8 Days in Brussels: A Journey of Art, History, and Delightful Cuisine

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16 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the charming streets of Brussels. Discover iconic landmarks like the Atomium and St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral. Immerse yourself in the rich history at the Royal Museums of Fine Arts and explore the vibrant culinary scene at local gems like Le Pain Quotidien Sablon. Get ready for a week filled with art, culture, and mouthwatering delights!

Trip to Brussels

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Iconic Marvels and Cosy Bars

$268

$ 17

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Giant stainless steel atom, particles connected by escalators, with exhibitions & views from 92m.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$28

24 - 29 min

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St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels

Belgium's national church, host to royal weddings & funerals, built in the Brabant Gothic style.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Located in front of The Cat on a bike on Rue Montagnes aux Herbes Potageres, Brussels, Belgium. Just 200m from Gare Central in Brussels, this newly opened bar offers an international feel with an extensive cocktail menu with beers and whiskeys from all over the world.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$130

3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$110

Day 2Miniature Worlds and Hidden Treasures

$208

$ 17

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Miniature park with Europe's landmarks created on a scale of 1:25, from Big Ben to the Eiffel Tower.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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Small downtown area on a hill, with a landscaped garden, museums, and notable architecture.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Iconic 17th-century fountain with a bronze statue of small boy, dressed in costume during festivals.

11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$116

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$92

6 - 9 min

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Small museum featuring chocolate-related exhibits & live demonstrations with a master chocolatier.

No time set

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Free

Day 3Science, Galleries, and Gastronomy

$230

$ 22

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Museum of natural history, from minerals to dinosaurs & animal specimens, with hands-on exhibits.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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This ornate shopping center under an arched glass roof offers high-end shops, eateries & theaters.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$110

2 - 3 min

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Situé à 50 mètres de la Grand’ place de Bruxelles et dans les majestueuses Galeries Royales, le restaurant de l’Ogenblik bénéficie d'un des environnements les plus élégants et charmants de Bruxelles Capitale. Le restaurant propose une cuisine de brasserie raffinée et de qualité et ce jusqu'à minuit.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$120

22 - 27 min

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National Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Koekelberg

Vast, cupola-topped, art deco style place of Roman Catholic worship with 2 towers & 2 museums.

No time set

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Free

Day 4Parks, Flavors, and Culinary Delights

$224

$ 17

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Landscaped 19th-century city park with floral gardens & fountains, home to art & military museums.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$16

4 - 5 min

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Lush royal park on site of former hunting ground, with statues, a fountain & outdoor theaters.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Depuis 2013, nous vous proposons un large éventail de produits de qualité:petits-déjeuners dès 7h du matin, soupes du jour, sandwiches de pains artisanaux, charcuteries fines, plats de tous les jours, pâtes fraîches, douceurs et pâtisseries.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$88

8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$120

14 - 21 min

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Church of Our Lady of Victories at the Sablon

This 15th-century Catholic church is known for its baroque chapels & Gothic architecture.

No time set

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Free

Day 5Military History and Gastronomic Pleasures

$244

$ 17

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History

Military museum including equipment through the ages, including 20th-century tanks & medieval armor.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$128

8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$116

Day 6Cars, Palaces, and Seafood Delicacies

$224

$ 22

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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From vintage carriages to iconic racing cars, via presidential limousines in a spacious car museum.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Palace of the constitutional monarchy, with throne & other state rooms open for tours each summer.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$98

3 - 4 min

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Nous sommes une boulangerie et un restaurant belge servant une cuisine simple, saine et de saison. Comme notre nom le suggère nous travaillons avec passion et avec cœur. Nous avons bâti notre succès grâce à notre pain biologique au levain pétri à la main et de manière artisanale...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$126

37 - 45 min

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Moat-encircled 17th-century castle with a redbrick tower, drawbridge & gardens.

No time set

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Free

Day 7Melodies, Art, and Authentic Belgian Cuisine

$196

$ 11

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Art nouveau museum with exhibits including traditional & mechanical instruments & a concert hall.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Chronologically organized art museum with works by René Magritte & artifacts exploring his life.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Au Vieux Saint Martin depuis 1968 Spécialités belges Ouvert 7j/7 à partir de 10h. Cuisine ouverte non-stop de 12h à 24h tous les jours sauf les dimanches et jours fériés à 23h. Terrasse chauffée ouverte toute l’année – Parking aisé.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$98

1 - 2 min

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Chic et contemporaine, Lola vit au cœur du Sablon, un des plus beaux quartiers de Bruxelles. Un restaurant brasserie dont la cuisine témoigne du goût de son temps. Faite d’histoires de saison, elle flatte davantage les papilles des habitués que l’ego d’un cuisinier.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$98

Day 8Majestic Squares and Artistic Masterpieces

$224

$ 11

ibis Brussels Centre Gare Midi

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Huge city square completely encircled by elegant historic buildings dating back to the 14th century.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Complex of museums with over 20,000 works tracing the history of painting, sculpture & drawing.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$98

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$126

Budget breakdown: $1948 In total

Activities & Food:$1818

Transport:$130