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3-Day Adventure in Brussels: Exploring the Royal Palace, Grand Place, and More

Alejandra Castrillón Arboleda

Alejandra Castrillón Arboleda

18 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 3-day journey through the enchanting city of Brussels. Discover the majestic Royal Palace, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Place, and indulge in delicious meals at iconic establishments like Hard Rock Cafe and L'Express.

Trip to Brussels

Day 1
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$132

Bouche
Specialty coffee - Fine food - Great people
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$38
5 - 8 min

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Royal Palace of Brussels
Palace of the constitutional monarchy, with throne & other state rooms open for tours each summer.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Mont des Arts
Small downtown area on a hill, with a landscaped garden, museums, and notable architecture.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Grand Place
Huge city square completely encircled by elegant historic buildings dating back to the 14th century.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Hard Rock Cafe (Hard Rock Cafe Brussel)
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$52
4 - 5 min

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L'Express
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 2
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$96

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$ 6

Defreyne Jos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
9 - 11 min

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Mini-Europe
Miniature park with Europe's landmarks created on a scale of 1:25, from Big Ben to the Eiffel Tower.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Atomium
Giant stainless steel atom, particles connected by escalators, with exhibitions & views from 92m.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Le Cuneo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
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Le Cuneo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 3
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$104

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$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
8 - 12 min

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Parc du Cinquantenaire
Landscaped 19th-century city park with floral gardens & fountains, home to art & military museums.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Museum of Natural Sciences
Museum of natural history, from minerals to dinosaurs & animal specimens, with hands-on exhibits.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Le Mangeoire Maison Gourmande
Café - Epicerie Fine
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$44
8 - 12 min

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Parc de Bruxelles
Lush royal park on site of former hunting ground, with statues, a fountain & outdoor theaters.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Basils
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36

Budget breakdown: $349 In total

Activities & Food:$332
Transport:$17