Things to do in Brussels: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Brussels (Belgium): Manneken Pis, Cathédrale Saints-Michel-et-Gudule - Sint-Michiels-en-Goedelekathedraal, Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste-au-Béguinage - Sint-Jan Baptist ten Begijnhofkerk, Maison de l'Histoire européenne - Huis van de Europese geschiedenis, Muséum des sciences naturelles de Belgique - Museum voor Natuurwetenschappen van België, 7 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Brussels

Hotels in Brussels

Frequently asked questions about Brussels

When is the best time to visit Brussels?

According to real weather data (2023-2024 averages), the months with 18–33 °C daytime highs and under 100 mm of rain in Brussels are: May, June, August, September.

How many days do you need in Brussels?

Our 7 day-by-day plans for Brussels last 2 to 6 days.

How much does a trip to Brussels cost?

On site (flights excluded), our plans start at €700–1000 per person for 4 days, including lodging, meals, visits and transport.

What to do in Brussels in 2 days?

Our “Brussels Essentials” plan: Day 1 — Grand-Place; Day 2 — Cathedral of St Michael and St Gudula.

What to do in Brussels in 3 days?

Our “Brussels and Leuven” plan: Day 1 — Grand-Place; Day 2 — Cathedral of St Michael and St Gudula; Day 3 — Leuven.

Where to stay in Brussels?

Close to the tourist centre: OPO (50 m), ibis Brussels City Centre (50 m), Novotel Brussels City Centre (100 m). Our directory lists 348 hotels in Brussels, to contact directly.

What to see in Brussels?

Some places to see in the centre: Manneken Pis, Cathédrale Saints-Michel-et-Gudule - Sint-Michiels-en-Goedelekathedraal, Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste-au-Béguinage - Sint-Jan Baptist ten Begijnhofkerk, Colonne du Congrès - Congreskolom, Maison de l'Histoire européenne - Huis van de Europese geschiedenis, Muséum des sciences naturelles de Belgique - Museum voor Natuurwetenschappen van België.

Sights in Brussels

Museums in Brussels

Parks and gardens in Brussels

Where to eat in Brussels