Brussels 1-Day Travel Guide 🇧🇪

Total Cost: Approximately 650 RMB Transportation: ~80 RMB Food & Drinks: ~200 RMB Shopping: ~150 RMB Tickets: ~100 RMB Other Expenses: 120 RMB 🚇 Transportation Recommend buying the STIB 24-hour Public Transport Pass (around 8 EUR), which covers subways, buses, and trams. You can also tap your Visa card directly for single rides (approx. 2.1 EUR per trip) 🎫. 🗺️ Itinerary Route 📍 Brussels Cathedral → Grand Place → Manneken Pis → Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert → Thrift Stores (Think Twice & Melting Pot Kilo) → Belgian Comic Strip Center → Brussels Park → Atomium 📅 Detailed 1-Day Schedule 08:30 AM – Brussels Cathedral (St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral) ⛪️ A 5-minute walk from Brussels Central Station, it’s one of Brussels’ most important Gothic buildings. The interior is solemn and serene, with stunning stained-glass windows. Admission is free (voluntary donations are welcome) ✨. 09:00 AM – Grand Place Brussels 🏰 Brussels’ core landmark, known as the “Most Beautiful Square in Europe.” It’s surrounded by gorgeous gilded buildings—photos turn out amazing on sunny days ☀️! 10:30 AM – Manneken Pis 👦 A short 5-minute walk away. The statue is small, and the area is lined with commercial streets and souvenir shops. I bought a fridge magnet and a Manneken Pis bottle opener here 🧲. 11:00 AM – Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert 🛍️ Europe’s oldest shopping arcade, with exquisite architecture and plenty of sunlight. It’s home to high-end chocolate shops and boutiques—try Neuhaus chocolate for its smooth texture 🍫. 12:30 PM – Lunch at Fin de Siècle 😋 A classic Brussels restaurant. Don’t miss the Beef Stew with Beer—paired with Belgian peach wine, it’s absolutely perfect! Average cost per person: around 20 EUR 🍷. 02:00 PM – Thrift Store Shopping 🧥 Think Twice: Has a large selection of vintage items with great value for money—recommend trying on pieces before buying. Melting Pot Kilo: Sells clothes by weight (affordable prices!). I found a delicate coat and a scarf here 🧣. 03:30 PM – Belgian Comic Strip Center 🏠 A must-visit for comic fans! It exhibits classic comics like The Adventures of Tintin and The Smurfs. Ticket price: 10 EUR 📚. 04:30 PM – Brussels Park ⛲️ Near the Royal Palace—great for a casual walk and photos. It’s super relaxing here 🌿. 06:00 PM – Atomium 🪩 Brussels’ iconic landmark, especially spectacular when lit up at night. Adult ticket: 16 EUR. Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Brussels 🌃! #StudyAbroadTravel #MustVisitTravelSpots #GlobalStudyAbroadTrips #Belgium #Brussels #Europe #Travel #EuropeTravel #TravelGuide