Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a stunning central square in Brussels, surrounded by opulent guildhalls and two larger ediffices, the city's Town Hall, and the King's House or Breadhouse.
Currency
EUR (β¬)
Best time to visit
April to October
Languages
Dutch Β· French Β· German
Coordinates
50.847Β°, 4.352Β°
Key facts
1Grand Place is 68 meters long and 22 meters wide.
2The square is home to the Flower Carpet event every two years.
3The guildhalls surrounding the square were built between the 17th and 18th centuries.
Timeline
14th century: The Grand Place was created as the central market square of the city.
1695: The square was largely destroyed by fire, leading to its rebuilding in opulent Baroque style.
1998: Grand Place was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Grand Place
A UNESCO World Heritage site, this central square is surrounded by opulent guildhalls and two larger ediffices, the city's Town Hall, and the King's House or Breadhouse.
π 1-2 hoursπ₯ History enthusiasts and architecture lovers
Le Celtique offers a variety of Belgian and French breakfast delights, including waffles and pastries, in a cozy atmosphere near the Grand Place.
Grand Place 5, 1000 Brussels
β +32 2 514 43 43
π Walk-ins OK
β¬ Β· Belgian Β· Chocolateβ 4.5
Godiva Chocolatier
Godiva Chocolatier serves delicious breakfast treats, like chocolate-filled pastries and waffles, with a beautiful view of the Grand Place.
Grand Place 17, 1000 Brussels
β +32 2 511 11 11
π No reservations needed
β¬β¬ Β· Belgian Β· Frenchβ 4.1
Taverne du Passage
Taverne du Passage offers a wide range of Belgian dishes for lunch, including moules-frites and carbonade flamande, in a historic setting near the Grand Place.
Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert 12, 1000 Brussels
β +32 2 512 83 73
π Reservations recommended
β¬β¬β¬ Β· Belgian Β· Frenchβ 4.6
Comme Chez Soi
Comme Chez Soi serves exquisite Belgian cuisine for lunch, with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and creative presentation, near the Grand Place.
Place Rouppe 23, 1000 Brussels
β +32 2 513 04 52
π Reservations essential
β¬β¬ Β· Belgian Β· Frenchβ 4.4
Le Grand Colbert
Le Grand Colbert offers an extensive menu of Belgian and French dishes for dinner, including seafood and meat options, in a beautiful setting near the Grand Place.
Galerie de la Reine 5, 1000 Brussels
β +32 2 513 73 44
π Reservations recommended
β¬β¬β¬ Β· Belgian Β· Frenchβ 4.7
La Maison des Quatrans
La Maison des Quatrans serves refined Belgian cuisine for dinner, with a focus on seasonal ingredients and traditional cooking methods, near the Grand Place.