Place Rogier is not exactly one of Brussels’ most romantic or most memorable streets; however, there are tourist attractions located here which command thousands, even millions of visitors per month. Place Rogier is a very unusual location to spend your vacations at; however, once you know the treasures located nearby, you too would agree that Place Rogier should be more popular than it is today.
Some of the tourist landmarks found within Place Rogier include Jardin Botanique and Rue Neuve. Jardin Botanique, as you probably know, is one of Brussels’ most popular parks and gardens. Located in a sprawling property near Bouchout Castle, Jardin Botanique or the National Botanic Garden of Belgium is where you can find hundreds, if not, thousands of species of plants and flowers from all over Belgium and the world. This greenhouse, museum, and park in one boasts some of the finest collections of flora and fauna in the world.
If you plan to see the garden for yourself, you may need to join a tour or a group. If you are willing to go on the trip alone, take note that you will have to prepare around 5 Euros for admission and you must schedule your trips between 9:30 AM until 4:30 PM.
Another location which is worth checking out when you get to Brussels is Rue Neuve. It’s unusual to consider an entire street a tourist landmark but Rue Neuve has gained the reputation as one of Brussels’ best shopping districts. Luxurious and bargain items are literally sold side by side on this side of Brussels. You can find luxury shops and stores on one end and thrift shops on another. It is a special meeting point in Brussels for shopaholics and thrifty spenders.
If you want to find unusual souvenir items, Rue Nueve might just be the best place to shop at. Everything there is so varied and different, you almost won’t find a duplicate outside Brussels.
Sablon Antiques Market and Rue Neuve may be considered as the best shopping destinations; however, if you are looking for a little more variety and a little more class, Rue Neuve is indeed the best place to go to.
Rue Neuve is a very safe place to shop at; since it is a pedestrian street, cars are virtually not allowed to enter or drive through the area. This means, you don’t want to worry about vehicle traffic when you approach this side of Place Rogiers; however, you do have to worry about the crowds though, especially when it is shopping season, like a few days before and after Christmas.
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Thursday, April 19, 2012
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
How to Spend 3 Nights in Brussels
Frankly speaking, three (3) days is never enough to tour Brussels with. There’s just so many sights and scenes going on around at the same time, a mere three days is not enough to capture them all; however, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to see the best of Brussels in three days.
This short guide will help you make the most out of your three-day trip in Brussels so when you leave the city, you’ll have enough memories to last you a lifetime.
Day One
Head down to the Central Station to see the heart of Brussels. From here, you will find the Grand Place and Manneken Pis. The Grand Place is Brussels’ most popular area and where most city-wide events take place. The Manneken Pis, on the other hand, is one of Brussels’ most popular statues. It is open for all to see so make sure to grab a picture of it for souvenir-keeping purposes.
From here, you can also find the Chocolate Museum, Beer Museum, Waffle Factory, and the Fish Market.
From Grand Place, ride a bus to the Cinquantenaire Park where you can find the Royal Military Museum and the Triumph Arch. Within proximity is the Royal Museum of Art and History. If you are fond of vintage cars, head down to the AutoWorld which holds a varied collection of different vintage cars.
The best place to get your meals on the first day would be at the Grand Place. Shops and restaurants line the arcade in this area.
Day Two
On the second day of your stay, proceed to Place Royal where you can find the following museums: Royal Palace Dynasty Museum, Royal Museum of Fine Arts, and Museum of Musical Instruments.
If you’re not fond of museum explorations, simply proceed to the Royal Park Theatre or see the Belgian Federal Parliament. Place Royal is a fairly large place and you might spend a good 3 hours to go through the area.
From Place Royal, take a bus down to see one of Brussels’ most popular structures, the Atomium. You can also find the Brussels Planetarium in this area which is a very interesting place for kids.
End your second day trip by going through the Gardens of Laekken. The Gardens of Laekken is where you can find hundreds, even thousands, of different species of flowers and plants.
Day Three
Perhaps the best way to spend your third and last day in Brussels would be through a little shopping spree. If you are looking for discounts and random items, go to the Antiques Market in Sablon or in Marche aux Puces. Rue Neuve is also a good shopping district in Brussels; however, you will need to walk to or take bus to Rue Neuve. If your budget permits it, you may want to do a little luxury shopping at the Louise Square where you can find the boutiques of Channel and Cartier, among others.
This short guide will help you make the most out of your three-day trip in Brussels so when you leave the city, you’ll have enough memories to last you a lifetime.
Day One
Head down to the Central Station to see the heart of Brussels. From here, you will find the Grand Place and Manneken Pis. The Grand Place is Brussels’ most popular area and where most city-wide events take place. The Manneken Pis, on the other hand, is one of Brussels’ most popular statues. It is open for all to see so make sure to grab a picture of it for souvenir-keeping purposes.
From Grand Place, ride a bus to the Cinquantenaire Park where you can find the Royal Military Museum and the Triumph Arch. Within proximity is the Royal Museum of Art and History. If you are fond of vintage cars, head down to the AutoWorld which holds a varied collection of different vintage cars.
The best place to get your meals on the first day would be at the Grand Place. Shops and restaurants line the arcade in this area.
Day Two
On the second day of your stay, proceed to Place Royal where you can find the following museums: Royal Palace Dynasty Museum, Royal Museum of Fine Arts, and Museum of Musical Instruments.
If you’re not fond of museum explorations, simply proceed to the Royal Park Theatre or see the Belgian Federal Parliament. Place Royal is a fairly large place and you might spend a good 3 hours to go through the area.
From Place Royal, take a bus down to see one of Brussels’ most popular structures, the Atomium. You can also find the Brussels Planetarium in this area which is a very interesting place for kids.
End your second day trip by going through the Gardens of Laekken. The Gardens of Laekken is where you can find hundreds, even thousands, of different species of flowers and plants.
Day Three
Perhaps the best way to spend your third and last day in Brussels would be through a little shopping spree. If you are looking for discounts and random items, go to the Antiques Market in Sablon or in Marche aux Puces. Rue Neuve is also a good shopping district in Brussels; however, you will need to walk to or take bus to Rue Neuve. If your budget permits it, you may want to do a little luxury shopping at the Louise Square where you can find the boutiques of Channel and Cartier, among others.
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