Brussels

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The city of Brussels is the capital of Belgium. It is also one of the most expensive cities in Europe, with a cost of living almost 90% higher than that of my home city, Bucharest.

Brussels is also the capital of the European Union and a business center. Its regular visitors are very well-paid and therefore can afford the high costs of hotels and restaurants available in Brussels.

How much does it cost to visit Brussels?

When visiting Brussels on a budget, aim to spend around € 45 per day. That is without including any accommodation costs. Look below for more information on the everyday average costs of visiting Brussels:


Brussels accommodation costs

Hotel or hostel for one person € 21 – 124
Typical double room € 42 – 248

Belgium budget travel advice
Accommodation costs in Brussels peak during the week, so it’s best to book your stay over the weekend.

Brussels food and drinks costs

A meal in an inexpensive restaurant € 10 – 20
A meal in a mid-range restaurant € 25 – 35
Local beer (0.5 liters, draught) € 3 – 4.50
Water (0.33 liter, bottle)
Tap water is safe to drink in Brussels however.		 € 1 – 3
Belgium travel costs for eating and drinking in Brussels

Brussels fares and public transport

One-way public transportation ticket € 2.10
Taxi (price per kilometer) € 1.80 – 2.50
Gasoline (1 liter) € 1.35 – 1.60
Belgium travel costs to get around Brussels

Brussels visiting costs – Top attractions in Brussels

Grand Palace Free
Royal Museum of the Armed Forces & Military History € 10
Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert Free
St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral Free
Parc du Cinquantenaire Free

Brussels City Pass

24h Brussels Card € 27
48h Brussels Card € 35

The Brussels Card provides you with free access to 41 museums. For a fee, you can add the optional unlimited travel on public transport or unlimited access to hop-on-hop-off buses.

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