Things to Do in Grand' Place, Brussels

Local stops such as the ornate Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries, the famous Manneken Pis fountain, and the family-owned restaurant Chez Léon known for its mussels and fries. The square is surrounded by elegant historic buildings dating back to the 14th century.

Grand Place / Grote MarktPlaza
Royal Saint-Hubert GalleriesShopping Street
Manneken PisFountain

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Top things to do in Grand' Place

Grand Place / Grote Markt
★ 4.7 · 175.3k
Plaza★
Huge city square completely encircled by elegant historic buildings dating back to the 14th century.
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Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries
★ 4.5 · 45.5k
Shopping Street★
This ornate shopping center under an arched glass roof offers high-end shops, eateries & theaters.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Manneken Pis
★ 4.0 · 84.0k
Fountain★
Iconic 17th-century fountain with a bronze statue of small boy, dressed in costume during festivals.
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Tropismes
★ 4.7 · 1.6k
Bookstore
Grand, high-ceilinged space built in 1847, containing a range of French-language books for sale.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
10:30 AM – 7 PM
Sun
1:30 PM – 6:30 PM
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Brussels Pub Crawl
★ 4.9 · 977
Walking Tour
A guided pub crawl that visits various bars and clubs, including an Irish pub and a Latin/reggaeton club, offering a social night out.
Mon
9:15 PM – 1 AM
Tue
Closed
Wed
9:15 PM – 1 AM
Thu
Closed
Fri
9:15 PM – 1 AM
Sat
9:15 PM – 1 AM
Sun
Closed
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Toone Royal Theater
★ 4.7 · 675
Theater
The Royal Theatre of Toone is the only traditional Brussels puppet theater still in operation.
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Rare
★ 4.7 · 305
Antique Market
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 7 PM
Sat
11 AM – 7 PM
Sun
1:30 PM – 6:30 PM
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Dille & Kamille - Brussel Grasmarkt
★ 4.4 · 957
Home Goods
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Bath & Barley - the Belgian Beer Spa
★ 4.9 · 548
Wellness Center
The original Belgian beer spa offers a unique, relaxing, and fun experience where beer, bath, and Belgium meet.
Mon–Tue
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Wed
4:30 PM – 10 PM
Thu
3 PM – 10 PM
Fri
1:30 PM – 10 PM
Sat
11 AM – 10 PM
Sun
1:30 PM – 8:30 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Grand' Place

The Coffin - Le Cercueil
★ 4.3 · 2.2k
Pub· €10–20
The Devil’s own choice when he needs a drink in Brussels
Mon–Thu
4 PM – 2 AM
Fri
1 PM – 4 AM
Sat
1 PM – 4 AM
Sun
1 PM – 1 AM
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À La Mort Subite
★ 4.3 · 5.5k
Pub· €10–20
Bar-restaurant, opened in 1928, with arched mirrors, pillars & brass pipes for local food & beers.
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The Music Village
★ 4.6 · 1.4k
Live Music· €10–30
Convivial speakeasy with a cozy vibe & old world atmosphere showcasing live jazz music.
Every day
7:30 PM – 12 AM
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Lloyd Coffee Eatery - Grand-Place
★ 4.5 · 7.2k
Brunch· €10–20
A coffee eatery offering homemade cuisine, quality beverages, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Mon–Thu
7 AM – 8 PM
Fri
7 AM – 10 PM
Sat
7 AM – 10 PM
Sun
7 AM – 8 PM
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Lloyd Coffee Eatery - Impératrice
★ 4.6 · 3.6k
Brunch· €10–20
A coffee eatery offering homemade food and drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
Mon–Fri
8 AM – 7 PM
Sat
9 AM – 7 PM
Sun
9 AM – 7 PM
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Poechenellekelder
★ 4.6 · 4.1k
Pub· €10–20
Cafe-bar with puppet figures & framed pictures on the walls, a lengthy beer menu & outdoor seating.
Mon
Closed
Tue
12 AM – 1 AM, 11 AM – 1 AM
Wed–Thu
11 AM – 1 AM
Fri
11 AM – 2 AM
Sat
11 AM – 2 AM
Sun
11 AM – 12 AM
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Belgian Waffles & Brunch
★ 4.7 · 2.0k
Brunch· €10–20
A restaurant in Brussels offering artisanal Belgian waffles and generous brunch options.
Every day
9 AM – 11 PM
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