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Introducing Brussels


Any tour of Brussels will always begin at Grand Place (Grote Markt), the central square of the city, with its lively atmosphere and colorful architecture. The city's architecture in general is heavily influenced by the elegant lines of the Art Nouveau movement, which makes visiting the museums, palaces and galleries a real treat. The Mini-Europe amusement park is one of the European Union’s most enjoyable venues, where you can get lost in Gulliver's travels and experience the magic of his adventures. If you want to see the city from up high, the Atomium has become one of the icons of the city as host to world fairs and other events, and its top floor is a great spot to gaze out from. The Basilica of the Sacred Heart has an observation deck gallery as well, and is known for its impressive views. Of course, when you go to Belgium, be sure to try some of the country’s most famous dishes, like waffles, chocolate, mussels and French fries with mayonnaise.

Brussels is known for:


History and Art Culinary Romantic

Quick information

NEARBY CITIES
Ghent (56 km)
Antwerp (55 km)
Bruges (100 km)
CURRENCY
Euro (EUR)

COUNTRY CODE
+32

ELECTRIC POWER
E

TIME ZONE
GMT +1

AVG. PRICE OF A COFFEE
N/A

AVG. PRICE OF A MEAL (2 PEOPLE)
N/A

Average Temperature

January
2.8 °C
February
3.3 °C
March
5.6 °C
April
8.9 °C
May
12.8 °C
June
15.6 °C
July
17.2 °C
August
17.2 °C
September
14.4 °C
October
11.1 °C
November
6.1 °C
December
3.3 °C

Brussels airport information

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:

The city center is 15 km away from Brussels Airport (BRU) and you can take trains and express buses to get there. Shuttle buses cost about 10 euros, while number 12 and 21 public buses make the journey for around 4 euros.

Average time from airport: 30-40 minutes

Distance from airport: 15 km

TAXI:

If you want to get to the city center from the airport it'll take between 30 and 45 minutes and cost around 35 euros.

Average taxi price: 35 euros

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