Grand Place

  The Grand Place isn't just Brussels' central square - it's a stunning outdoor museum where every building tells a story of wealth and power from Belgium's golden age. Dominated by the dramatic 15th-century City Hall with its soaring 96-meter spire, the square is surrounded by opulent guild houses, their gold-decorated facades competing for attention like jewelry in a crown. At any time of day, this UNESCO World Heritage site captivates visitors with its Gothic and Baroque architectural details, while the surrounding cafes and chocolate shops add their own charm to this living piece of medieval Europe.