This is an absolutely stunning cathedral in the heart of Brussels. If you come in via the train station, this is a very close walk - you can't miss it rising up over the nearby park. There are tons of beautiful stained glass windows and many side chapels and monuments/dedications throughout the building. If you time it right, the sun shining through the windows will leave color splashed all over the stone, which is gorgeous.See more..
4.5Town Hall (Hôtel de Ville)(3.354 reviews) - Impressive Architecture with Great History Tuesday: Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
We took the guided English tour and learned a lot about the building, the city, and the country. The tour guide was the best. He basically told a story with lots of humor and important tidbits to make the tour most enjoyable. The rooms are impressive and one can see the evolution of the building throughout the different centuries. The tour staff is lovely. Very friendly and kind people. The tour lasts about 50 min and well worth the price of admission.See more..
4.5Parc du Cinquantenaire(2.384 reviews) - Impressive celebration of Independence! Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
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.See more..
4.5Notre Dame du Sablon(2.017 reviews) - A gem of 15th-century Gothic architecture in Brussels Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
Dominating the Sablon Square in the center of Brussels, this church was transformed from a chapel into a major gothic church starting in 1436 through the beginning of the 16th century, and truly exemplifies the Brabantine gothic style of architecture.See more..
4.5Guild Houses(999 reviews) - Rows of Baroque guild houses at Grand Place Architectural Buildings
Grand Place in Lower Town of Brussels is probably one of the most beautiful squares in Europe. It is lined with delightful buildings including a fair number of guild houses built in the late 17th-century after the French Bombardment. They are heavily ornamented, ornate gilded facades that are delightful to look at while visiting the Grand Place. Give time to look over each and you will begin to see unique sculptures, symbols and the trade and industry represented by the respective guilds.See more..
The Botanique has become a cultural Centre since 1984. Formally, it was a Botanique garden, with gorgious greenhouses. Nowadays, it still show its wonderful architecture, together with up-to-date concert venues (Orangerie, Rotonde, Witloof Bar ...). Discover our many concerts over the year through our website or visit our galery called Museum, with its 4 or 5 big exhibitions a year (photography, paintings, ...). See more..
4.5Bloemenwerf(8 reviews) - Iconic House, built by most talented Arts and Crafts architect Henry Van de Velde Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings
I am a bit astonished to see Bloemenwerf (Flower site) here on TA, as it seems not to be an open museum or so. The house, built by Art Nouveau artist Henry Van de Velde is so well known it is mentioned on Wikipedia. This listed house has been for sale for a while... hope it has found a loving owner... and meanwhile do look up the many lovely photo's on the interior or this art Nouveau jewel. Lovers of the finest Art deco may also check on the history of Palais Stocklet near Brussels.See more..
5.0Eglise Saint-Augustin(2 reviews) - Rare Art Deco church Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
This rare example of an Art Deco church is situated in one of the greener outskirts of Brussels, nice to visit for those with more time who want to see something beyond the Grand Place and the City centreSee more..
5.0Maison des Arts de Schaerbeek(1 review) - Centre d'expositions situé dans un château urbain du 19eme Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Monuments & Statues
Passez la porte cochère du 147 chaussée de Haecht. Vous vous retrouvez face à un bâtiment invisible depuis la rue, qui date de la période néoclassique. Le jardin arrière, ornée de sculptures, s'admire dans un calme olympien; n'oubliez pas jamais que vous êtes dans un quartier densément peuplé. Si l'Estaminet est ouvert, soyez curieux et poussez la porte de cet endroit charmant, qui sert des produits frais et faits maison. La Maison, restaurée depuis 2017, propose régulièrement des expositions d'art actuel. Mention spéciale à l'attention portée aux arts textiles. La Maison, c'est aussi une atmosphère, que vous comprendrez parfaitement dans le salon du premier, décoré de boiseries néo-Renaissance. Qui rappellent un peu celles de l'hôtel de ville d'Antwerpen (Anvers).See more..
