🍻 Brussels Guide | Small attractions, many bars

To be honest, if you come to Brussels with the expectation of "spectacular landmarks + explosive attractions", you may be a little disappointed😭😭😭. The scenic spots in this city are generally not big, such as Manneken Pis (really a very small statue) and Town Hall Square (very beautiful but you can only walk around it once), which are basically "OK, come and see it, but it's over after you see it"😮💨😮💨😮💨. But - the soul of Brussels is not in these landmarks, but in the bars, food and daily atmosphere that will surprise you if you just turn around at the corner. 🍺 The real charm of Brussels: there are more bars than attractions! The density of bars here is extremely high, and each has its own style and personality. Whether you want to sit in the alleys and listen to jazz with dark beer, or want to have a monastery beer in a lively square, you can find a place that suits you. 📍 Recommended experience: ✅Find a bar with outdoor seating near the Town Hall Square and order a glass of La Chouffe or Delirium ✅We chose a puppet bar called Toone, which sometimes has puppet shows🎭, which is very atmospheric💕. On that day, they said they would take a day off the next day and gave us a free large beer🍻～😍😍 🔎 Small reminder: Some of the alcohol concentrations are surprisingly high, don't be fooled by the cute labels! (Some start at 9%, and drinking it as juice can cause problems 😂) 🧇 Food Recommendation｜The City of Muffins, French Fries and Cheese Brussels is not only good at making wine, but also very good at making snacks. This time we visited two muffin shops, which are high-end × affordable at once: 🧇 Food Recommendation｜The City of Muffins, French Fries and Cheese Brussels is not only about beer, but also desserts. This time we visited two muffin shops with completely different styles: 🍽 Maison Dandoy｜€10.5 Located in the gorgeous Galeries Royales Saint Hubert, it is the representative of high-end muffins in Brussels! The hot freshly baked muffins are crispy and thick, with KitKat chocolate cookie powder, and the atmosphere of the Golden Arches. Although the price is high, the atmosphere and taste are worth experiencing once. 💸 Galet｜€2.8 A street-side chain muffin brand with affordable prices and classic taste. The crust is crispy and the inside is chewy and sweet. It is perfect for walking and eating. It is very suitable for sightseeing walking trips ✨~ If you just want to experience Belgian waffles without spending too much, Galet is definitely a high-value-for-money choice! 🍟 Cheese fries! It is simply the representative of evil~~ Freshly fried thick potatoes topped with thick cheese sauce, which is especially healing when the weather is cold. They are sold in almost every street and alley, just choose a favorite one and queue up. ❄ Winter bonus: ice rink & Christmas atmosphere If you visit Brussels in winter like us, remember to go to the ice rink in the city! The lights are beautiful at night, the atmosphere is joyful, and there are Christmas market vendors, desserts, spiced wine and other snacks to visit. Even if you don’t skate, it is worth considering as a destination for an evening walk. ✅ Practical notes 🗺 The city is not big, the attractions are concentrated, and you can easily visit them by walking + subway 📸 Must-photograph landmarks: Grand Place, City Hall, Manneken Pis, St. Michel Cathedral ⏰ Recommended stay time: 1-2 days is just right, and it is recommended to leave the night for bars and markets 🎫 If you have a Belgian National Railway Pass, it is recommended to arrange a Brussels + Ghent/Bruges combination tour 💬 Conclusion｜Brussels is not the kind of city that "stuns at first sight", and even the public security and cityscape are not beautiful, but it will quietly keep you when you look back at the second glance of the cityscape, eat the third bite of pancakes, choose the fourth beer, and listen to the fifth music on the square. #European niche destinations #Brussels #Brussels attractions #Brussels food #New Year's good places 2025 #Belgium #Belgian Brussels