Apart from many excellent beer bars, Brussels also holds a range of one-of-a-kind bars. They usually stand out by their atypical setting and quirky decor, thereby creating a unique experience. Did you already know these special bars?

Steps from L’Athenée, STAM is a authentic Brussels bar situated on a pleasant little square, overlooked by the old, slightly battered buildings which feature in this part of Ixelles. When we are in the area, we love going there to have a beer in the ...

A newcomer in the Chatelain hood! As the little brother of the established restaurant Djo which focuses on dishes to share, the bistro-bar Voisin specializes in exquisite pasta dishes, hence their slogan ‘the place to pasta your time’. We quickly hea...

If you’re feeling hungry after visiting the Atomium, you might want to check out Thevy, a Thai restaurant on Avenue Houba de Strooper. The menu has a large selection of food on offer that isn’t too expensive. A main dish will cost between 12 and 15 e...

Imagine stage-coach horses at pasture in the swampy meadows along the canal. That’s what Tour and Taxis looked like a few centuries ago. The parcels belonged to the Italian family Von Thurn und Taxis, who became the pioneers of the European postal sy...

In this two-day itinerary, the first day is dedicated to a proper visit of the city center whereas the second one will take you to some more distant sights. The general outline of the route through the city center is somewhat similar to our one-day i...

During the Winter holidays, several Christmas markets take place in the different communes of Brussels, but the beating heart of the Winter festivities lies in the historical center that hosts the yearly Christmas market Plaisir d'Hiver (Winterpet). ...

A rainy day in Brussels isn’t exceptional, especially if you visit during off-season. On average, we have about 199 rainy days per year, but luckily it never rains the entire day. In between showers you can enjoy Brussels most important landmarks, bu...