
The selection of Belgian/Brusselier restaurants is particularly vast in the capital. The Brusselicious label lists the best spots that lay claim to and honour this Belgian cuisine. Each certified esta...
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Get ready for an adventure with a trip to the largest and capital city of Belgium. Forget about sprouts, Brussels has so much more to offer. This beautiful city is famous for its exquisite chocolate and beer, and there’s definitely no shortage of cafés and bars on offer here. While that’s likely to keep many tourists happy, there’s so much more to discover during your stay.
Brussels has become increasingly popular for weekend getaways among young tourists seeking the nightlife, especially for stag and hen celebrations. But there’s something for all ages and the history and culture of the city should not be forgotten. The cityscape is a mixture of art nouveau designs, gritty concrete towering buildings and 19th Century decor. So get your camera out and get ready for some beautiful shots for the holiday album. Bruges, another much visited city, can also be easily reached from Brusself South Charleroi Airport for a romantic trip in the beautiful country of Belgium.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport is located just 46 km south of Brussels City Centre. Your holiday will start here and you’ll be keen to delve straight into Brussels, so don’t get held up trying to find a taxi amongst the crowds and queues. Book your Brussels South Charleroi Airport transfers with hoppa today and rest assured that your holiday will get off to a smooth start.
Destination | Distance (approx.) | Duration (approx.) | |
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Brussels City Centre | 62 km | 77 min | |
Bruges | 151 km | 129 min | |
Antwerp | 110 km | 98 min | |
Brussels Zaventem Int. Airport (BRU) | 90 km | 74 min | |
Brussels South Train | km | min |
Where to eat
Shopping
Nightlife
The selection of Belgian/Brusselier restaurants is particularly vast in the capital. The Brusselicious label lists the best spots that lay claim to and honour this Belgian cuisine. Each certified esta...
ini - Haute Chocolaterie, Belgian know-how and passion for chocolate. A delight for your taste buds in Brussels!
Biertempel
Fuse Nightclub. When it comes to Brussels nightlife, the European capital’s Techno club continues to set the tone with the help of some of the world’s best DJs.
Dive into Madame Moustache, the neo-cabaret cafe for dancing and live music. The atmosphere and decor make it a key part of Brussels\u0027 nightlife!
L\u0027Archiduc offers jazz, cocktails, an art gallery and live music in an art deco atmosphere at the heart of the historic centre of Brussels.
Stereo Club
Right next door to Ancienne Belgique you will find café Bonnefooi which roughly translates to a toast to “good luck” in the old Brussels dialect. It’s a young and cosy place with friendly staff, a bal...
Brussels is known for its festive side and its nightlife and offers you numerous nightclubs where the DJs keep you dancing all the way through to the early hours of the morning. Electronic music lo...
EmergencyNumbers
112
Currency
1 euro = 100 cents
Newspapers
Le Soir La Libre Belgique L’Echo La Dernière Heure European Voice (English language, dedicated to European Union news) De Morgen De Standaard Het Nieuwsblad
OpeningHours
Shops are open from Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. ‘til 6 p.m. Supermarkets close later and usually stay open until 9 p.m. on Fridays.
Population
1,132,781 (last census: 31st December 2011)
TouristInformation
visit.brussels, the tourist office for Brussels can be found at the following addresses: -BIP - Rue Royale 2-4, 1000 Brussels -Town Hall - Grand-Place, 1000 Brussels For more info on the places and events that are too good to miss, visit: http://www.visit.brussels
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