Things to Do in Brussels
Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Brussels, Belgium — 2026 traveler picks.
Top places to see
Grand Place + Manneken Pis
UNESCO Grand Place is one of Europe's most beautiful squares. 4-min walk to the tiny Manneken Pis statue. Free, busiest at lunchtime.
Belgian beer + chocolate tour
Order a Trappist beer at Delirium Café (1,000+ beers on menu) + visit Pierre Marcolini for fine chocolate. Both walking distance from Grand Place.
EU Quarter + Parlamentarium
Free EU Parliament visitor centre (€0 + ID). Closer to BRU than centre — good for short layovers. 1 hour inside.
Atomium (1958 World Fair landmark)
Iconic 102m-tall steel sculpture from the 1958 Expo. €16 entry to top. Best for 6+ hour layovers + photo enthusiasts.
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Things to do in Brussels
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Tours, tickets & day trips
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Belgian frites at Friterie Tabora (Grand Place) — €4 with mayo + andalouse sauce. Mussels-and-frites at any Brasserie. Triple chocolate waffle at Maison Dandoy.
Local tip
BRU is 12km from centre — SNCB trains run 6 times/hour, taking just 17 min for €11.90. The station is inside the terminal. Brussels evening traffic 17:00-19:00 can delay taxis significantly — train is always more reliable.
Where to stay
Hotels across Brussels — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.