Belgian-capital and haven for waffles, chocolates, and frites. The official language spoken here is French, German and Dutch, but most of its population know Spanish, English, Italian, and Arabic. So you consider yourself a bilingual? That's cute. The average Belgian knows 3-4 languages. 

WHAT

sightseeing, dining

WHERE

City of Brussels

DURATION

1 day

Day 1 - Full Day

Sightseeing

1. Grand Place - central square surrounded by opulent buildings and cafes.

2. Manneken Pis - don't expect much, but it's a popular landmark of a naked boy taking a wee.

3. Parc du Cinquantenaire - historical/military site with flower gardens and fountains

4. Palais de Bruxelles - royal palace with open tours in the summer

5. Musée Magritte - if you like surrealism

6. Atomium - iconic atom sculpture, a little far from the city, but you could also visit Mini Europe.

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Dining

Disclaimer: I was here during the fasting month for a short layover. 

I only went for the waffles and frites tbh. 

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1. Maison Dandoy $$ - this place has set my standards for Belgian waffles high. Add cooked strawberries as a side.

2. Los Churros and Waffles $ - classic streetfood. cash only.

3. Chocopolis $$ - authentic Belgian chocolates

4. Elisabeth Chocolatier $$ - huge meringues and a variety of chocolates

5. Le Comptoir de Mathilde $$ - hot chocolate to go

6. Friterie Tabora $ - fried to order frites

(Updated 2018)

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