Famous Buildings in Brussels, Belgium

Brussels' architectural highlights:

1. Atomium – 1958 Expo icon; 9 spheres = iron crystal ×165B. Panoramic views, exhibitions.
2. Grand Place (Grote Markt) – UNESCO square; Gothic Town Hall, King's House, guildhalls. Heart of the city.
3. Manneken Pis – tiny bronze boy peeing; beloved mascot, 1000+ costumes.
4. Royal Palace – King's official workplace; neoclassical; summer tours.
5. Cathedral of St. Michael & St. Gudula – Brabantine Gothic; national church; royal weddings.
6. Cinquantenaire Park – Triumphal arch, museums (AutoWorld, Military History, Art & History).
7. Mini-Europe – 350+ 1:25 scale EU landmarks; family favorite.

All accessible by metro/tram. Combine with chocolate, beer, and comic-strip mural tours.