{"id":15236,"date":"2023-09-07T10:02:21","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T10:02:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tiqets-blog-staging.local\/belvue-museum\/"},"modified":"2025-08-16T10:48:49","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T10:48:49","slug":"belvue-museum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/blog\/belvue-museum\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Reasons to Visit BELvue Museum on Your Next Trip to Brussels","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>\u2013<\/em>\u00a0<em>This post was written by\u00a0Emma Levin<\/em>\u00a0<em>\u2013<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the BELvue Museum, you will soon learn there\u2019s more to the country than waffles and beer. Starting from the early 19th century, the BELvue focuses on seven socio-political themes of Belgium&#8217;s history, featuring interactive exhibits and over 200 unique Belgian objects. From everyday items, like Tupperware and utensils, to controversial political cartoons, the BELvue Museum invites us all to understand what it truly means to be Belgian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the grand and historic H\u00f4tel Bellevue, the museum is the perfect experience for friends, a school group, or even a solo exploration. If you\u2019re planning your next visit to Brussels, here are the six reasons you should visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/belvue-museum-tickets-l146755\/?partner=tiqetsblog&amp;tq_campaign=BelvueMuseumLink\">BELvue Museum<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div data-tiqets-widget=\"discovery\" data-cards-layout=\"horizontal\" data-content-type=\"product\" data-content-ids=\"975824\" data-partner=\"tiqetsblog\" data-tq-campaign=\"BelvueMuseumWidget\"><\/div><script defer src=\"https:\/\/widgets.tiqets.com\/loader.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-enjoy-a-crash-course-in-belgiums-history\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Enjoy a crash course in Belgium&#8217;s history<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/234153_048-BELvue-03-2022_6016x4049.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-228933\" style=\"width:1024px;height:683px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo of one of the halls in BELvue Museum in Brussels by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belvue.be\/en\/expo\/looking-for-the-end-of-the-world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gil Plaquet<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The BELVue Museum is THE place to go to learn about Belgium&#8217;s history. If you\u2019re looking for a crash course in everything related to Belgium, then you\u2019ve come to the right place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The BELvue offers an immersive history lesson where visitors can touch, hear, explore, and see Belgium\u2019s history, starting from its point of independence from the Northern Netherlands. Museum-goers will enjoy walking through seven socially-themed rooms: democracy, prosperity, solidarity, pluralism, migration, language, and Europe. Within each room are interactive exhibits, present-day testimonials, and over 200 objects designed to answer the question: <em>what does it mean to be Belgian?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you peruse the interactive exhibits, you will be invited to reflect on democracy and what it means for Belgium to commit to democracy. At the BELvue, history is brought to life through sound, visual, and physical exhibits, offering a contemporary perspective to the country\u2019s unique history.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-peruse-over-200-unique-belgium-objectsnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Peruse over 200 unique Belgium objects <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/objects.jpeg\" alt=\"BELvue Museum room\" class=\"wp-image-228863\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Collectium of over 200 Belgium&#8217;s historical objects. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visit.brussels\/en\/professionals\/venue-details.BELvue-museum.233379\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit.brussels<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the coolest aspects of the BELvue Museum is that it\u2019s a physical memory of Belgium. You will get to touch and see a varied collection of everyday objects and unique artifacts that cover Belgium&#8217;s past and present-day life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From old-school radios to dining room chairs to an antique motorcycle, the museum is home to over 200 unique objects. You can see a famous lithograph by Magritte, crystal vases by Val Saint-Lambert, and even a football signed by the Red Devils!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each room in the museum is centered around a different theme that utilizes technologies to fully immerse visitors in the life of a Belgian. The BELvue offers a visible and tangible history of Belgium to show how history is not an end but a way to interpret the present.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-host-your-birthday-party-or-school-trip-at-the-belvue\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Host your birthday party or school trip at the BELvue<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Does your child want to be the minister of Belgium for a day? Who doesn\u2019t? There are plenty of child-friendly activities and interactive educational exhibits at the BElvue museum, making it perfect for school groups or your child\u2019s next birthday party.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The museum uses educational tools created by seconded teachers and educational specialists to offer all kinds of activities relating to democracy, history, and justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you prefer a guided tour, lecture, or interactive workshop, the BELvue ensures activities are kid-friendly and meet educational requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also host your child\u2019s birthday party at the museum. Party-goers act as explorers on a scavenger hunt utilizing interactive tools to discover the museum. The party ends on a high note: a room for snacks and cake!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-the-belvue-prides-itself-on-accessibility\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. The BELvue prides itself on accessibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ac.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-228899\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Visitors can touch, hear, explore, and see Belgium\u2019s history. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belvue.be\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BELvue<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The BELvue is designed to be as accessible and inclusive as possible. The museum guarantees multiple ways to physically access all areas of the building, so it\u2019s easy for those with reduced mobility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, those who are blind or visually impaired can fully explore the museum by following the BELvue\u2019s sensory trail. The museum has included tangible objects and impressionable map designs with explanations in Braille. Additionally, the BELvue offers a paired digital audio guide or videos with subtitles to ensure the BELvue is a genuinely interactive and accessible experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The BELvue also has free museum days on the first Sunday of every month and every Wednesday afternoon after 2 p.m.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"5-the-museum-is-near-other-major-brussels-landmarksnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. The museum is near other major Brussels landmarks <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/from-outside.jpg\" alt=\"BELvue Museum is surruonded by other Brussel's landmarks.\" class=\"wp-image-228880\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">BELvue Museum in Brussels by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visit.brussels\/en\/professionals\/venue-details.BELvue-museum.233379\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit.brussels<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Belvue Museum is located in the center of Brussels, making it an ideal location for first-time visitors to this beautiful city. The museum is located right next to the Royal Palace, the Royal Park, the St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, and other major historical institutions, making it easy to visit multiple attractions in one area. It\u2019s also only a seven-minute walk from the Centraal train station, so it&#8217;s an accessible location, no matter where you\u2019re coming from in the city.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-tiqets-widget=\"discovery\" data-cards-layout=\"responsive\" data-content-type=\"product\" data-content-ids=\"976344,976316,1058401\" data-partner=\"tiqetsblog\" data-tq-campaign=\"BelvueMuseumWidget\"><\/div><script defer src=\"https:\/\/widgets.tiqets.com\/loader.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"6-the-hotel-bellevue-is-gorgeousnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. The H\u00f4tel Bellevue is gorgeous <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/hotell_bellevue-1.jpg\" alt=\"H\u00f4tel Belvue architecture from outside.\" class=\"wp-image-228861\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">H\u00f4tel Bellevue from outside by <a href=\"https:\/\/belvuehotel.com\/en\/photo-gallery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">H\u00f4tel Belvue<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The final reason to visit the BELvue Museum is for the gorgeous, opulent building itself.&nbsp; With its lavish staircases, gold ornate finishes, and beautifully painted ceiling, the BELvue Museum is something to admire. The building has had many lives but was most popular as a hotel in the 18th century. The hotel housed very important guests and foreign dignitaries, from King Edward VII to Franz Liszt, many of whom stayed in the hotel\u2019s grandiose suits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The building is well organized and spread out, so museum-goers do not feel cramped as they admire the building\u2019s rich features and special artifacts. For those who appreciate architecture or are eager to see luxuries from another time, the BELvue Museum is a must-see.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"grab-tickets-to-the-belvue-museum\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Grab tickets to the BELvue Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tickets-for-belvue-museum\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/brussels-attractions-c60843\/tickets-for-belvue-museum-p975824\/?partner=tiqetsblog&amp;tq_campaign=BelvueMuseumLink\">Tickets for BELvue Museum<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This ticket grants admission to the BELvue Museum on a specific day. Tickets will be instantly delivered to your email, which can be flashed at the entrance. Museum-goers will also enjoy an audio guide, available in Dutch, English, French, and German to deepen their museum experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div data-tiqets-widget=\"discovery\" data-cards-layout=\"horizontal\" data-content-type=\"product\" data-content-ids=\"975824\" data-partner=\"tiqetsblog\" data-tq-campaign=\"BelvueMuseumWidget\"><\/div><script defer src=\"https:\/\/widgets.tiqets.com\/loader.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"brussels-card\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/brussels-attractions-c60843\/tickets-for-brussels-card-p976316\/?partner=tiqetsblog&amp;tq_campaign=BelvueMuseumLink\">Brussels Card<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Brussels Card is an amazing travel card for first-time or repeat visitors to Brussels. It provides the full Brussels experience with unlimited free access to 49 museums within 24, 48, or 72-hour time frames. It\u2019s the perfect way to visit the BELvue Museum and other must-see museums, like the Jewish Museum of Belgium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div data-tiqets-widget=\"discovery\" data-cards-layout=\"horizontal\" data-content-type=\"product\" data-content-ids=\"976316\" data-partner=\"tiqetsblog\" data-tq-campaign=\"BelvueMuseumWidget\"><\/div><script defer src=\"https:\/\/widgets.tiqets.com\/loader.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-get-to-the-belvue-museumnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to get to the BELvue Museum <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"%25e2%259c%2588%25ef%25b8%258f-how-to-get-to-the-belvue-museum-from-the-brussels-airportnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2708\ufe0f <strong>How to get to the BELvue Museum from the Brussels Airport<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re traveling from the Brussels Airport to the BELvue Museum, then take the 12 train line, also known as the \u201cAirport Line, &#8221; to Trone Station. It is about a 35-minute train ride, and it costs \u20ac7 for one way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-closest-train-stations-to-the-belvue-museumnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">  <strong>What are the closest train stations to the BELvue Museum? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The BELvue museum is closest to the Centraal station, the Trone station, and the Royale tram stop. Each station is only a few minutes walk away from the BELvue Museum.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"grab-the-brussels-card-and-stib-public-transport-cardnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">  <strong>Grab the Brussels Card and STIB Public Transport card <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/brussels-attractions-c60843\/tickets-for-brussels-card-stib-public-transport-p976318\/?partner=tiqetsblog&amp;tq_campaign=BelvueMuseumLink\">combined ticket offer<\/a> includes both the Brussels card and a public transportation card to make your trip to Brussels that much easier. You will have access to 49 museums as well as access to all STIB buses, trams, and metro lines for either 24, 48, or 72 hours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"is-there-parking-at-the-belvue-museumnbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">  <strong>Is there parking at the BELvue Museum? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The museum has no parking, but you can park your car on nearby streets. You can park across from the museum on Place des Palais as well as on Rue des Soles\/Stuiversstraat and Place du Tr\u00f4ne\/ Troonplein; however, there are charges for these parking spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Are you planning your first-ever visit to Brussels? 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