Autoworld
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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More than 250 vehicles cover the story of the automobile history since its early days. One zone is dedicated to sports and racing cars, while "Belgium at Autoworld" tells the love story between Belgium and the automobile industry. A different themed temporary exhibition is organized every 2-3 months! Discover this museum in the Southern Hall of the Cinquantenaire in Brussels, one of the most beautiful architectural buildings of Belgium. Autoworld, more than a museum!
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ANAS KHATIB
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Solo
fantastic place for car enthusiasts. can spend 4-5 hours to enjoy the exhibition. not many people in the morning, so can enjoy more
Written January 30, 2023
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hans-jaguar
Santa Comba Dao, Portugal21,657 contributions
Dec 2022
We went for a visit of the “Autoworld” mseum which is a private museum that rents its buildings from the community. Its passionate and experienced staff are committed to making Autoworld a leading location in both the automobile and events sector, that draws its legitimacy from its rich history. Autoworld was built on the extensive and well preserved car collection of the Mahy family, one of the largest in the world. Founder Ghislain Mahy (1907-1999) who was a passionate mechanic from a young age and went on to restore dozens of cars throughout his life. Together with his sons Hans and Ivan, he built a collection of about 1000 vehicles, amongst which you can find many Belgian brands such as Minerva, Germain, FN, Imperia, Fondu, Vivinus, Nagant, Belga-Rise and Miesse. When the Autoworld museum was established in 1986, it incorporated 200 automobiles from the Mahy collection. WE can more than warmly recommend a visit of this museum, and across this museum you have the “Military Museum”, so you visit both in a few steps.
Written January 28, 2023
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Bethany Conlon
Liverpool, UK11 contributions
A really good exhibition. Would recommend to anyone staying in Brussels. Suitable for all. Spent the afternoon here and really enjoyed
Written January 24, 2023
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Ellen D
Greater London, UK7 contributions
Jan 2023
fantastic place My husband and i really enjoyed our visit here it brought back many memories and seen things we had never seen before.
Written January 5, 2023
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Graham S
Oxford, UK80 contributions
I was very impressed with this collection. It’s main focus is cars manufactured in Belgium of which, as a life long petrol head, I am ashamed to say, I had been unaware.
It is set in an airy well lit exhibition hall. Each exhibit is written up in Flemish, French and English. We spent three hours there and really enjoyed the restaurant at the end.
It is set in an airy well lit exhibition hall. Each exhibit is written up in Flemish, French and English. We spent three hours there and really enjoyed the restaurant at the end.
Written December 15, 2022
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Lucian M
Constanta, Romania2,440 contributions
Jun 2022
Autoworld, a museum dedicated to motor vehicles, is also open on Monday, which is less common for many museums. The Autoworld Museum tells visitors the story of cars, but also of motorcycles, as well as their evolution. It is arranged in one of the wings of the complex in the Parc du Cinquantenaire.
The museum was created on the basis of the outstanding collection held by the Mahy family. Among the models donated to the museum there are many cars of Belgian companies that I have not even heard of: Minerva, Germain, FN, Imperia, Fondu, Vivinus, Nagant, Belga-Rise, Miesse.
In the museum I had only one problem: I did not know what not to photograph. As a result, I photographed until the battery of the camera left me off ... then I switched to the smartphone.
The people at the museum had a special idea, that of linking certain types of cars to the life of rock stars and created a collection: "Cars and Rock 'N Roll". That's how I learned very interesting things about Ringo Starr, David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Elton John, Madonna, Marc Bolan, Robert Plant and the cars they drove successfully, or with less success, during their lifetime.
The museum's collection is quite remarkable and who likes such "toys" should visit the museum.
The museum was created on the basis of the outstanding collection held by the Mahy family. Among the models donated to the museum there are many cars of Belgian companies that I have not even heard of: Minerva, Germain, FN, Imperia, Fondu, Vivinus, Nagant, Belga-Rise, Miesse.
In the museum I had only one problem: I did not know what not to photograph. As a result, I photographed until the battery of the camera left me off ... then I switched to the smartphone.
The people at the museum had a special idea, that of linking certain types of cars to the life of rock stars and created a collection: "Cars and Rock 'N Roll". That's how I learned very interesting things about Ringo Starr, David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Elton John, Madonna, Marc Bolan, Robert Plant and the cars they drove successfully, or with less success, during their lifetime.
The museum's collection is quite remarkable and who likes such "toys" should visit the museum.
Written November 15, 2022
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Lori M
California1,113 contributions
Oct 2022
tons of gorgeous cars, old and new. they could have done a much better job with the audio tour, it was disjointed and there was too much info all over the place. the app didn't match the physical signs so it was confusing. great info but I would have liked to have it in written format too. we enjoyed our visit! also nice because it's open on Mondays and most other museums are closed.
Written October 30, 2022
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Connor M
Glasgow, UK156 contributions
Oct 2022
I really enjoyed this museum. I liked how open and spacious it was, the variety of cars, the feeling of history and how it changes before your eyes. Luxurious cars all over, and just how much of a journey it all is. Really happy.
Written October 30, 2022
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Travelfun001
Toronto, Canada3,319 contributions
Oct 2022
It was a rainy Monday so we decided to visit this museum. It was a great way to spend about 90 minutes. When we visited there were a number of Ferrari's on display in celebration of their 75th anniversary. Even without these there's a great collection of cars and motorcycles on display.
It wasn't very busy when we were here. It's a great change from the art and history museums we usually see when we're in Europe. There's a small restaurant/coffee shop on site.
It wasn't very busy when we were here. It's a great change from the art and history museums we usually see when we're in Europe. There's a small restaurant/coffee shop on site.
Written October 27, 2022
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Audrey F
kirkcaldy,scotland436 contributions
Oct 2022
Really enjoyed our visit here. So many cars to see. The backgrounds and themes add to the overall experience. Got some really nice photos. Great value for money.
Written October 27, 2022
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Elisabetta
Macerata, Italy35 contributions
Salve, volevo sapere quanto durava una visita del museo
Veronica A
Segovia, Spain43 contributions
Cuanto tiempo se tarda en recorrer el museo?
Sidibear
Birmingham, UK176 contributions
You can easily take an hour wandering around. You can wander around at your own pace.
Cosmicgill
Bolton, UK43 contributions
Hi, is the autoworld museum very busy, do you have to book in advance?
Goldenboy943
Kingston-upon-Hull, UK214 contributions
Not busy at all it’s the best car museum I have been to.
Philip S
2 contributions
Y a t’il une consigne à bagages ?
Eduardo Siqueira Francisco
Sao Paulo, SP728 contributions
There is no luggage storage.
Autoworld (Brussels) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Autoworld
- Autoworld is open:
- Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Autoworld admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $14.11, while a popular guided tour starts around $5.00 per person. See all 4 Autoworld tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- Autoworld can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 4 Autoworld tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Autoworld:
- (0.34 mi) Living in Brusel, Urban B&B
- (0.20 mi) A Cote du Cinquantenaire
- (0.19 mi) Best Western Plus Park Hotel Brussels
- (0.55 mi) Sofitel Brussels Europe
- (0.55 mi) Aloft Brussels Schuman
- Restaurants near Autoworld:
- (0.04 mi) Autoworld Brasserie
- (0.10 mi) Sky Café
- (0.11 mi) Midi Cinquante
- (0.22 mi) Hanoi Station
- (0.17 mi) Ellinikon
- Attractions near Autoworld:
- (0.07 mi) Art & History Museum
- (0.11 mi) Maison Cauchie
- (0.14 mi) Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and of Military History
- (0.10 mi) La tour de Tournai
- (0.11 mi) Arcades du Cinquantenaire