a polished, contemporary setting

Humus x Hortense

In Ixelles, Humus x Hortense – Michelin-starred botanical gastronomy with inventive plant-based tasting menus and zero-waste cocktails

Where to Drink in Brussels

L’Archiduc

A storied Art Deco jazz bar where live music, classic cocktails and old-world glamour come together

Brussels Beer Project

A hip Dansaert taproom pouring inventive brews and Lambics, with cellar tours and a well-stocked shop

Calmos

This cosy bistro-style spot pours natural wines by the glass and is perfect for a laid-back crawl

Arthur Orlans

A glamorous speakeasy where inventive cocktails, eclectic interiors and a laid-back soundtrack set the mood

À la Mort Subite

This timeless city-centre café serves Lambic in a beautifully preserved, old-world setting; for a classic brown bar vibe, try Au Daringman

L’Archiduc

A storied Art Deco jazz bar where live music, classic cocktails and old-world glamour come together

Brussels Beer Project

A hip Dansaert taproom pouring inventive brews and Lambics, with cellar tours and a well-stocked shop

Calmos

This cosy bistro-style spot pours natural wines by the glass and is perfect for a laid-back crawl

Arthur Orlans

A glamorous speakeasy where inventive cocktails, eclectic interiors and a laid-back soundtrack set the mood

À la Mort Subite

This timeless city-centre café serves Lambic in a beautifully preserved, old-world setting; for a classic brown bar vibe, try Au Daringman

What to Do in Brussels

Royal Museums of Fine Arts

A must for art lovers, home to the Magritte Museum and the Fin-de-Siècle Museum

Musée Horta

Step into a masterpiece of Art Nouveau, where Victor Horta’s original interiors showcase the movement at its most expressive

Comic Strip Tour

Dive into Belgium’s comic heritage, then follow the mural-filled comic strip trail through the city’s streets

The Atomium

A futuristic icon of the 1958 World’s Fair, offering panoramic views and a space-age interior

Royal Museums of Fine Arts

A must for art lovers, home to the Magritte Museum and the Fin-de-Siècle Museum

Musée Horta

Step into a masterpiece of Art Nouveau, where Victor Horta’s original interiors showcase the movement at its most expressive

Comic Strip Tour

Dive into Belgium’s comic heritage, then follow the mural-filled comic strip trail through the city’s streets

The Atomium

A futuristic icon of the 1958 World’s Fair, offering panoramic views and a space-age interior

Where to Shop in Brussels

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