TripSmithBrussels
A curated guide to Brussels, Belgium: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- St Michael & St Gudula Cathedral 4.7★ (24,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Illusiemuseum Brussel 4.7★ (6,000 reviews) · Museum
- Parc du Cinquantenaire 4.6★ (40,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Museum of Illusions Brussels 4.6★ (3,000 reviews) · Museum
- Train World 4.6★ (6,000 reviews) · Rail museum
- Belgium Royal Museums of Fine Arts 4.5★ (10,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Koningsplein - Statue of Godfrey of Bouillon 4.5★ (3,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Royal Belgian institute of Natural Sciences 4.5★ (14,000 reviews) · Museum
Where to eat
- The blue 4.6★ (6,000 reviews) · Restaurant
- Fritzguard 4.6★ (2,000 reviews) · Restaurant
- Delirium | Brussels 4.5★ (26,000 reviews) · Cafe
- My Little Cup 4.7★ (1,000 reviews) · Cafe
- Kaffabar 4.7★ (1,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Corica Grand Place 4.7★ (1,000 reviews) · Coffee store
- BARKBOY 4.7★ (989 reviews) · Coffee shop
- La Pierre Bleue 4.9★ (729 reviews) · Haute French
Where to drink
- Poechenellekelder 4.6★ (4,000 reviews) · Bar
- Delirium Taphouse 4.6★ (3,000 reviews) · Bar
- Downtown Brussels 4.8★ (920 reviews) · Bar
- The Eight Rooftop Cocktail Bar 4.7★ (1,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Chemistry & Botanic's : Cocktail Bar 4.7★ (994 reviews) · Cocktail bar
Where to stay
- Hotel NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon 4.6★ (2,112 reviews) · 4-star hotel
- Sofitel Brussels Europe 4.5★ (2,154 reviews) · 5-star hotel
- The Hotel Brussels 4.5★ (4,144 reviews) · 4-star hotel
- The Dominican 4.4★ (2,455 reviews) · 4-star hotel
- Radisson Collection Hotel, Grand Place Brussels 4.2★ (3,087 reviews) · 5-star hotel
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: St Michael & St Gudula Cathedral
- Afternoon: Museum of Illusions Brussels
- Dinner: The blue
- Nightcap: Poechenellekelder
Day 2
- Morning: Illusiemuseum Brussel
- Afternoon: Train World
- Dinner: Fritzguard
- Nightcap: Delirium Taphouse
Day 3
- Morning: Parc du Cinquantenaire
- Afternoon: Belgium Royal Museums of Fine Arts
- Dinner: Delirium | Brussels
- Nightcap: Downtown Brussels
This is a starting shape — plan your own Brussels trip →
Frequently asked
How many days do you need in Brussels?
With 18 notable sights and 14 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.