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Royal Palace of Brussels
The Royal Palace of Brussels in the centre of the capital is the official palace of the King and Queen of Belgium, but the royals don’t actually live here. Instead, it’s where they work. Their main residence is actually located on the outskirts of Brussels. The Royal Palace is where state visits are held and it’s where Heads of State stay when in visiting the capital.
For more than 200 years, Belgian monarchs have worked from the Royal Palace and for most of the year it is closed to the public. However, since 1965, the doors have been opened in the summer months and the public has the opportunity to see the sumptuous rooms in all their glory and gain an insight into the lives of the King and Queen.
The palace is located in front of Brussels Park and facing the palace on the other side of the park is the Palace of the Nation, or the Belgian Federal Parliament building. The beautiful gardens that surround the palace make a fitting entrance to the palace and its imposing façade. In the late 19th century, King Leopold II decided that the palace wasn’t grand enough and he made various changes to the exterior, including the addition of various sculptures.
The palace opens to visitors after the national holiday on 21 July, until the beginning of September. Wander through the imposing Grand Hall with its collection of 19th century masterpieces, and the magnificent 45-metre long Throne Room, which is lit by 11 stunning chandeliers and an elaborate mosaic parquet floor. Art lovers also have an opportunity to see contemporary works from four of Belgium’s most critically acclaimed artists.
The Royal Palace of Brussels is located just east of downtown and can be reached by car or metro. There is ample street parking in the area for a modest fee. The palace gardens can be visited daily throughout the year, while in summer the interior can be accessed every day except for Monday. Admission is free.
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Top Royal Palace of Brussels Hotel & Accommodation Deals
Per night/room
29 Nov. - 30 Nov.
Warwick Brussels
Rue Duquesnoy 5-7, BrusselsThis family-friendly Brussels hotel is located in the historical district, just steps away from Moof Museum and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. La Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue are also within 5 minutes. Central Station is only a 3-minute walk and Bourse-Beurs Station is 7 minutes.
Per night/room
1 Dec. - 2 Dec.
Secret Suites Brussels Royal
Located in Upper Town, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Cirque Royal, Brussels Park and Belgian Comic Strip Center. Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium and La Grand Place are also within 15 minutes. Parc Station and Madou Station are within a 5-minute walk.
Per night/room
15 Dec. - 16 Dec.
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
Rue Bodenbroek 2/4, BrusselsLocated in Upper Town, this eco-friendly hotel is steps away from Church of Our Blessed Lady of the Sablon and Place du Grand Sablon. Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium and Manneken Pis Statue are also within 10 minutes. Petit Sablon Tram Stop and Royale Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
Per night/room
29 Nov. - 30 Nov.
Hotel Résidence Le Quinze
Grand-place 15, BrusselsLocated in Lower Town, this hotel is steps away from La Grand Place, Brussels City Hall and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. Manneken Pis Statue and Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium are also within 10 minutes. Central Station is only a 5-minute walk and Bourse-Beurs Station is 5 minutes.
Hotel Orts
Rue Auguste Orts 38 - 40, BrusselsLocated in Lower Town, this hotel is steps away from Halles de Saint-Gery and Brussels Stock Exchange. La Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue are also within 10 minutes. Bourse-Beurs Station is only a 2-minute walk and Anneessens Station is 6 minutes.
Per night/room
14 Dec. - 15 Dec.
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
Parochiaansstraat 15-27, BrusselsLocated in Upper Town, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cathedral of St. Michael and Brussels Park. La Grand Place and Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium are also within 10 minutes. Parc Station and Central Station are within a 5-minute walk.
Per night/room
18 Dec. - 19 Dec.
The Hotel
38 Boulevard de Waterloo, BrusselsLocated in Upper Town, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Egmont Palace, Place du Petit Sablon and Law Courts of Brussels. Church of Our Blessed Lady of the Sablon and Place du Grand Sablon are also within 10 minutes. Louise-Louiza Station is only a 2-minute walk and Poelaert Tram Stop is 5 minutes.
Per night/room
29 Nov. - 30 Nov.
NH Brussels Grand Place Arenberg
15 Rue D Assaut, BrusselsLocated in Lower Town, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cathedral of St. Michael and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. La Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue are also within 10 minutes. Central Station is only a 5-minute walk and De Brouckere Station is 6 minutes.
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