How to spend 2 days in Brussels?
To help you navigate Brussels we’ve put together this list of 18 of the most popular visitor attractions that will leave you feeling like a true bruxellois after only a weekend.
Day 1: Brussels Lower Town
Lower Town is the old part of Brussels and a district of broad streets, narrow terraced townhouses, cobbled paths and mysterious alleyways. Attractions to add to your list include:
Situated in the Grand Place, this is a landmark building in Brussels
This gothic style building houses the Brussels City Museum
Did you know that the Mannken Pis has over 1000 outfits?
Brussels is known around the world for its street art
A Catholic church with gorgeous Victorian interiors. The square near the church is extremely lively and has a lot of restaurants.
The building is designed by the famous Belgian architect - Victor Horta
There are usually concerts or various exhibitions taking place near the Atomium. Be sure to check them out!
Every spring, the Royal Greenhouses of Laeken are open to the public for 3 weeks. It is an excellent opportunity to see the wonderful architecture of Alphonse Balat.
In the center of a gallery with nine bays, each symbolizing one of the nine former Belgian provinces, is a sculpture of King Leopold I
Day 2: Brussels Upper Town
For the second day of our weekend in Brussels you can visit the upmarket Upper Town with its affluent districts, designer stores, government offices and trendy bars. Choose from the following for day two:
A tranquil park with secluded little leafy clearings, a bandstand, a theatre, two fountains and a few kiosks serving refreshments
Although The Royal Palace of Brussels is the official palace of the King and Queen of the Belgians, the current King and Queen live in the Royal Palace of Laeken in northern Brussels.
The 1200 most interesting instruments are assembled in 4 galleries, enhanced by images, sound and text panels
Situated on the North-South axis that connects the lower part of the city with the upper, the Mont des Arts has had quite an eventful history
A medieval Roman Catholic cathedral in central Brussel
Be sure to attend an antiques market in the area over the weekend!
Did you know that Brussels is the capital of the EU?
The park was built in 1880 for the 50th anniversary of the independence of Belgium. The broad pathways lead to the Pavilion of Human Passions designed by Victor Horta, the Royal Museum of the Armed Forces & Military History, the Royal Museums of Art and History and to Autoworld.
Discover over 250 European and American vintage automobiles from the late 19th century to the 20th century
Now that the weekend has been planned out the only question that remains is - where will you stay? We suggest moving your short city break to another level – literally, with a stay at The Hotel Brussels. Our fabulous 4-star sky-high hotel in the Louise/Louiza fashion district of Brussels from which you can gase across the magnificent skyline of the EU capital from one of our sumptuous rooms or suites.
Look after your wellness with a little self-indulgent pampering in the 23rd floor Urban Spa. Here you can also work up a sweat in the fully equipped gym, before hitting steam room with its birds-eye views of the city.
Gourmet dining in The Iris Restaurant is an experience of authenticity and passion, using the freshest of fresh, locally sourced and seasonal produce. You can also enjoy a drink with friends in the Iris Bar and Lounge before setting off to explore a little more of beautiful Brussels.
