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Brussels

Start in the Grand Place, grab fries or a waffle, then wander into cute cafés and bars. Small city vibes, easy to get around, and everything you want to see is just a short walk away.

Activities

Attractions

People interacting in a high-tech exhibition space with illuminated hanging lights and a floor projection of a colorful map or data visualization.

Parlamentarium

Fun Museum if you have the time for it.
Bronze statue of a smiling young boy squatting on a rock with a fan-shaped stone backdrop and green plants on either side.

Jeanneke Pis

Popular Sculpture to take pictures at. Extremely Touristy area.

Grand Place

The Grand-Place or Grote Markt is the central square of Brussels. At night the square lights up.

Royal Palace of Brussels

The King’s administrative residence and main workplace, where he works daily with his staff.

Shopping

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Rue Neuve

Classic stores but also a lot of international brands.
Facade of Galerie Louise shopping arcade with adjacent fashion stores COS and Superdry in an urban setting.

Avenue Louise

High end area- cool to be touristy and walk around but also sick shopping.
Interior of a brightly lit, long covered shopping arcade with arched windows and stores on both sides.

Galleries Royales Saint-Hubert

In the heart of Brussels with high-end boutiques, jewelry stores, and cafés.
Crowded indoor market with two levels and numerous clothing racks surrounded by shoppers.

Brussels Vintage Market

Open first Sunday of every month and has great vintage options! They have independent sellers and established shops.

Breakfast & Lunch

Crepe topped with sliced strawberries, drizzled chocolate, and powdered sugar, served with a dollop of whipped cream.

Cappuccino

Wide ranging menu. Crepes are cracked out.
Top view of a table with various breakfast foods including fruit, coffee, toast, and an omelette, with two people reaching for food.

Chicago Cafe

Laid-back daytime cafe, brunch specials, homemade cake, and sidewalk tables.
Eggs Benedict topped with hollandaise sauce and chives, served on Belgian waffles with asparagus and crispy bacon.

Woodpecker 47

Small place, good options for vegetarian, vegan and gluten free.

Lloyd Coffee Eatery

Busy spot, good for work and to go with a big group.
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Wolf Food Market

Big food market with vendors serving global street eats, plus tap brews & wine.

Yummy Bowl

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Dinner

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Bad by La Parisienne

Turns into a fun party scene. Food is amazing.

Ballekes

Fast food type of place but undeniably great food.

Fritzguard

Good for burgers and fries and other American type of foods.
Three scallops served in their shells on a decorative plate, garnished with herbs and sauce.

Crab Club

Great Seafood spot with excellent scallops.
Close-up of thinly sliced roast beef topped with colorful vegetable garnishes and herbs on a white plate.

Le Marmiton

2-story Belgian eatery. Great ice cream dessert.
Close-up of seafood paella with shrimp, mussels, lobster, rice, and a lemon wedge on a dark plate.

The Lobster House

Nice terrace and awesome Lobster and seafood dishes.

Le Bistro- Porte De Hal

Bistro serving traditional Belgian plates and beers alongside a small patio.

Dessert

Close-up of a glazed donut with light brown and beige swirled icing and crumbly topping on a wooden surface.

Vincent Denis Dessert Bar

Good Bistro for lunch with insane and unique desserts!
Hand holding a paper cone filled with crispy fries covered in gravy.

Friterie Tabora

Cities best crispy Belgian frites.

Le Roi De La Gaufre

Famous for serving traditional Belgian waffles, particularly the Brussels-style variety, which are light, airy, and crispy.
Two golden-brown waffles placed on a wooden board with colorful foil-wrapped chocolate eggs in the background.

La Maison Galet

Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth biscuits. Top 3 waffle spot.

Hotel / Hostel

Attractions

Sagrada Familia Tour

Largest Catholic Church in the World- The line is always long so the Skip the line ticket is the play.

Parc Güell Tour

The iconic Gaudí Park. Recommend buying Skip-the-Line tickets, it’s usually pretty crowded!

Casa Milà

A 2-hour class with a The last private residence designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí.

Moco Museum

Independent museum with a wide range of inspiring modern, contemporary, and street art- great spot for good photos!

Bunkers Viewpoint

It can be tough to fit a game into a weekend, but the tour is a perfect way to experience the stadium in a short amount of time.

Picasso Museum

Visit the largest collection of Picasso’s work and learn from a specialized art expert to get a full understanding of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.

Montjuic Castle

You can either take the tour or hop on the metro to the hill and ride the cable car up to the castle.

Day Trips

Montserrat Monastery - Hike

Long day trip but so worth the views of Catalonia from the top of the mountain.

Montserrat - Horse Riding Experience

6.5-hour day trip to Montserrat – enjoy a chill 50-minute scenic drive, then spend the rest of the day horseback riding through the stunning park. The perfect way to see all the epic views and hidden gems!

Montserrat Hot Air Balloon

Once in a lifetime experience. If you are going to hot air balloon, the two places to do it are Montserrat and Switzerland.

Montserrat, Girona and Costa Brava

An 11 hour tour that does a fantastic job at hitting all the spots. See the booking link for details.

Penedés Wine Tasting

If you’re studying in Barcelona or planning an extended weekend, we highly recommend this wine tour! We’ve gotten amazing feedback from past guests – it’s a must-do day trip to Catalonia!

Shopping

Passeig de Gràcia

Mix of designer shops and the classics like Zara. Right around Plaza Catalunya.

El Cortes Inglés

Big department store in Spain, where you can find everything from clothes to tech and home stuff.

Avinguda Diagonal

Close to Passeig de Gràcia. Shop in both these areas in the same day.
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La Rambla

La Rambla is a street in the center of Barcelona, running from Plaça de Catalunya to the Columbus Monument. It’s lined with shops, restaurants, and street performers.

El Raval

Diverse culture, vibrant street life, and a mix of modern and traditional shops, cafes, and galleries.

Holala

Unique vintage clothing with a wide range of options from cheap to expensive.
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Montana Vintage Shop

“This place is insane. Liourally so much stuff and all fantastic quality. You have to have energy to go here but it’s all great brands and they have unique things.”

Love Vintage Shop

High end quality vintage clothes.

Meininger City Center

Located along the picturesque Brussels Canal and just a short walk from the city’s iconic Grand Place.

Latroupe Grand Place

Community centered hotel. Welcoming environment and great for big groups.

Thon Hotel City Centre

Great price for the quality of the rooms. High end and in the perfect location. Price range $100-$130

Novotel Brussels City Centre

Family friendly hotel, overlooking Saint Catherine church and is situated just 5 minutes walk away from the famous Grand Place. Price range $80-$110
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Brussels Marriott Hotel Grand Place

Best location. Right in city center. Price range $150-$180.
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Moxy Hotel City Centre

Great location. Close to city center and all the best cafes and brunch spots. Price range $120-$140.
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Hotel NH Brussels Centre

NH Collection Brussels Centre is within walking distance of the city's most historic sights and venues. Price range $120-$140
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Bar / Clubs

Delirium

Live music on Thursday. Great pregame spot.

Fuse

The club is very edm focused and has a lot of cool events. Check the website.

MANDARIN ORIENTAL

Fun club but you need a nice shirt and a more controlled atmosphere.

MAJESTIC HOTEL

Turns into a club scene on Thursdays. Great vibe to switch things up!
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YURBBAN TRAFALGAR

Unreal club scene. Must go if you are going for a late night out.
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