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Musee David et Alice van Buuren
Ollie #21 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews

It's located a bit out of the city centre but really worth it. The museum is an Art Deco styled house that once belonged to art lovers David and Alice Van Buuren, and the way they... more »

Attraction type  Art Museums; Specialty Museums
Distance  2.6 miles from city center
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Mont des Arts
As featured in 3 days in Brussels and 1 other guide
Ollie #22 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: Spend the afternoon visiting more than a dozen museums on the Mont des Arts. Visit the BOZAR and the Magritte Museum. When you stop at the Musical...... more » Owner description: Spend the afternoon visiting more than a dozen museums on the Mont des Arts. Visit the BOZAR and the Magritte Museum. When you stop at the Musical Instrument Museum, be sure to take in the views from the MIM's 10th floor restaurant. « less
Attraction type  Neighborhoods; Libraries
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
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Musee du Cinquantenaire
Ollie #23 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums; History Museums
Distance  1.8 miles from city center
Laeken Palace
Ollie #24 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Parks; Gardens
Musee du Cinema
Ollie #25 of 161 attractions in Brussels
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Specialty Museums
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Royal Palace (Palais Royal)
Ollie #26 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 64 reviews
Attraction type  Castles; Historic Sites
Distance  0.7 miles from city center
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Wiels
As featured in Brussels off the beaten path and 1 other guide
Ollie #27 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: WIELS, the Contemporary Art Centre in Brussels, is an experimental and innovative art institution focusing on several major international exhibitions...... more » Owner description: WIELS, the Contemporary Art Centre in Brussels, is an experimental and innovative art institution focusing on several major international exhibitions each year. Located in an old renovated brewery, explore the three floors of exhibits. Stop at the on-site cafe/restaurant for a coffee or brunch. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  2.1 miles from city center
Place du Chatelain
Ollie #28 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Museum of the City of Brussels (Musee de la Ville de Bruxelles)
Ollie #29 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums; Specialty Museums
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Place Ste. Catherine
Ollie #30 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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Mini-Europe
As featured in 3 days in Brussels and 3 other guides
Ollie #31 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 193 reviews
Owner description: DISCOVER EUROPE’S NICEST PLACES ...Europe in a few hours… A unique experience!Mini-Europe is above all an “invitation to travel”. The chimes of Big...... more » Owner description: DISCOVER EUROPE’S NICEST PLACES ...Europe in a few hours… A unique experience!Mini-Europe is above all an “invitation to travel”. The chimes of Big Ben, the gondolas in front of the Doge’s Palace, the Grand-Place in Brussels, the Acropolis ... an animated tour with visual and sound effects along 350 miniatures and attractions recreated down to the smallest detail at the scale 1/25.A fascinating presentation for everyone, not to be missed during your stay in the Capital of Europe! « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
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Bois de la Cambre and Foret de Soignes
Ollie #32 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.6 miles from city center
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Town Hall (Hotel de Ville)
Ollie #33 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites; Government Buildings
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Museum of Ancient Art (Musee d'Art Ancien)
Ollie #34 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: Considered one of Brussels' greatest museums, it houses an extensive collection of works from the Flemish School, featuring a number of masterpieces...... more » Owner description: Considered one of Brussels' greatest museums, it houses an extensive collection of works from the Flemish School, featuring a number of masterpieces by Peter Bruegel. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  0.5 miles from city center
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Cinquantenaire Park (Parc du Cinquantenaire)
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Ollie #35 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Owner description: Planned by King Leopold in the late 19th century, this park holds imposing monuments including the Triumphal Arch, Exposition Halls and the Bordiau...... more » Owner description: Planned by King Leopold in the late 19th century, this park holds imposing monuments including the Triumphal Arch, Exposition Halls and the Bordiau Halls, which house the prestigious Museum of Art and History. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Government Buildings
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Palais Coudenberg
As featured in Brussels off the beaten path and 1 other guide
Ollie #36 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Owner description: For history buffs, the Palais Coudenberg is a not-to-miss Brussels attraction, an underground tour discovering the remains of the palace of Charles V....... more » Owner description: For history buffs, the Palais Coudenberg is a not-to-miss Brussels attraction, an underground tour discovering the remains of the palace of Charles V. Enter Coudenberg the underground archaeological site through the Belvue Museum as it winds under the Place Royale, Rue Royale and some of the buildings around the square. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Atomium
As featured in Brussels for young kids and 1 other guide
Ollie #37 of 161 attractions in Brussels
3.5 of 5 stars 451 reviews

  A seminal totem in the Brussels skyline; neither tower, nor pyramid, a little bit cubic, a little bit spherical, half-way between sculpture and architecture, a relic of the past... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Lookouts; Museums
Distance  3.2 miles from city center
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Parc de Bruxelles
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Ollie #38 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: Walk, jog or bike Brussels' inner city green path, the Parc de Bruxelles. Dotted with classical statues , trees and fountains, the Parc de Bruxelles...... more » Owner description: Walk, jog or bike Brussels' inner city green path, the Parc de Bruxelles. Dotted with classical statues , trees and fountains, the Parc de Bruxelles is an old, formal park that offers views of the Palais Royal and the Palais de la Nation. « less
Attraction type  Parks; Gardens
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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Justice Palace (Palais de Justice)
Ollie #39 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites; Government Buildings
Distance  0.8 miles from city center
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La Monnaie
Ollie #40 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Operas; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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