Brussels, Belgium

15 Best Things to Do in Brussels

The sights travelers rate highest in Brussels, with what makes each worth your time.

Order reflects review volume from real travelers, out of 34 tracked Brussels places. Refreshed monthly.

  1. Delirium

    SightFree entry

    Delirium is a renowned beer bar located in a narrow alley (Impasse de la Fidelité) in central Brussels.

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  2. Jeanneke Pis

    LandmarkFree entry

    Jeanneke Pis is one of Brussels' quirkiest little curiosities, a small bronze fountain-statue of a young girl squatting and, like her far more famous counterpart Manneken Pis, relieving herself.

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  3. The Best of Brussels - Chocolate Beer Waffle Whiskey (ALL-IN-ONE) Tour

    Landmark

    The Best of Brussels - Chocolate Beer Waffle Whiskey (ALL-IN-ONE) Tour is a top-rated food and drink experience that immerses visitors in Belgium's culinary delights.

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  4. Les Bulles a Flotter Bruxelles

    Sight

    Les Bulles a Flotter Bruxelles is a wellness center in the heart of Brussels that specializes in floatation therapy.

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  5. Macho Sauna

    Sight

    Macho Sauna is a well-established gay sauna located in the heart of Brussels, just off the Grand Place.

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  6. BOA Karaoke Room

    Sight

    BOA Karaoke Room is a hidden gem on Rue du Marche au Charbon in the heart of Brussels, perfect for groups seeking a fun and private singing session.

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  7. Church of Notre-Dame de Bon Secours

    Religious siteFree entry

    The Church of Notre-Dame de Bon Secours (Onze-Lieve-Vrouw van Goede Bijstand) is a hidden gem in Brussels' bustling city center, located on Rue du Marche Au Charbon.

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  8. Quartier de L'Ilot Sacre

    LandmarkFree entry

    Quartier de L'Ilot Sacre is a historic neighborhood in the heart of Brussels, often referred to as the 'Sacred Island' due to its location on a former island in the Senne River.

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  9. BrewSpot

    SightFree entry

    BrewSpot is a welcoming craft beer bar located on Impasse De La Fidelite in the Ixelles area of Brussels.

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  10. Place du Trone

    LandmarkFree entry

    Place du Trône (Troonplein in Dutch) is a notable square in Brussels' European Quarter, situated at the intersection of Rue de la Loi and Rue Belliard.

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  11. Bloody Louis

    SightFree entry

    Bloody Louis is an unusual public art installation located on Avenue Louise in Brussels, Belgium. The sculpture depicts a figure with a striking red stain, evoking a sense of shock or curiosity.

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  12. Ethnic Cafe Bar

    SightFree entry

    Ethnic Cafe Bar is a lively eatery located just steps from Brussels' iconic Grand Place, on Avenue Louise.

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  13. De Vaartkapoen

    LandmarkFree entry

    De Vaartkapoen is a whimsical bronze statue in the Sint-Jans-Molenbeek district of Brussels, created by artist Tom Frantzen in 1985.

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  14. Elisabeth Chocolatier (Louise)

    MarketFree entry

    Elisabeth Chocolatier (Louise) is a refined chocolate shop situated on Brussels' prestigious Avenue Louise, offering a curated selection of artisanal Belgian chocolates.

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  15. Au Laboureur

    Sight

    Au Laboureur is a classic Belgian brasserie located in the heart of Brussels, on the Rue de Flandre in the city's historic center.

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3 hidden gems in Brussels

Like De Vaartkapoen and Elisabeth Chocolatier (Louise), loved by reviewers, skipped by tour groups.

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11 free things to do in Brussels

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