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.
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Grand Place / Grote Markt ★ 4.7 · 176.6k★
Huge city square completely encircled by elegant historic buildings dating back to the 14th century.
Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries ★ 4.5 · 45.7k★
This ornate shopping center under an arched glass roof offers high-end shops, eateries & theaters.
Every day 12 AM – 12 AM
Manneken Pis ★ 4.0 · 84.8k★
Iconic 17th-century fountain with a bronze statue of small boy, dressed in costume during festivals.
Tropismes ★ 4.7 · 1.6k
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
Brussels Pub Crawl ★ 4.9 · 1.1k
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
Toone Royal Theater ★ 4.7 · 679
The Royal Theatre of Toone is the only traditional Brussels puppet theater still in operation.
Rare ★ 4.7 · 342
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Bath & Barley - the Belgian Beer Spa ★ 4.9 · 582
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 Where to eat & drink in Grand' Place
The Coffin - Le Cercueil ★ 4.3 · 2.2k· €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
Cabaret Mademoiselle ★ 4.6 · 527· €40–50
Mon–Thu Closed
Fri 8 PM – 1 AM
Sat 8 PM – 1 AM
Sun Closed
À La Mort Subite ★ 4.3 · 5.5k· €10-20
Bar-restaurant, opened in 1928, with arched mirrors, pillars & brass pipes for local food & beers.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 11 PM
Sat 11 AM – 11 PM
Sun Closed
The Music Village ★ 4.6 · 1.5k· €10-30
Convivial speakeasy with a cozy vibe & old world atmosphere showcasing live jazz music.
Every day 7:30 PM – 12 AM
Lloyd Coffee Eatery - Grand-Place ★ 4.5 · 7.5k· €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
Lloyd Coffee Eatery - Impératrice ★ 4.6 · 3.6k· €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
Poechenellekelder ★ 4.6 · 4.1k· €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
Belgian Waffles & Brunch ★ 4.7 · 2.1k· €10-20
A restaurant in Brussels offering artisanal Belgian waffles and generous brunch options.
Every day 9 AM – 11 PM Planning time in Grand' Place?
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1 Grand Place / Grote Markt 2 Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries 3 Manneken Pis 4 The Coffin - Le Cercueil 5 Tropismes 6 Cabaret Mademoiselle 7 Brussels Pub Crawl 8 À La Mort Subite 9 The Music Village 10 Lloyd Coffee Eatery - Grand-Place Ready to plan Grand' Place? Turn these Grand' Place picks into a day-by-day Brussels plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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