Half en half is a typical drink from Brussels. Invented in the late 1930ies, this festive drink is served in a champagne glass and contains 50% white wine and 50% champagne. When you visit the Belgian capital for the first time or guide your visiting friends around, this is one of the unique things...
One of our favorite Summer activities in Brussels is hanging out with friends in a rooftop bar. There is no better way to enjoy a sunny day than by taking in a beautiful view over the city with a cocktail in hand. Brussels has some nice rooftop bars where you can do exactly that. You'll find them all in the list below!
Steps from L’Athenée, STAM is a authentic Brussels bar situated on a pleasant little square, overlooked by the old, slightly battered buildings which feature in this part of Ixelles. When we are in the area, we love going there to have a beer in the evening.
Le Cercueil is French for ‘coffin’ and the name of one of Brussels’ quirkiest bars situated just off Grand Place. The façade featuring a skeleton on a broom already hints that there’s something weird to be discovered here. Feeling intrigued? Walk in through the dark and somewhat creepy corridor le...
Nothing says weekend like the simplicity of waking up late to a feast of good food. Of course, it would be a downer if you’d still have to research the countless brunch options to choose from, so we’ve listed our favorite brunch spots in Brussels below.
Situated in the beautiful T...
Noordzee - Mer du Nord is one of my favorite places for apéro on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. After waking up late, it’s nice to go for a stroll in the city center and have a lunch at this fish shop aka fish bar on the corner of Place Sainte-Catherine. Given the amount of people gathering around this place, many people think the same way. On the bright side, the wait is never too long and it’s definitely worth it!
After discovering the breakfast, brunch and lunch options at Velvet Peck, we had to update the list of our favorite brunch places in Brussels. This bright and airy eatery with a lovely outdoor terrace is conveniently located at the exit of the subway on Place Sainte-Catherine, making it a great...
Situated in the impressive Tour & Taxis building, La Fabbrica is a family-friendly brunch spot along the Brussels canal. Whereas brunches are often very expensive for a relatively limited amount of food, this doesn’t apply to the abundant buffet of La Fabbrica. The dishes were original, fresh an...
Since the opening of The Poet, the European quarter features a new trendy restaurant. Situated within the Renaissance Hotel, this new place stands out thanks to its exceptional décor, top-quality cocktails and -of course- tasty food. It’s a versatile setting that lends itself perfectly for busines...
A newcomer in the Chatelain hood! As the little brother of the established restaurant Djo which focuses on dishes to share, the bistro-bar Voisin specializes in exquisite pasta dishes, hence their slogan ‘the place to pasta your time’. We quickly headed over to take a look (and a bite)!
Sundays are for brunches. And plants. And friends. Last Sunday was pretty good, as all those criteria were met almost simultaneously. When friends came over to visit our new apartment in Laeken, we took them to a plant swap event in the bio shop Le Rayon Vert nearby. But first, we went to the new Brass’Art on Place Bockstael for brunch!
We keep on updating our list with useful apps for Brussels, but now there's also an app that tries to combine all those functionalities within one general application so that you always have Brussels in your pocket. My Brussels App has been developped by the Brussels Capital Region and is availa...
Staycation is the way to go this Summer and that’s a great opportunity to explore our own surroundings. The Summer months in Brussels are an amazing time of the year, since there are so many Summer activities to enjoy, such as picnicking in the park, dine outdoors, have a cocktail in a roofto...
When nature comes to life again and springtime flowers add some magnificent splashes of color to the cityscape, you know Spring has officially arrived in Brussels. Some popular destinations to enjoy nature in Brussels include the royal greenhouses and Hallerbos, the bluebell forest, but few peop...
Situated on the Place des Palais, the Royal Palace is the king’s administrative center. The official residence of the king and the royal family is situated in Laeken, which is also famous for the Royal Greenhouses that open to the public once a year. The palace in the center of Brussels is where...
Even if you're only spending one day in Brussels, you can still cover most of its main sights as most of them are situated at walking distance from each other. The itinerary below is based on the article 12 places to visit on your first trip to Brussels and includes a visit to:
In this two-day itinerary, the first day is dedicated to a proper visit of the city center whereas the second one will take you to some more distant sights. The general outline of the route through the city center is somewhat similar to our one-day itinerary, but offers a more in-detail discovery...
By spending 3 days in Brussels, you'll be able really enjoy Brussels. You'll get to discover local places and engage in original things to do. This 3 days in Brussels itinerary elaborates on the two days in Brussels itinerary by adding some off-the-beaten path places. Whereas you'll use the first...
This pentagon-shaped park was created in 1880 under king Leopold II to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Belgian independence. It comprises a vast set of gardens which are popular with locals for jogging, yoga sessions, relaxed afternoons in the sun, picnics… The most impo...
Has a new tradition started? Let's hope so! This Summer, the third edition of the Laeken Firework Spectacular (or 'Feux de Laeken' in French) is taking place next to the Atomium on the Heysel Plateau. This means that for five Fridays in a row, a spectacular show will light up the Brussels sky and let the Atomium shine! While waiting for the fireworks, you can enjoy food trucks, musical performances and other child-friendly activities.
The Brussels city hall has received a floral facelift on the occasion of Flowertime, a biennial event that alternates with the world-famous flower carpet on Grand Place. For this event, Belgian and international florists adorn the Brussels city hall with impressive floral creations. As the city...
While Brussels is having its Bright Brussels Light Festival, the commune of Schaerbeek is hosting a similar event called Citizen Lights. This festival is much smaller, but the main attraction -a giant mechanic doll- is really impressive and worth the visit. And as there are hardly no tourists arou...
When it snows in Winter, you're in for some magical landscapes, especially in the southern part of the country. Below are some places that are likely to be covered with a magical white blanket when it snows in Belgium.
This map visualises all the places mentioned in the article.
At the end of Spring, we were invited by Wallonie Belgique Tourisme to discover ‘Wallonie – Terre d’Eau’, a touristic program that underlines the natural beauty of the southern part of the country characterized by an abundance of lakes, rivers, brooks… And rain. The central theme ('Wallonie au bor...
Life in Brussels can be so chaotic that once in a while it’s nice to escape the daily hustle and bustle and recharge your batteries in a quiet place. Our weekend trip section suggests lots of nice destinations like Durbuy, Bouillon, Chimay… but did you know that you can also enjoy a green s...
You're spending the weekend in Antwerp and you're wondering where to sleep? We've tried a few very nice hotels in Antwerp which we'd like to share with you. They're all situated in the vicinity of the beautiful Antwerp train station, which is very practical if you travel by train. After dropping y...
When the 20th edition of the Goodbye travel magazine was published, they teamed up with a hotel in Antwerp to celebrate this event. The chosen one was the modern A-Stay hotel in Antwerp, and we were invited to join the party.
The Goodbye magazine is an inspiring travel magazine with in-depth sug...
You’ve already visited the Brussels Christmas market and you’d like to try another one that’s not too far away? How about Mons Coeur en Neige? As we’ve noticed during the impressive Doudou festival, the inhabitants of Mons know how to create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. That is not differ...
Elected as one of the prettiest villages of Wallonia, Wéris is especially famous for its megalithic monuments. At 9 kilometers from Durbuy, it’s worth making a detour to Wéris to stroll through its picturesque historical center, hike through the surrounding woods or enjoy a dolmen beer.