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Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels

Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 83 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$442 per adult
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Brussels : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide

Brussels : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$253 per adult
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Brussels: Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop with Tastings

Brussels: Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop with Tastings

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$632 per adult
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Follow your tailor-made day trip in Mechelen via your mobile phone (by bicy...

Follow your tailor-made day trip in Mechelen via your mobile phone (by bicy...

Activity duration is 12 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$27 per traveller*
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Attractions

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Brussels Train World Museum Entrance Ticket

Brussels Train World Museum Entrance Ticket

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$135 per adult
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What to do in Machelen

Popular places to visit

La Grand Place featuring a statue or sculpture

La Grand Place

The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.

La Grand Place
Atomium which includes a city

Atomium

The strangest piece of architecture in Brussels is a series of steel spheres that can be seen from across the city. The site houses a restaurant and museum.

Atomium
Avenue Louise

Avenue Louise

During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Avenue Louise
European Union Parliament Building

European Union Parliament Building

After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

European Union Parliament Building
Brussels Christmas Market

Brussels Christmas Market

You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Brussels Christmas Market
Manneken Pis Statue featuring a monument and a statue or sculpture as well as a large group of people

Manneken Pis Statue

This small statue of a urinating child has brought joy to Belgians for centuries and is now a national icon.

Manneken Pis Statue
Royal Palace of Brussels featuring a castle, an administrative building and heritage architecture

Royal Palace of Brussels

Enjoy a rare glimpse of a palace interior or admire the facade of the royal palace from Brussels Park. You might even see the King or Queen of the Belgians.

Royal Palace of Brussels
Mini-Europe showing heritage architecture and a city

Mini-Europe

Hundreds of replicas of Europe’s most famous attractions can be found at this amusement park located beneath the Atomium.

Mini-Europe
King Baudouin Stadium

King Baudouin Stadium

Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

King Baudouin Stadium

Areas of Machelen

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Diegem

Visitors to Diegem enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Chateau Marga is worth a stop.

Diegem
La Grand Place which includes château or palace, a square or plaza and a city

Brussels

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Frequently asked questions

Is Machelen worth visiting?
From shopping to outdoor adventures and history, there are loads of fun things to do in Machelen. Be sure to enjoy the area's blend of cool sights, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in Machelen?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Royal Palace of Brussels and Mini-Europe. Then, tour different parts of Machelen for a bite to eat and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Machelen?
Don't go home without visiting Royal Palace of Brussels, ranked the top tourist attraction in Machelen.
Is three days enough to stay in Machelen?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off the leading city highlights, including Royal Palace of Brussels, Belgian Comic Strip Centre and Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium. The average stay in Machelen is two days. If you have the urge to extend your trip, Brussels isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Machelen with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes a big difference. Browse our ideas for what to do in Machelen with kids.

What to do in Machelen for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Machelen, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Cantillon Brewery or Brussels Beer Project.
Are there free things to do in Machelen?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Machelen is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can visit without taking your wallet out. Cinquantenaire Park is one sight that doesn't have an admission fee.