You are here: Home > Travel Information > Destination Guides Text size A A A See what people from around the world are saying about cities we fly to and from usembbrussels: The US Embassy Brussels Daily is out! http://t.co/XdN2Oec7 a minute ago SimonBlah: Off to Brussels and its good to see the French border staff at St Pancras trying to keep up with their UK counterparts for queue length! 2 minutes ago _cypherpunks_: RT @JLLLOW: Brussels wants e-identities for EU citizens http://t.co/wOZ3WRgF U.S version: http://t.co/z4ov2ToF 2 minutes ago World / Europe / Belgium / Brussels | Overview | Fast Facts | Arrive | See | Eat | Sleep | Connect The Belgian capital is also famous for its fine dining, its chocolate and its dazzling choice of speciality beers. Brussels is also often considered to be the de facto capital of the European Union, having a long history of hosting many of its commissions and councils. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Currency Euro Address: Post Code: Tel No: Visa Requirements No visa required for EU nationals, Canadians, Americans or Australians Address: Post Code: Tel No: Language French, Flemish Address: Post Code: Tel No: Timezone GMT +1 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Weather Warm summers, cold humid winters Address: Post Code: Tel No: Dialling Code 00 32 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Electricity 220V European two-pin plugs are standard Address: Post Code: Tel No: Health and Safety EU citizens should apply for a European Health Insurance Card before departure, which entitles them to free or reduced cost treatment in all EU countries. This only covers emergency treatment so comprehensive travel and medical insurance are strongly advised Address: Post Code: Tel No: Flights to Brussels touch down at Brussels Airport. Trains to the city centre (€2.90) depart every 15 minutes and take 30 minutes. Taxis (€35) are readily available and journey time is around 30 minutes. Brussels has an excellent metro, tram and bus system, and most sites in the centre can easily be reached on foot. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Grand Place Grand Place: One of the best preserved baroque squares in Europe, Grand Place is lined with elegant 14th-century guildhalls, topped by ornate gilded statues. At 44 Rue au Beurre, you'll find Galler, one of the best chocolatiers in Belgium. Close by is the famous statue of the Manneken Pis (corner of Rue de l'Étuve), often adorned with a seasonal costume. Further north, the Galerie de la Reine and Galerie du Roi are beautiful 19th-century arcades with numerous cafes and shops. Address: Grand Place Square Post Code: Tel No: Musical Instruments Museum The Musical Instruments Museum This charming gallery exhibits and plays a huge range of instruments from all over the world. The café on the fifth floor has one of the best views of Brussels. Address: rue Montagne de la Cour 2 Post Code: Tel No:00 32 2 545 01 30 The Atomium The Atomium: To get a glimpse of the modern face of the city, take the 94 tram ride to the Atomium and see the recently refurbished huge statue of an atomic structure built for the 1958 Expo. Address: Atomium square Post Code:B-1020 Tel No:00 32 2 475 47 77 Quick Lunch - Restaurant Bocconi The Restaurant Bocconi in Hotel Amigo serves excellent food in a cosy atmosphere. Address: Rue de l'Amigo Post Code: Tel No:00 32 2 547 4747 Top Table - Comme chez Soi To taste some of the best French cuisine in the world, book a table at Comme chez Soi. The food, the excellent service and the impressive wine cellar will satisfy the most demanding connoisseur. Address: 23 place Rouppe Post Code: Tel No:00 32 2 512 29 21 Cheap Eat - Le Pain Quotidien All of the Le Pain Quotidien cafes, dotted throughout the city, serve large open tartines of bread baked on the premises, and bowls of coffee or hot chocolate at reasonable prices. Address: Throughout the City Post Code: Tel No:+32 2 646 06 93 On Business - Crowne Plaza Brussels City Centre Centrally located and close to the Eurostar terminal at the Gare du Midi in Place Rogier, the Crowne Plaza Brussels City Centre hotel has everything the business professional might need, from secretarial services to conference rooms. Book now Address: Rue Gineste 3 Post Code:1210 Tel No: Lap Of Luxury - Manos Premier hotel The Manos Premier hotel offers visitors the character and charm of a private, yet luxurious Brussels home. Complete with its own hammam, the hotel has private walled gardens but is located close to the bustling Avenue Louise area with its many deluxe boutiques and restaurants. Book now Address: Chaussee De Charleroi 100-106 Post Code:1060 Tel No: Cheap Sleep - Hotel Welcome The wacky Hotel Welcome is a short walk from Grand Place and offers arty décor and charm at very reasonable prices. Book now Address: Place St Catherine Post Code: Tel No: Coffee And Chat - La Cremerie de la Vache La Cremerie de la Vache (6 Rue Jaques Stas, close to Avenue Louise) is well-located, quiet and offers an excellent selection of light snacks and coffee. Address: 6 Rue Jaques Stas close to Avenue Louise Post Code: Tel No: Formal Presentation - NCI offices NCI offices (00 32 2 535 75 11) has a selection of premises throughout the capital. Its Louise Tower location features 60 fully-equipped offices and a choice of six meeting rooms. Address: Louise Tower, Avenue Louise 149/24 Post Code:1050 Tel No:00 32 2 535 75 11 Evening Drinks - Belga Queen The beer bar at the Belga Queen (Graslei 10, 00 32 9 280.01 00) is ultra glam with a downstairs cigar lounge and more than 500 beers on tap. Address: Graslei 10 Post Code: Tel No:00 32 9 280.01 00 Print City guides Brussels Flights Book flights to Brussels now Lowest fares Departure airport -please select- Aberdeen (Dyce) Belfast City Dublin East Midlands Edinburgh Glasgow Leeds Bradford London Heathrow Manchester Norwich
