17 Nov 2025 Brussels is one of the most beautiful cities you can visit, not only in Belgium but in all of Europe. It boasts a rich history and culture, and its architecture will captivate you.
But if it's a wonderful place year-round, wait until you see it at Christmas, when it becomes magical. Discover with us the best places and things to do in Brussels this Christmas.
But since we know you're not alone, we've thought of each and every member of your family, from the little ones to the adults.
It seems difficult to find free plans that suit the whole family during the winter, but we've managed to do it, and we're going to give you all the information.
In some cases, only children are eligible for the free plan, so you'll decide whether paying only your entry fee is still worth it for all of you. Let's get to the plans.
In Brussels, you can find several museums that are open free of charge throughout the year. Some are the Parlamentarium and the House of European History, dedicated to the history of Europe. And if art is your thing, don't forget the BELvue Museum, which focuses on art based on the country's history.
In addition, there are other museums that offer free admission on specific days. You should arrive early to avoid lines. This is the case with the Magritte Museum, which has free admission on the first Sunday of every month, and the Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences, which does so on the first Wednesday of every month.
Special mention should be made of the wardrobe of the sculpture of the peeing boy, the symbol of the city, Manneken Pis. There, you'll notice that it has a clothing collection larger than that of the entire family—it's a very interesting sight to see.
A fun route you can take with the whole family is the search for the peeing sculptures in Brussels. It's a great way to walk through the historic centre of the Belgian capital, discovering monuments in a true treasure hunt.
To help parents, we'll give you the locations of the sculptures: the boy, the girl, and the dog, in that order. Manneken Pis, Rue de l'Etuve, 31; Jeanneke Pis, Impasse de la Fidélité, 10-12; and Zinneke Pis, Kartuizersstraat, 35.
On this route in search of the sculptures, you'll also take a tour of the main monuments. You can't miss emblematic places, full of beauty and, above all, plenty of space for the little ones to run and play freely.
The first is the Cinquantenaire Park, a true symbol of the city, with large gardens, interesting museums, and its monumental Triumphal Arch. The second is the Grand Place, one of the most beautiful places in the city and worth a visit of several hours.
The Grand Place is the soul of Christmas in Brussels. It's home to its famous Christmas market, a place full of life, light, food, and lots of Christmas. All members of the family will fall in love with one of Brussels' biggest attractions at Christmas.
During your visit to the Grand Place, you'll stroll among Christmas stalls where you can buy many gifts, crafts, and traditional homemade food. Of course, you won't miss the chance to take photos next to the city's huge Christmas tree.
From its opening and beginning in late November, the whole family can enjoy a fantastic night-time light and sound show. The Grand Place Christmas Market offers magic until the end of Christmas, in early January.
Remember when you visit the Grand Place, or any outdoor monument or venue, to dress warmly and bundle up, because the winter temperature is low here, even more so if you set out for a walk in the middle of the night. But nothing will dampen your adventurous spirit and your desire to discover Belgium's most festive city.
And speaking of Christmas markets, many of them extend throughout the city centre, giving the impression of walking through an endless Christmas village. Other must-visits located in the city centre are those in Place de la Bourse, where the Brussels Stock Exchange building is located, or Place Sainte-Catherine.
Before you head back to the historic center of Brussels and its surroundings, you might want to stop somewhere covered, warm, and full of Christmas spirit. We have the perfect place for you.
Galleries Royales St-Hubert are fantastic covered galleries that will delight fans of sophisticated restaurants, expensive shops, and chocolate shops. Besides being one of the most beautiful places in the city, at Christmas time it transforms into a must-see on your trip to Brussels.
Back on the streets of Brussels, a great idea for the family is to discover the comic book trail. Brussels, like the rest of Belgium, is the birthplace of comics. Great characters have emerged here, and comic book culture is very much alive.
Proof of this are the enormous murals painted throughout the city streets, paying tribute to great comic book figures. Tintin, Lucky Luke, Asterix, the Smurfs, Blake and Mortimer, among many others, await you.
Are you all ready for one of the best walks you'll take in Brussels? Without leaving Brussels city centre, without traveling far, we're going to visit an animal farm. Just as you read it.
We're heading to the Ferme du Parc Maximilien, a farm with animals in Maximilien Park where you can feel in direct contact with nature without leaving Brussels—a truly fabulous experience for the whole family.
After all the hustle and bustle, it's time to relax, and there's no better place to unwind with your family in Brussels than Latroupe, your family and home away from home in the Belgian capital. Come to the Latroupe Grand Place hostel for the best atmosphere or to the Le Berger and Jardin Secret hotels to discover local charm and top-notch facilities.
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