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Grand-Place

In the City Center, Brussels 1000, Belgium
00 32 (0)2 279 43 65
As featured in 3 days in Brussels and 1 other guide
Ranked #1 of 161 attractions in Brussels
4.5 of 5 stars 1139 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Historic Sites
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Shopping
Fee: No
Traveller Description: The Grand Place, which I have visited several times, was largely cordoned off by barriers on Friday 6 August.  The buildings are certainly very fine... more »
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adelaide australia
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

well worth a visit, very beautiful buildings and it highlighted the architecture of Brussels. More

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18 reviews 18 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Bring an extra camera battery and an appetitie for sweets in one or more of numerous candy stores. One of Europe's grand places is must see. More

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keighley
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Forget Manneken Pis and concentrate your time around here. More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

A beautiful square; a great people watching place. More

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philippines
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Standing in the middle of this place is amazing with all this great structures around you. There are lots of people but its worth being there. the area is also sorrounded by different shops where you can get the famous Belgian chocolates. I really enjoyed my visit there. More

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London, England
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69 reviews 69 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Too many tourists to really get the atmosphere, go early before they arrive. More

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Thornhill, Canada
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

The crush of tourists and some construction took away from the pleasure of the area. More

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Brussels, Belgium
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

What a fantastic square.It takes your breath away,especially at dusk or night time More

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Houston
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53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW
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Great historical significance, architecture makes you want to just stand there and stare. You can't go to Brussels without appreciating the magnificence of the Grand Place. More

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Brighton, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Great place to start an afternoon exploring Brussels More

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