Think of a city and you normally associate it with something. Think of Venice and images of canals flow into your head; imagine Paris and visions of the Eiffel Tower will come streaming into your mind. But Brussels is different. It's hard to pinpoint exactly what Brussels is famous for. The problem is, there are simply too many things to relate it to. This is where you will find Art Nouveau on every second street corner. It's also home to the European Union. Then you've got beer, chocolate, cartoon murals...the list goes on. Just ensure you have enough time to take it all in.
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Download GuideIt was a good place to stay... the only problem is that the female dorms are on other building with a cuple of bathrooms so at morning and night took forever to get in...it was nice to get the room as soon as i get even when was no time to check in
The gritty city of Belgium. Graffiti everywhere! But in a a good way. To me, Brussels seemed REAL. Outside of Grand Place, I didn't feel like I was in a magical, impeccable dream. Instead, I felt like I was in a real city with real people and real history. There is so much history embedded in the streets of this city, that walking around and looking at walls is an experience in itself.
Insider Tip:Check out Grand Place, but don't make that the only stop on your visit. Fork up the euros to go to the Musical Instruments Museum! It's well worth it and a great way to spend a few hours of your afternoon. Listen to a hurdy gurdy and see over 8000 instruments!!
Gran Place and Atomium, as well as churches and parks are in a beauty city. With option of visiting another nearby citys as Bruxes.
Insider Tip:Buy a train travel ticket, which allows you to visit in a day another cities such as Gent and Bruxes. Print a subway map to save time, everything is great in there.
Brussels is a great city with lots of museums and some interesting attractions, but honestly I would come back here for the beer and that's about it. There are so many other larger cities that you would probably enjoy more than Brussels, but everyone's experience is subjective.
Insider Tip:Just google or search on Tripadvisor "best beer in Brussels" for some great places to eat and drink...definitely try the local and world-renowned Trappist beers if you weren't planning on already. Also, if you're pressed for time and might want to see the Atomium, I would spend your time somewhere else in the city. I probably spent as much time on the metro getting to the site as I did walking around the parking lot where it is...ridiculously expensive to go up into the actual building.
I think I had too many expectations about Brussels, because I got very disappointed. Maybe it was the days I was there (Sunday and Monday), or just didn't get good recommendations, but there was nothing really interesting to do. No nightlife, no great sightseeing spots, expensive beer and food. I don't think I'll ever come back to Brussels (unless if it is just a stop on the way to Brugge). Delirium Cafe, with thousands of beer options, is the only thing I strongly recommend to do.
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