Brussels

How to Get to Brussels

Brussels is the capital city of Belgium and is easily reachable via train or airplane.

The main airport is Brussels Airport (BRU), but you can easily fly into Paris Airport and take the 1.5hr train ride over to Brussels.

Brussels’ main train station is Brussel-Centraal Station, which is located right in the center of town and is only a 6 minute walk from the main square.

What to Do in Brussels

Brussels is a beautiful city to explore!

Grand Place is the main square in Brussels and is surrounded by cafes & historic buildings dating back to the 14th century, with the Brussels Town Hall at the center.

At Christmastime, there is a large Christmas tree in the center of the square and a gorgeous sound and light show projected on all the buildings. I highly recommend it!

From Grand Place, take a walk along Rue du Marché aux Herbes/Grasmarkt Straat to Rue des Fripiers/Kleerkopersstraat to Rue Neuve. These are the main pedestrian & shopping streets in Brussels.

Rue du Marche is an older street filled with chocolatiers and boutique shops, while Rue Neuve is home to larger modern storefronts such as Zara and H&M.

Interested in more shopping? Stop by Galeries Royales Saint Hubert – an ornate shopping center that offers high-end shops, theaters, and restaurants.

Visit Atomium – the large stainless steel replica of an atom and a well known Belgian landmark. There’s also a park, movie theater, and an IMAX theater there that you can enjoy.

Right nearby, visit Mini Europe! A park full of Europe’s most famous monuments all done in miniature! You can find more information and get tickets here.

Want to see more of Belgium? Take day trips from Brussels to Ghent, Bruges, and Antwerp!

Where to Eat in Brussels

If you are looking for ambience, enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants or cafes at Grand Place!

Two favorite restaurants in Brussels that serve traditional Belgian fare are Le Marmiton & Fin de Siècle.

Vegan/Vegetarian? The Judgy Vegan is as great as it’s name! Recommended by vegans & meat-lovers alike!

Want more options? These restaurants have been rated the Best Restaurants in Brussels according to google reviews.

If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in Brussels, look no further than here.

Where to Stay in Brussels

There are so many great hotel options in Brussels! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere.

If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations in the city, I recommend –

All are fabulous places to stay!

For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.

Weather in Brussels

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The warm season lasts from June to September, with an average daily temperature above 67°F. The hottest month of the year in Brussels is July, with an average high of 72°F and low of 57°F.

The cool season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 48°F. The coldest month of the year in Brussels is January, with an average low of 35°F and high of 42°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in Brussels

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

Visit Atomium – a large atom that you can go inside! There’s also a park, a movie theater, and an IMAX theater there that you can enjoy!

Kids will love Mini Europe! A miniature theme park with reproductions of famous monuments from around Europe!

Visit illusion Brussels, and have fun playing around with the creative illusions!

Have kids that are into cars? Visit Autoworld! See everything from race cars to luxury cars to royal carriages!

Take your kids to get their energy out at the trampoline park Jump XL Brussels!

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