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Grand-Place

In the City Center, Brussels 1000, Belgium
00 32 (0)2 279 43 65
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Ranked #1 of 177 attractions in Brussels
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Historic Sites
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Shopping
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: Considered one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Europe, the ornate Grand Place is the center of Brussels, where many historic buildings... more » Owner description: Considered one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Europe, the ornate Grand Place is the center of Brussels, where many historic buildings dating from the 17th century are located. « less
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Québec city area
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Grand Place is the place in the heart of Brussels. Of course we strolled through the throngs of people. We got a chance to be there for around 7 am. That's the ideal time to take pictures of the buildings from different distances and angles without interfering with someone else's picture taking. Plan to take walks on side streets from... More

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Porto, Portugal
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Absolutely amazing. I dropped by the Grand Place everyday of my visit to Brussels just to be sure that I have not imagined it. Every building, every ornament, every statue feels as it could only function in this place, and you can't even decide where to look next. One of my favourite attractions ever, for sure.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Everything about the grand place and surrounding areas is beautiful, but beware, do not enter Brussels when on a diet, the chocolate shops are divine!

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Cheltenham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Brilliant, historical architecture all around and lots of chocolate shops for those with such cravings (and plenty of money!).

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PARIS
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The most beautiful place I've even seen. Even more beautiful in the evening when the old buildings are illuminated. Worth seeing!

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Amazing. It looks like the Grand-Palace is make out of lace. Such a beautiful building. This is the heart of Brussels and tourist central so can be very busy. Do come back in the night because the place take on a whole different aspects and I think it is even more beautiful at night with the effects of the lights... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

If I could revisit one spot in Brussels, the Grand-Place would be it. It's swarming with tourists, sure, but in this case, the tourists have the right idea. The architecture here is exquisite. Stand in the center, block out the student groups and portrait painters, and just take it in.

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Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Admittedly, you are likely to see every other tourist in Brussels there, snapping pictures, enjoying a drink, or shopping for chocolate, but this is the must see tourist attraction of this European Capitol. The architecture is simply stunning.

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Jakarta, Indonesia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

It was said that the place is the old city's town hall. It is surrounded by tall beautiful buildings, and one of them is the residence of the legendary Victor Hugo.

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Mumbai (Bombay), India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

All the restaurants set out their tables in the Place, there are flower and artist stalls, and most of Brussels ends up there. The atmosphere is brilliant,and there is music everywhere.

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