based on 8 experiences
I recently travelled to Brussels alone and I loved it! I felt really safe, the hostel was great and there was plenty to do! Plus, I loved belgium waffles and belgian chocolate. I took a walking tour which was brilliant and showed me all the best historic sites, and gave brilliant recommendations for where to eat etc.
For sight seeing I recommend Queen galleries, sablon, royal palace, mont des arts (where you have nice musuems close by, I recommend to go see at least from the outside the museum of instruments and the bozar musuem, that are in beautiful buildings). For drinks and brewery delirium is a good popular choice and is really in the center and old narrow streets, the brussel beer project is nice too. For cocktails the vertigo is nice bar down from the Sablon (area where you can get a lot of chocolates) and is in old and quite unique building. Around the Halles St Gery there are nice bars and the atmosphere is quite festive usually. Around the "parvis de Saint gilles" there are a lot of nice bars and restaurants, I personnally like the "ce piace", and not far from that a nice brunch place is "le petit mercado". The "place de jeu de balles" is also nice, it has a flee market, lots of antics, bars and restaurants, its nice to wander around in the streets and you can walk a bit in the neighbourhood and go in front of pieter bruegels (an old famous painter) house and go see the palace of justice by going with an elevator and have a view of the city. Another area that is nice and quite lively is place Flagey, you can go to get fries on the place and then have a drink at the Belga for example, and if you walk a bit follow the ponds of ixelles and go to the abbaye de la cambre and walk in the parc around.
Things to do: - Explore Grand Place - Lunch (bao buns) - Galerie du Roi - St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral - Mont des Arts (view!) - Parc du Bruxelles - Royal Palace of Brussels - Shopping (Rue Neuve) - Brunch at Maison Dandoy (Royal Gallery of St Hubert) - Try special frites (chips with ketchup, mayo and onions) - Notre Dame Sablon - Palais du Justice view point (see the Atomium in the distance) - Manneken Pis - Souvenir shopping - Haagen Daaz ice cream cafe
Mini Europe is cool, the atominon building is really cool, have a meal in the top sphere. Downtown is great, lots of places to get good food, lots of chocolate, be sure to get the fries with the dipping sauces.
Things to do: - Visit Grand Place - Visit the Atomium - Take a free walking tour - Take a picture with Manneken Pis - Visit Galeries Royales - Enjoy the view at Mont Des Arts Food: Try Belgian waffles, fries and chocolate. Safety: Perfectly safe city. Recommendations: Brussels is beautiful, with excellent food and drink, but quite boring.
Things to do: - Book a chocolate making class - Go up the Atomium - Visit the Royal Palace of Brussels - Explore the Grand Place - Tour the EU Headuarters - Visit St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral - See the Manneken Pis - Explore Cinquantenaire Park Safety: I was there in August and felt perfectly safe Recommendations: Brussels is beautiful, but it's a huge city with lots of walking involved.
Things to do: - Grand Place - Atomium - Manneken Pis - Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium - Royal Palace of Brussels - Parc du Cinquantenaire - St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral - Mini-Europe - Musical Instruments Museum Safety: Felt perfectly safe. Recommendations: Brussels is gorgeous and fun.The architecture is great and the chocolate and waffles are delicious.
For Brussels I really recommend the Lace Museum, the Comic Strips Museum and the Chocolate Museum. Also walking around the old town and seeing Manneken Pis are a must. There is also a museum in the main square where you can see different outfits for Manneken Pis for different occasions, it's really cool!
Yes, Brussels is generally safe for solo female travelers. However, as with any city, it is important to take precautions and be aware of your surroundings. Be sure to avoid walking alone at night, and keep your valuables close to you.
Yes, Brussels is a great destination for solo travelers. The city is generally safe and easy to navigate, and there are plenty of attractions and activities to keep you busy. There are also plenty of cafes, restaurants, and bars where you can meet other travelers and locals.
Yes, Brussels can be expensive for solo travelers. Prices for accommodation, food, and transportation can be higher than in other cities. However, there are ways to save money, such as staying in hostels or Airbnb apartments, eating at budget restaurants, and taking public transportation.
Visit the Grand Place
The Grand Place is the main square of Brussels and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is surrounded by beautiful buildings and is a great place to explore.
Visit the Royal Palace
The Royal Palace of Brussels is the official residence of the King and Queen of Belgium. It is open to the public and offers guided tours.
Explore the Manneken Pis
The Manneken Pis is a famous bronze statue of a little boy peeing. It is a popular tourist attraction and a great photo opportunity.
Visit the Atomium
The Atomium is a giant model of an iron crystal, built for the 1958 World’s Fair. It is now a museum and a great place to explore.
Take a Tour
There are many guided tours available in Brussels, from walking tours to food tours. This is a great way to explore the city and learn more about its history and culture.
Visit the Museums
Brussels has many great museums, from the Royal Museums of Fine Arts to the Magritte Museum. There is something for everyone.
Shop at the Markets
Brussels has many great markets, from the flea market at Place du Jeu de Balle to the food market at Place du Chatelain.
Enjoy the Nightlife
Brussels has a vibrant nightlife, with many bars, clubs, and restaurants. It is a great place to explore and have fun.
Yes, Brussels is generally safe to travel alone. However, as with any destination, it is important to take precautions to ensure your safety. Be aware of your surroundings, avoid walking alone at night, and keep your valuables secure.
Yes, Brussels is generally safe at night. However, as with any city, it is important to be aware of your surroundings and take precautions to ensure your safety. Avoid walking alone in unfamiliar areas, and be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas.