Things to Do in Brussels

Brussels is home to over 1,000 cafés serving Belgian beer, with more than 220 unique Belgian beer styles produced across the country.

The Grand Place, one of Europe's most ornate squares, was almost completely destroyed by French bombardment in 1695 but was meticulously reconstructed within a few decades.

Brussels speaks two official languages—Dutch and French—creating a unique bilingual culture rare among major European capitals.

The city sits on the Senne River, which was mostly covered over and buried underground during the 19th century as part of urban development.

Belgium produces over 220,000 tonnes of chocolate annually, and Brussels has been a chocolate capital since the 17th century when cocoa first arrived via trade routes.

The Atomium, built for the 1958 World's Fair, is made of stainless steel spheres connected by tubes and has become Brussels' most iconic modern landmark.