Top Brussels Arts & Design

Craft your own chocolate lollipops and mendiants during this small-group, one-hour chocolate-making experience at Choco-Story, led by a bonafide chocolatier. Workshops are suitable for both adults and children ages six and up. You’ll also get a free self-guided tour of the museum, which includes an audio guide available in eight different languages plus chocolate-making demonstrations and tastings.

Discover why Brussels is considered one of the world's comic capitals on this unique walking tour combining street art, Belgian culture and local flavors. Follow your guide through the city's famous Comic Strip Route and admire colorful murals dedicated to iconic characters such as Tintin, Lucky Luke, Gaston Lagaffe and the Smurfs. Along the way, learn how Belgian comics became a worldwide cultural phenomenon and explore the stories behind the artists and their creations. Your experience continues with an exclusive workshop at a local boutique. Begin by tasting traditional cuberdon and chocolates, one of Belgium's most iconic sweets, while discovering its fascinating history and cultural significance. You'll then explore Belgian comic storytelling through selected works, highlighting the links between comics, architecture and Belgian heritage.

When in Belgium, delve deeper into the country’s UNESCO-listed brewing heritage than you could in a bar by prebooking your ticket to the Belgian Beer World Experience. Educate your palate during a tasting session that helps you understand which beer flavors you like best, and enjoy skip-the-line entry to soak up panoramic views of the capital from the rooftop terrace while sipping.

Brussels' headline sights are easy to find on your own—Grand Place, "Manneken Pis," and the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert arcade. What's harder is the layer of context that turns them from photo stops into something you actually understand. With a local guide, gain insider insight into guild histories, visit the cafés Victor Hugo and Karl Marx wrote in, and receive recommendations for the city beyond the tour.

Did you know the Smurfs were never supposed to exist? They began as throwaway side characters, but readers loved them so much that their creator gave in and made them stars. This self-guided audio walking tour tells you such anecdotes and traces how one city shaped an entire art form. Visit 13 hand-picked comic book murals across the Brussels city center in about 2 hours. Your app-based guide leads you through the worlds of Tintin, Asterix, Lucky Luke, and lesser-known gems like Yoko Tsuno and Thorgal, so you won't just see the murals, you'll hear about the characters in them, the inspirations behind them, and what sets them apart. Highlights: - Follow a curated route of 13 comic book murals through central Brussels - Go at your own pace, pausing for photos, coffee, or spontaneous detours - Test yourself with an optional interactive quiz along the way - Trusted by 25,000+ travellers, every tour on our app comes with a full refund guarantee

Ensure entry to the Autoworld Museum with a pre-booked entrance ticket, and discover the evolution of automobiles as you admire the more than 250 displayed vehicles. Get an intimate look at limousines formerly belonging to the Belgian crown, as well as a 1928 Bentley, 1930 Cord, and 1930 Bugatti. Enjoy a family-friendly day exploring the exhibition and the rest of the Cinquantenaire Park.

Step into the world of Art Nouveau in Brussels on a fully private walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. Discover how the city became the birthplace of one of Europe’s most influential architectural movements at the turn of the 20th century. As you walk through elegant neighborhoods, admire the iconic creations of Victor Horta and other pioneering architects who transformed Brussels into a living open-air museum. Go beyond façades and learn to recognize the key features of Art Nouveau — flowing lines, natural forms, and intricate details — while understanding the ideas and innovations behind this artistic revolution. Your guide adapts the tour to your interests, whether you’re passionate about architecture, history, or design. Explore both famous landmarks and hidden gems that most visitors overlook, and gain a deeper appreciation of the city’s unique identity.

Use your problem-solving skills to crack clues and win points on this self-guided tour and treasure hunt around Brussels. Learn all about the city’s long beer making heritage, and discover important places around the old town. Visit legendary bars where there are hundreds of beers on the menu, and drink where famous artists and writers once enjoyed a glass or two of the good stuff. No GPS needed—this tour works by offering clues with exact directions and deeper information as the prizes.

By prebooking this Choco-Story Brussels admission ticket, you guarantee your visit while in the city. Explore the exhibits at your own pace, learning about the history of chocolate and how it’s made from bean to bar. Spend time watching a master chocolate-maker prepare pralines, and then taste them yourself.

Explore the vibrant world of Art Nouveau in Brussels on this engaging half-day walking tour. Discover iconic buildings by renowned architect Victor Horta and learn about the artistic movement's influence on the city. After immersing yourself in architecture, indulge in a delightful chocolate tasting at two local chocolateries, experiencing the rich flavors of Belgian chocolate firsthand. This tour combines cultural insight with a sweet treat, making it perfect for art lovers and food enthusiasts alike.

Learn about the history of Brussels—and discover some of its top chocolate-related sights and history—on this two-in-one walking tour of the Belgian capital. Spot city highlights including the Royal Palace and art nouveau architecture, and stop in exclusive chocolate boutiques for tastings as you go. After sampling truffles, pralines and more, attend a hands-on chocolate-making workshop to learn the secrets behind the sweets.

Learn about Brussels architecture as you tour the city with Jamal, a local architect and guide. You'll see how the city's architecture has evolved over the past five centuries as you visit highlights such as the Grande Place, Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, the Place De Brouckereplein, and Notre Dame du Sablon, finishing your tour up with a visit to Mont des Arts to take in panoramic views of the city.

Simplify visiting both Ghent and Bruges from Brussels with this full-day group trip. Relax with a package that covers transportation, activities, and a guide, so you can fully immerse yourself in the experience. Enjoy visiting the Castle of the Counts, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Basilica of the Holy Blood, and more.

The Quartier du Châtelain district is an architectural treasure worth finding, far from Brussels’ tourist-packed city center. On this walking tour through the quaint neighborhood’s streets, you’ll see the revolutionary Art Nouveau style that emerged here in the 1890s, transforming the cityscape with buildings that curved and twisted like exotic plants. Starting at the Louise Tower, you’ll weave your way past several of these exceptionally designed dwellings. You’ll discover how Brussels has meticulously restored architectural masterpieces like the stunning Maison Roosenboom, where you’ll see an example of a sgraffito mural. As you make your way to Musée Horta, which celebrates the famous architect, I’ll share the little-known history of the city’s townhouses. You’ll pass one of Chaussée de Charleroi’s tram shelters and hear about attempts to brand Brussels ‘the capital of Art Nouveau’ en route to Hôtel Solvay, where the tour ends.

Are you looking for a way to see Leuven without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • Find the beating heart of Leuven on this attraction-packed tour from the Stadhuis, or town hall, to the city’s studious ethos, as represented by the statue of Fonske • Hear from producer Denzil Walton, a passionate local guide • Do it all in an hour or take your time, with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Delve into Europe’s ancient historical heritage on a comprehensive full-day tour of Luxembourg from Brussels. Absorb the antique charm of Luxembourg as you visit landmarks like the Royal Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the European Court of Justice with your knowledgeable guide. Before heading back to Brussels, stop in the beautiful town of Dinant and see its 13th-century cathedral.

Belgian fries are famous around the world, but their story starts far away in Peru. Whether you’re a potato fiend or a culture vulture, enriches your Brussels vacation at the city’s fascinating Fry Museum (Friet Museum Brussels). Prebook your ticket online, in advance, in the currency of your choice for a transparent fee. Needless to say, your visit includes a portion of fries prepared in the finest Belgian tradition.

Experience the best of Brussels by bike on this half-day cycling tour. Learn about the city's background and culture from a guide as you pedal your way through the most charming and historic neighborhoods with a small group of no more than 14 people. See a dozen different landmarks including the Grand Place, Manneken Pis, the European Parliament, and Mont des Arts, stopping for delectable Belgian fries and a refreshing beer along the way.

Taste your way around the world's chocolate capital on this small-group tasting tour in Brussels. Visit five of the city's most renowned and elegant confectioneries and enjoy the perk of having tastings along the way. Have a chance to try samples of gourmet Belgian pralines (truffles) and learn fun facts about the history of chocolate making from a guide.

Get a fun-filled and out-of-the-box introduction to Brussels and its most famous landmarks during this private, two-hour smartphone-based game. Simply download an easy-to-use app (with 24/7 customer support) and start exploring the city center, solving clues, and discovering local stories as you wander the Belgian capital on foot. Highlights covered include the Grand Place, the Mannekin Pis fountain, and the medieval-era Black Tower.

Enjoy an introduction to the best of Belgian's rich beer traditions on this half-day tasting tour. Accompanied by your guide, discover why Belgium is famed for its beer culture and gain insight into ancient brewing traditions. You'll visit a variety of popular taverns and beer cafes, with tastings of cheese, chocolates, and other snacks as you go. In between stops, you'll also see some of Brussels' top attractions and historic monuments.

Discover the cultural delights and delectable bites of Belgium on a culinary tour of Brussels. Accompanied by a gastronomic guide, visit the glamorous Royal Galleries (Galeries Royales St-Hubert) and the gorgeous Grand Place while stopping intermittently at charming cafes, ambient taverns, and refined restaurants for a taste of Belgium’s culinary culture. Savor the rich flavor of local delicacies like steamed mussels, crunchy frites, sublime chocolate, and a real Belgian waffle and gain fascinating insight into the culinary and cultural traditions of the country from your expert guide.

Discover the mix of influences that make up the architecture of Brussels during this private, half-day architect-led tour through the Belgian capital. Learn about the city’s past as the capital of the Spanish Netherlands as you see landmarks testifying to over 500 years of history. Understand the main architectural influences defining the city with explanations from your private architect guide.