Tourist Attractions & Monuments Belgium

Maxim invites you to discover Brussels from different angles: Art Nouveau, beer, waffles and chocolate, Brussels and the European Union... or more unusual: art in the metro (yes, the Brussels metro is a real gallery with some great names). In a hurry? Hello Brussels offers half-day tours to cover the essentials of the capital, as well as tours that can last up to two days for those who prefer to be accompanied on their journey, depending on your wishes and interests.

Located in the Saint-Amand church, this unique museum exhibits a dazzling collection of ^19th and ^20th century Belgian art. In just one hour, explore masterpieces by masters such as Magritte, Delvaux and Spilliaert. The works are beautifully lit, creating a captivating atmosphere. A must-see experience for art lovers and curious visitors to Roeselare. We recommend reserving your tickets online. The exhibition tour lasts exactly one hour and is open to a maximum of 8 people every 20 minutes.

Just a 15-minute drive from downtown Ypres, Bellewaerde is one of Belgium's must-see amusement parks, where nature meets fun. From roller coasters to safaris, the attractions are sure to delight young and old alike! Experience the thrills of Huracan or let yourself be carried away by falconry shows. A brand-new "Mundo Amazonia" zone includes a giant aquatic attraction. A perfect getaway for the whole family, offering adventure and unforgettable moments to share!

This man-sized building (1.80 m high) is located on a hill and comes to life with daylight. Notches in the ceiling allow the light to draw lines, creating shadows on the walls. If you come at noon (don't be late!) you can see a perfectly perpendicular line. This feat is made possible by the positioning of the building: it is built on the meridian of the sun, which becomes the artist of this work. The museum was named the city's cultural ambassador in 2017.

The eastern side of the square has seven houses that join together behind their pilasters to form a gilded palace facade. The ensemble is also called "the Dukes of Brabant", whose effigies are sculpted on the façade. Each house is named: on the left, the Renommée, whose door is surmounted by a statue of this allegorical Greek divinity blowing its horn. To the right follow the Hermitage, Fortune, the Windmill, the Tin Pot, the Hill and the Stock Exchange. To the left of the Dukes of Brabant, already in the Rue de la Colline, stands the Balance.

Housed in an 18th century building, this museum exhibits objects that belonged to the Collegiate Church from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. The highlights: four Gothic limestone statues of Saints Paul, John, Peter and Andrew. But also various wood and stone creations in pure Brabantine Gothic style, Gallo-Roman pieces, antique or 18th century terracotta pottery and a series of everyday objects (cupboards, chests, musical instruments...).

This is undoubtedly the most unusual park in Brussels! Narrow and long, winding between residential areas and old factories, it follows the old course of the river Senne, which once passed through here. The park is criss-crossed by two streets, defining 3 zones: the two southernmost are more dedicated to relaxation, while the third features a playground. Nicknamed "Brussels' Highline" (for its similarity in design to the New York park), this park offers much-needed green space in a highly urbanized area.

When you stroll through the copses, meadows and ponds of this marshland, who'd believe you were still in the city? This protected area (Natura 2000 zone) is all that remains of the original biotope of the Molenbeek valley and is one of Brussels' hidden gems. The only sign of civilization is the sound of trains, as two railroad lines surround it. In fact, the marsh owes its salvation to these railway lines, which have made the land less desirable for construction.

After years of restoration, the Maison Hannon, a jewel of Art Nouveau, reopened its doors in 2023. Designed by Jules Brunfaut, this private mansion, commissioned by the architect's friends Édouard (a Solvay executive and photography enthusiast) and Marie Hannon, is his only work purely in this style. And it's a splendor. Particularly the winter garden, the smoking room and the graceful stained-glass clematis windows on the^1st floor. The stairwell steals the show with its twirling fresco, seeming to draw visitors upwards.