Theatrical Brussels will entice you
Take a holiday to Brussels and enjoy the area's museums, theatre scene and art galleries. Renowned for its local tours, live music and architecture, this city welcomes all visitors. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in Brussels
Do you want to find attractions to visit during your stay? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Brussels a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Mini-Europe (3.4 mi / 5.4 km)
- Planckendael Zoo (12.8 mi / 20.6 km)
- Walibi Belgium (14.5 mi / 23.4 km)
- Stella Artois (15.7 mi / 25.3 km)
- St. Boniface (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
- Brussels Aquarium (2 mi / 3.1 km)
Exploring the natural features in Brussels
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Brussels is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Brussels Park (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
- Place du Petit Sablon (0.5 mi / 0.8 km)
- Cinquantenaire Park (1.7 mi / 2.7 km)
- Bois de la Cambre (2.6 mi / 4.1 km)
- Laeken Park (2.9 mi / 4.7 km)
- Royal Greenhouses of Laeken (3 mi / 4.8 km)
Travelling to and around Brussels
Fly into Brussels Airport (BRU), the closest airport, located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.), which is 24.1 mi (38.8 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Brussels Central Station, Brussels-Chapel Station and Brussels-Congress Station are the main stations that serve the city. It's easy to get around Brussels by jumping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station, De Brouckere Station or Palais Tram Stop.