7. Take a stroll down Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
When we first arrived in Brussels, we really didn’t know what to do. After strolling around for a little bit, we entered a tunnel like building and was just mesmerized by the beauty above us. Our encounter with Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert was accidental, but it remained one of the most memorable and beautiful spots in Brussels. Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert is somewhat like a short shopping street. This street isn’t too long, about 100m for each section, but you’ll definitely take your time strolling through. When you first enter, you’ll be hypnotized by the beautiful glass roof that provides bright lighting throughout the passage. Next, you’ll notice the beautiful storefronts that create a historic yet clean type of feeling. As you walk through Les Galleries, eye-catching and mouth-watering chocolate boutiques can’t help but pull you in. Most, if not all of these stores are pretty high end. So don’t be surprised at some of the prices you’ll see; we were definitely surprised. We couldn’t help ourselves at one chocolatier and ordered a hot chocolate from one of the local chocolate boutiques. The hot chocolate was extremely rich; it tasted like pure melted chocolate, nothing like the watered down stuff from back home. Overall, taking a stroll down Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert is a must! After all, it isn’t far off from all the other attractions and will not take too long either.
6. Try some Belgian Beer
Belgium is home to some of the best beer in the world. That’s not an understatement. If you’re an avid beer enthusiast, then you probably already knew that. For those of you who aren’t, you NEED to try some Belgian beer when you’re in Brussels, or anywhere in Belgium in fact. There’s nothing like a freshly crafted beer straight from the local tap. Don’t miss out on this when you’re here!
5. Pay a visit to the St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral
This was actually where we were headed before stumbling through Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral is another one of those ancient European masterpieces. Some of the sculptures inside were just unbelievable. One that really struck my eye was an amazing wooden pulpit carved by Hendrik Frans Verbrugghen. Definitely, a place you should stop by as it is close to the city and not too far off from everything else.
4. Indulge in Belgian Chocolate
Who else is more known for their chocolate than Belgium? Try some of the most premium chocolate you won’t find anywhere else. Might as well indulge when you’re here because you won’t find anything like this back home to satisfy your sweet tooth. You won’t have troubling find chocolate for all kinds of taste buds. Unfortunately, some of the chocolate in Belgium is extremely premium and the price will surely reflect that.
3. Look at a little boy pee (Mannekin Pis)
This is a must do for anyone who comes to Brussels. I’m not going to lie to you, there isn’t anything spectacular about this little statue, but a visit to Brussels would not be complete without seeing the Mannekin Pis firsthand. On special days, you can see the little boy dressed up in certain costumes. You can see the schedule here. The Mannekin Pis usually draws a decently sized crowd throughout the day, so arrive in the early morning or late evening to avoid tour groups and large crowds. Come see for yourself and take a selfie with this little boy peeing!
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I would love to travel to Brussels someday. I haven’t made it to Europe at all yet, but hopefully soon!
Brussels is on my bucket list. Since I will probably never get to visit…thank you so much for letting me share vicariously, through your travels.
I’m bookmarking this. We’re planning another trip to Europe, and Brussels is on our list. This is a great resource.
You had me at Belgian Chocolate and Waffles, but the boy peeing statue is pretty amazing! This is on my dream list, so I thank you for the rich photos and awesome ideas.
I would love to check out Brussels! There is SOOO many places there that looks like I NEED to go to (especially the chocolate place LOL!). Looks like you all had a blast there!
I have never been to Brussels before, buy my luggage went! I hope to travel there one day! Your photos are beautiful!
Gorgeous photos from you trip. I’d be drinking beer all day and eating chocolate.
I would love to try the Belgian Chocolate. These are all fun things to do in Brussels.
Oh Brussels. It’s one of the places I dream of visiting one day. Your pictures are amazing.
Wow what and amazing place. I love the pictures! I wouldn’t want to leave if I ever got to go!!
Wow, those photos are amazing! I would love to visit there someday. I would love just looking at all the places around. I also have to say that all that food looks amazing!
I would love to visit Brussels and see some of the places that you featured in your post. It would also be fun to try true Belgum chocolate and waffles. Yum.
Brussels is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, in my opinion. We keep trying to visit, but we always seem to run out of time.
That waffle store is crazy cool! Never knew places like that existed! What a fantastic place to visit! I have actually tried that beer here in the states. Very good!
I am bookmarking this post! I want to try the Belgian beer, looks so good!
“Look at the little boy pee” – haha that made me laugh! Brussels looks so beautiful, would love to visit some day.
Looks like you had amazing trip! The cathedral is absolutely beautiful!
I would love to go to Brussels! Especially for the waffles and chocolate! Their architecture is amazing as well!
That cathedral is beyond gorgeous. I would love to go to Brussels someday.
I love all of the pictures you shared! You had at me at Belgium Beer and Belgium chocolates.
This place has been on my list for a long time!! I would love to go!!
Belgian beer must taste amazing! I must make a trip to Brussels one day.
Look at those chocolates! Brussels looks like a wonderful place to visit. I would love to go one day.
What a beautiful city! This is a great guide. I need to get there one day – it seems like an amazing city to explore in!
My husband has been to Brussels a number of times. He always talks about the beer .. chocolate .. and super cool architecture. I can’t wait until I have a chance to tag along with him to see for myself!
Learned so much more about Brussels last summer! It’s truly a wonderful place.
Thanks for sharing these wonderful photos.. I want to try those belgian waffles, look tasty
Bekgian waffles looks delicious. I would love to try it.
I love the pictures! It has always been a dream of my mine to visit Brussels. It’s rich in history and the architecture is gorgeous!
Ooo I’d pig out on the chocolate and the waffles. Yes please! I love to eat.
Okay, I am ready to visit Brussels right now. I definitely would love to go sightseeing and eat some yummy waffles and chocolate. What a great vacation.
I’m down for all of these things. I’m not a big chocolate lover but when in Rome. I love to be a full on tourist in new places.
Yet there is another side to Brussels that is enormously appealing. This is a city of interesting small shops, hidden urban parks, sublime museums and endless architectural diversity.
OH WOW!! That food tho! Loved this post
Great suggestions! I’ve never been there before, but it looks pretty and the food looks delicious! My husband works for a craft beer company, so I think one of the first things we would do was to try some of the local beer!
Yes, the most delicious beer I ever tasted was in Brussels. It was a dark beer. And you are right about the Mannekin Pis, we got the same impression. 😉
OMG! those waffles look super tasty! also, I love the photos you’ve taken, you make me really want to go there to visit (I love the architecture there!)
I would love to travel to Brussels someday. It is so beautiful!
Brussels is definitely on our bucket list. Your pictures make me want to book flights and a hotel now!
This is such a simple list, but your pictures are outstanding – I love the chocolate idea, and the waffles, as well as beer. What can I say I am a hopeless foodie!
Brussels is also one of the places many people would love to see. Been planning to visit it this year. Glad I came over your post. Sure you did enjoy your trip.
OMG this place is so beautiful…I would love to visit this place someday <3
Omg the food just looks incredible. I couldn’t stop staring at the chocolate. I hope I get to visit someday it looks like a lovely place.
Brussels is truly beautiful and there’s just so many things to love about it! I’m sure you had a great time. The waffles look really good!
Belgian Chocolate is my favorite. I should visit sooner than later. With summer coming up, I will plan something soon.
Oh my goodness! These belgian chocolates are really tempting! Glad you shared your moments and tips in brussels.
I thought those cathedrals were amazing then I kept scrolling and saw the chocolate. Whoa! I could spend my whole vacation at that place!
It’s gorgeous! I wish I could be there right now, enjoying one of those beers 🙂
I LOVE the cathedral and now I’m desperately crying out for these waffles (even though it’s nearly dinnertime over here – hahaha) I would love to go~
The Belgian Chocolates are to die for! Wanna go there now!
Lol ‘look at a boy pee’ THis looks like a great adventure. I love the food part so much.
I have been there. What I can remember, it is gorgeous. It has been a long, long time, though. I would love to go back again.
Fantastic place! One of the largest collections of Brueghel and Magritte, city of gourmets and “bons-vivants”, a mecca for fashion and comic strips fans.
Looks like a beautiful city! I would love to go there and see it in live, Being there was so much fun
first thing I would do when i visit Brussels is to look for the best beer and the most indulging chocolates in town!
I love all these photos! I would like to bring my family to Brussels, it looks like we would have so much fun. Thank you for sharing.
We were in Brussels two years ago and while the city is really beautiful we were not totally impressed! But yes we indulged in those chocolates and waffles too. Love your images!
Thanks for the tips. This is a great resource for anyone traveling to Brussels and waffles and chocolate would be first on my list. – yolonda
Eat some sprouts needs to be on the list also! Kidding – I think I could spend weeks just checking out the amazing architecture.
So much variety of waffles…yummy.
I loved the night time pic of Grand Place …beauty beyond words 😀
I will bear these things in mind when I go to Brussels, Jesse! Awesome recommendations!