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Inside Background
Architecture 
Many different architectural styles can be found in Brussels, and monuments...
Last edited: 01 March 2007
Culture 
Brussels is a very mixed and changing place in terms of people, cultures and...
Last edited: 26 March 2007
Health & Safety 
  Brussels is a small city of around 1 million people, and while bad things can...
Last edited: 12 June 2007
History 
The origins of Brussels go back to the 10th century when a Castle was built on...
Last edited: 26 May 2009
Neighborhoods 
The region of Brussels-Capital is composed of 19 municipalities but most of the...
Last edited: 08 July 2007
Recommended Reading 
Guidebooks The Rough Guide to Brussels: including Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp...
Last edited: 21 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Where to  find Information desks in Brussels : Brussels International...
Last edited: 13 July 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Weather-wise, the story in Brussels is much the same as in London, Paris and...
Last edited: 21 January 2007
Cautions for Disabled & Elderly 
Beware of loose and missing paving stones and potholes on pedestrian...
Last edited: 08 May 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most foreign travellers will come to Brussels either by train or plane...
Last edited: 06 July 2008
Getting Around 
On foot and by public transportation If you are staying in the city center and...
Last edited: 29 April 2006
Public Transportation 
The public transportation network in Brussels (and in Belgium in general) is...
Last edited: 10 August 2007
Taxis & Rental Cars 
The best places to get a taxi are airports, train stations, entrance of hotels...
Last edited: 07 November 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
This is a city with excellent international railway connections. You can make a...
Last edited: 21 January 2007
Events & Festivals 
Here are some links to; What's On In Brussels Info - Calendar of Events Brussels
Last edited: 09 November 2009
First-time Visitors 
Visiting Brussels Take a half day or a full day guided tour of the city to get a
Last edited: 11 January 2008
Museums & Attractions 
If you are taking your first trip to Brussels, be prepared for a wonderful...
Last edited: 22 March 2008
Nightlife 
Brussels offers numerous clubs, jazz clubs and bars for those who enjoy lively...
Last edited: 29 April 2006
The Performing Arts 
The  performing arts scene in Belgium is pretty amazing and diverse, with a lot...
Last edited: 14 December 2006
Shopping 
For Fashion and shopping in Brussels, If you want something different...
Last edited: 04 November 2006
Sports & Activities 
Walking Most tourist places are within walking distance and doing everything on...
Last edited: 12 May 2006
City Card 
Brussels Card is a city pass that permits you to use for free public transport...
Last edited: 10 November 2006
Cruise the river 
You can cruise the rivers and canals around Brussels with a variety of River...
Last edited: 29 August 2006
VIP sightseeing 
  Belgium, a small country with a huge amount of cultural heritage, a lot of...
Last edited: 01 April 2008
Atomium 
The Atomium reopened on February 18th, 2006. After more than one year of...
Last edited: 31 October 2006
Delirium 
If you're thinking of visiting Brussels and your plans also include some fun...
Last edited: 16 August 2008
Horta Museum (Musee Horta) 
 A fantastic museum, well worth finding. Victor Horta is one of the founders of...
Last edited: 27 October 2008
Musee David et Alice van Buuren 
It's located a bit out of the city centre but really worth it. The museum is an...
Last edited: 07 November 2006
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
  Belgian cuisine is famous, and not just because "French fries" were invented...
Last edited: 04 May 2007
Breakfast 
Here are some breakfast options: Le Pain Quotidien (Parvis St-Pierre)16 Parvis...
Last edited: 10 November 2006
Late-night Dining 
Wondering where and what to eat?  Then you happen along a path or you are in...
Last edited: 23 February 2007
Au Bon Bol 
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Last edited: 13 August 2009
La Boule Rouge 
An excellent restaurant / pizzeria near the Grand Place  Nice decor, excellent...
Last edited: 12 October 2009
Le Cercle des Voyageurs 
Went there last night after finding the nearby Ethiopian restraunt  to be...
Last edited: 12 October 2009
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Inside Belgium: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Belgium is one of the 15 countries that use the Euro as its national currency...
Last edited: 28 July 2009
Crossing the Border 
Belgium is party to the Schengen Agreement, this provides open borders across...
Last edited: 28 July 2009
Emergencies 
The emergency number in Belgium is 112. You can dial it from any telephone...
Last edited: 28 July 2009
Important Phrases 
The residents in the Southern portion of Belgium (Wallonia) speak French.  The...
Last edited: 08 March 2008
Telephones 
32 ( three two ) The International Telephone Country Code for Belgium. 00...
Last edited: 28 July 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping is not common in Belgium. Restaurant, taxi and hairdresser bills...
Last edited: 28 July 2009
Local public transport 
Local Public Transport in Belgium Local bus and tram services in Belgium are...
Last edited: 31 December 2006
Trains 
Belgium has a decent public transport system with buses, trams, trains and...
Last edited: 08 June 2008
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