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This structure is super cool! I didn't get the chance to go inside as I arrived about 10 minutes after the last entrance time (5:30 pm) due to stand still traffic around the Atomium so plan accordingly. If you were trying to uber like I did then you may be faster walking from the entrance or leaving the main area to get a faster pickup to leave. Although it's about a 15-20 minute drive from Brussels Nord train station, it is connected to a lovely nearby park which attracts families on weekends.
The Atomium is quite unique and can be seen from some trains as you approach Brussels. It is a bit over 300 feet tall and clad in aluminum, so it is hard to miss. It was built in 1958 in conjunction with some World's Fair, from a similar timeframe as the Space Needle in Seattle. The design is supposed to be super-enlarged representation of an iron crystal, I think. It has 9 large spheres attached together with tubes. We rode the subway out to the Heysel station for less than 3 Euros apiece. From there, it is a less than 10-minute walk to the Atomium. I had purchased tickets online in advance (I could not buy them too far in advance, but when I checked back about 4 - 6 weeks ahead I was able to get them). The tickets are just good for a given day - no time slot involved. We went on a Friday and it appeared we could have just gotten tickets when we walked up. Weekends may be busier, though. When you first arrive, they insist on taking your photo (to try to sell you a copy later). This practice usually makes me feel a bit of a cheesy tourist vibe. You then ascend an elevator in the central column up to the top sphere. There, you can do a circuit and take in the views. There is a restaurant there on an upper floor, but we did not check it out. You next descend back via the same elevator to the ground floor again, where you are free to use the escalators and stairs to ascend a couple of levels up. The exhibits about the 1958 World's Fair were somewhat intersting. You can get an impression of what the original fair's layout was like, and still see some pavilions that got converted to other uses in the distance. As you continue up, the areas with the artistic light shows were less interesting. One seemed like you were inside a giant toaster. From there, you descend stairs back down to the ground level again and exit through the gift shop. This is worth seeing once, but I'd categorize it more as a 'see it if you have time' attraction.
Beautiful place to experience in Brussels. It was super crowded no matter what time of the day. The lines to the top observation was too long so I didn't get a chance to see it or the views. I took pictures outside and take the exhibition inside without the observation deck. Tickets are purchased online.
Last minute visit to this beautiful piece of engineering, and it did not disappoint. Beautiful structure, cool pictures, and very well kept. Buy the tickets online to save some money, couple with mini europe for extra savings. Advice: come early, lots of walkikg and alot to see, great idea to bring your family.
Atomium is super neat in the Brussels skyline, whether you go up into the orbs or just stroll around the outside. It was built for the 1958 World's Fair in Brussels, and served its purpose there, falling into disrepair afterward. But in the early 2000s, it was luckily renovated and re-opened, looking brand-spankin' new. The modernist structure is almost 350 feet high, made of steel, and weighs over 5 million pounds - that's a lot of Atomium! The orbs each house different galleries of cultural and artistic merit, all connected by escalators and elevators that soar through the tubes. Being such an iconic piece of Brussels history, definitely make it a point to visit Atomium, whether you go inside or just view the gigantic structure from outside/below!
I had my suspicions this was a tourist trap, but I never imagined how terrible it would be. The view from the top is nice and the light & sound exhibition was fun, but altogether not worth the 16€ and long waits. Architecturally is definitely a curiosity and you should take a picture of yourself with it on the background, as it is a landmark, but it is nothing remarkable on the inside. For the panoramic view there is a fast elevator that only takes 22 seconds to go up (it just takes quite a while to get into the elevator). For the exhibitions there are escalators for the first 3 levels then you must clim 80 steps. There are no escalators to go back down to the ground floor and must descend 160 steps.
The Atomium! I am a science nerd and loved physics going through school. So, a huge atom with fun escalators? I had to check it out with my family. Aside from being very social-media-photo-worthy, this place is definitely worth a visit inside. I recommend coming early as possible to avoid lines for the elevator. Also, hopefully you're not there when there are hundreds of school kids on a field trip!
Need a touristy thing to do in Brussels? Visit the Atomium! There are bus and metro stops so close to the Atomium, so it's easily accessed by public transport. It's also close to mini Europe. There was a long line to purchase tickets, so I recommend getting them online. Students get discounted tickets with ID. The restroom inside costs 0.50 Euros lol. The tickets get you admission to go up the Atomium. The escalators go to all the floors, so you get views of the city from the top. There's information at each stop telling of construction and history, etc. Next to the ticketing office is a cafe to get waffles and ice cream. There are outdoor tables. If you walk toward the bus stop, there's a water fountain. You'll get a nice view of the Atomium from the grassy area.
Unfortunately I have to say this spot is a bit of a tourist trap. We were excited to visit the Atomium to see the views of Brussels but it was a bit of a letdown and we had to wait over an hour to take the elevator up to the top. When we first got into the Atomium building we didn't know that the escalators only take you to the middle and so we went through that portion of the exhibit first before realizing that we had to join a very long line to take the elevator to the top. We ended up waiting in the line for over an hour only to get to the top and spent less than 10 min up there as the view was pretty blocked by the windows and other obstructions. Perhaps it would have been nicer and quicker if we visited early in the day but at least it's a quick train ride from the city center so if you have time it might be worth a visit.
This place was on my bucket list for places to visit in Belgium. We took the train to station and walked a few minutes to the museum. Masks were required and the entrance was nicely organized. We actually purchased our tickets online ahead of time so didn't have to wait at the long lines for tickets. We took the escalators to all the floors and got to see a spectacular view of the city from the top. The structure is so unique. And there are placards that display all the information about its history and construction. The display inside is wonderu Lastly, upon completing the tour, we saw a nice cafe downstairs and couple of other snack shops. Got some waffles and ice cream and coffee for a nice afternoon snack.
I'm really thrilled we chose to come late in the day on a whim. Crowds were light, which made the experience enjoyable. It's a cool tourist site. Beautiful views from the top. We spent less time in the "museum" part, but the music/light section of the interior was funky and fun. Last, we were happily surprised to stumble across the "outside my window" pandemic photo art exhibit inside. There was much more one could enjoy if time weren't an issue. Walking through the park across the way was lovely. Wish we could've spent more time there, but we had to get back. Getting there was an easy Metro ride to/from the Grand Plaza area.
This was such a pretty place especially when the sun hits it correctly. With the tour it's 16 euros per person and 8.5 for kids. A little pricy but you can combine it with the Little Europe tickets! I definitely recommend for a good view and lovely photos! Overall a 4.5 just because the top is a little boring as you will probably only stay up there for a 10 minute experience. But the light shows and the glowing escalators made up for it and was absolutely beautiful!
1 month ago
Fun stop in Brussels! The Atomium is super cool to see up close, and the visit starts with an elevator ride straight to the top for awesome city views--you can even spot Mini‑Europe from up there. After that, you walk through the different spheres, including one with the history of the 1958 World's Fair and some fun light shows. Overall, a unique and interesting place to explore. We got the combo ticket with Mini‑Europe and the Design Museum, which made it a great little day trip. read more
Atomium was one of the stops on the TOOT bus tour. I didn't know what Atomium was until I saw this all silver structure so I knew I had to check it out. The complex has a small restaurant with plenty of outdoor seating and a gift shop where the ticket can be purchased. Then I went into the to primary structure. On each floor, there are photos and information on each floor. On some floors there are neon lighting, or windows overlooking the area or strobe lighting. It was actually a very interesting exhibit/structure. Definitely, check it out - so glad I did. read more
1 year ago
Visited last February this place in Brussels Belgium. This is a landmark modernist building constructed as the centerpiece of the 1958 Brussels World Fair . It was beautiful site to visit . read more
1 year ago
This structure is super cool! I didn't get the chance to go inside as I arrived about 10 minutes after the last entrance time (5:30 pm) due to stand still traffic around the Atomium so plan accordingly. If you were trying to uber like I did then you may be faster walking from the entrance or leaving the main area to get a faster pickup to leave. Although it's about a 15-20 minute drive from Brussels Nord train station, it is connected to a lovely nearby park which attracts families on weekends. read more
The Atomium is quite unique and can be seen from some trains as you approach Brussels. It is a bit over 300 feet tall and clad in aluminum, so it is hard to miss. It was built in 1958 in conjunction with some World's Fair, from a similar timeframe as the Space Needle in Seattle. The design is supposed to be super-enlarged representation of an iron crystal, I think. It has 9 large spheres attached together with tubes. We rode the subway out to the Heysel station for less than 3 Euros apiece. From there, it is a less than 10-minute walk to the Atomium. I had purchased tickets online in advance (I could not buy them too far in advance, but when I checked back about 4 - 6 weeks ahead I was able to get them). The tickets are just good for a given day - no time slot involved. We went on a Friday and it appeared we could have just gotten tickets when we walked up. Weekends may be busier, though. When you first arrive, they insist on taking your photo (to try to sell you a copy later). This practice usually makes me feel a bit of a cheesy tourist vibe. You then ascend an elevator in the central column up to the top sphere. There, you can do a circuit and take in the views. There is a restaurant there on an upper floor, but we did not check it out. You next descend back via the same elevator to the ground floor again, where you are free to use the escalators and stairs to ascend a couple of levels up. The exhibits about the 1958 World's Fair were somewhat intersting. You can get an impression of what the original fair's layout was like, and still see some pavilions that got converted to other uses in the distance. As you continue up, the areas with the artistic light shows were less interesting. One seemed like you were inside a giant toaster. From there, you descend stairs back down to the ground level again and exit through the gift shop. This is worth seeing once, but I'd categorize it more as a 'see it if you have time' attraction. read more
Beautiful place to experience in Brussels. It was super crowded no matter what time of the day. The lines to the top observation was too long so I didn't get a chance to see it or the views. I took pictures outside and take the exhibition inside without the observation deck. Tickets are purchased online. read more
1 year ago
This is fantastic! Make sure to go to the top for exceptional views. Trying the restaurant at the top too. Will review after we've had a chance to taste! read more
Last minute visit to this beautiful piece of engineering, and it did not disappoint. Beautiful structure, cool pictures, and very well kept. Buy the tickets online to save some money, couple with mini europe for extra savings. Advice: come early, lots of walkikg and alot to see, great idea to bring your family. read more
Atomium is super neat in the Brussels skyline, whether you go up into the orbs or just stroll around the outside. It was built for the 1958 World's Fair in Brussels, and served its purpose there, falling into disrepair afterward. But in the early 2000s, it was luckily renovated and re-opened, looking brand-spankin' new. The modernist structure is almost 350 feet high, made of steel, and weighs over 5 million pounds - that's a lot of Atomium! The orbs each house different galleries of cultural and artistic merit, all connected by escalators and elevators that soar through the tubes. Being such an iconic piece of Brussels history, definitely make it a point to visit Atomium, whether you go inside or just view the gigantic structure from outside/below! read more
2 years ago
I had my suspicions this was a tourist trap, but I never imagined how terrible it would be. The view from the top is nice and the light & sound exhibition was fun, but altogether not worth the 16€ and long waits. Architecturally is definitely a curiosity and you should take a picture of yourself with it on the background, as it is a landmark, but it is nothing remarkable on the inside. For the panoramic view there is a fast elevator that only takes 22 seconds to go up (it just takes quite a while to get into the elevator). For the exhibitions there are escalators for the first 3 levels then you must clim 80 steps. There are no escalators to go back down to the ground floor and must descend 160 steps. read more
The Atomium! I am a science nerd and loved physics going through school. So, a huge atom with fun escalators? I had to check it out with my family. Aside from being very social-media-photo-worthy, this place is definitely worth a visit inside. I recommend coming early as possible to avoid lines for the elevator. Also, hopefully you're not there when there are hundreds of school kids on a field trip! read more
Need a touristy thing to do in Brussels? Visit the Atomium! There are bus and metro stops so close to the Atomium, so it's easily accessed by public transport. It's also close to mini Europe. There was a long line to purchase tickets, so I recommend getting them online. Students get discounted tickets with ID. The restroom inside costs 0.50 Euros lol. The tickets get you admission to go up the Atomium. The escalators go to all the floors, so you get views of the city from the top. There's information at each stop telling of construction and history, etc. Next to the ticketing office is a cafe to get waffles and ice cream. There are outdoor tables. If you walk toward the bus stop, there's a water fountain. You'll get a nice view of the Atomium from the grassy area. read more
Unfortunately I have to say this spot is a bit of a tourist trap. We were excited to visit the Atomium to see the views of Brussels but it was a bit of a letdown and we had to wait over an hour to take the elevator up to the top. When we first got into the Atomium building we didn't know that the escalators only take you to the middle and so we went through that portion of the exhibit first before realizing that we had to join a very long line to take the elevator to the top. We ended up waiting in the line for over an hour only to get to the top and spent less than 10 min up there as the view was pretty blocked by the windows and other obstructions. Perhaps it would have been nicer and quicker if we visited early in the day but at least it's a quick train ride from the city center so if you have time it might be worth a visit. read more
This place was on my bucket list for places to visit in Belgium. We took the train to station and walked a few minutes to the museum. Masks were required and the entrance was nicely organized. We actually purchased our tickets online ahead of time so didn't have to wait at the long lines for tickets. We took the escalators to all the floors and got to see a spectacular view of the city from the top. The structure is so unique. And there are placards that display all the information about its history and construction. The display inside is wonderu Lastly, upon completing the tour, we saw a nice cafe downstairs and couple of other snack shops. Got some waffles and ice cream and coffee for a nice afternoon snack. read more
I'm really thrilled we chose to come late in the day on a whim. Crowds were light, which made the experience enjoyable. It's a cool tourist site. Beautiful views from the top. We spent less time in the "museum" part, but the music/light section of the interior was funky and fun. Last, we were happily surprised to stumble across the "outside my window" pandemic photo art exhibit inside. There was much more one could enjoy if time weren't an issue. Walking through the park across the way was lovely. Wish we could've spent more time there, but we had to get back. Getting there was an easy Metro ride to/from the Grand Plaza area. read more
This was such a pretty place especially when the sun hits it correctly. With the tour it's 16 euros per person and 8.5 for kids. A little pricy but you can combine it with the Little Europe tickets! I definitely recommend for a good view and lovely photos! Overall a 4.5 just because the top is a little boring as you will probably only stay up there for a 10 minute experience. But the light shows and the glowing escalators made up for it and was absolutely beautiful! read more
1 year ago
While visiting Brussels for work this place was on my to-do list to visit. I stood in a few different lines with a about 30 minutes in waiting and got in to go up. The architecture was cool but but what really showed me how massive this place is the cleaning crew that was hooked up with ropes dangling from the structure. There were some nice views to the city although this is outside of the city center. In my opinion the best part is the view from the top. There is not much to see on the way down except for the cool lights in tunnel while decending the escalator. Three stars! read more
It's beautiful! Especially at night. Definitely worth it. Lots of parking on the street leading up to it & additional parking lots past it. Buy tickets in the small bit building then put your coats & bags in a locker. Not a super long wait upon entry, but the wait for the elevator was kind of grueling. They first send you up escalators to side spheres each with a different cool light show & some historical info & pictures. Eventually there are stairs to go up & a lot to go down. There are tons of flashing lights & not much warning about it. After the side spheres you wait in like for the elevator to go up to the top which is strictly an observation. Then you have to wait in line to go back down. read more
This is a must see attraction when in Brussels. We arrived in the afternoon and there wasn't a long wait. You can order your tickets online or in person; prices are reasonable at $17 € an adult and kids 6-11 are free. It's good to note that there is a small fee to use their restroom. There is a cafe located outside and a nice little gift shop inside when you exit. When you enter they take pictures of you and your group that you can purchase when you leave. We didn't know what to expect but when we got to the higher levels there is an awesome light exhibit with music. My kids said it reminded them of the TV show, Stranger things. We would highly recommend to anyone visiting Brussels to make a stop here. Very family friendly read more
What a cool structure. If only we could climb up some of the spheres, it was closed by the time I got there, so I wasn't able to climb the stairs to the 7th sphere. Bummer. Next time. It's great for photos. It would be cool to zip line from the spheres across the city. Just a thought. It's definitely easy to spot once you are upon it. They have tour busses the hop on and off that stop by there. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
Too bad it started pouring on the one day I got to visit Brussels... couldn't snap as much pics as I hoped for. But wow! This structure is quite a view. Easy to get to and a lot of cheap options for transit here. I think the back side may look better than the front, but it's pretty cool overall! read more
2 years ago
Pretty cool to look at from the outside, but I would save my money going in. Not much but a look out point. Lines get long to go to the top. Elevator takes you all the way to the top, then you have to come all the way back down and take the stairs or escalators to the other floors. Toilets at the very top are free. Downstairs by the ticket booth, you have to pay to use the toilets there. read more
3 years ago
Since being one of the most bizarre buildings to visit in Europe, I placed the Atomium second on my list to do in Brussels. I'll tell yeah it's a really cool site and it's something you don't see in Disney's Tomorrowland. On our taxi ride from a few miles away you can see it's tall unique structure in plain site leading down the street. It's not just a gigantic atom it's a museum. I had no interest in paying the admission to tour inside, I was only in it for the picture taking. I'm fascinated on how the tubes between the spheres are lifts or elevators. At the top of the sphere it allows you to see a panoramic view of Brussels and there are exhibit halls in other places as well. There's a cafe on the ground level. To use the restrooms you would have to pay. If you're doing the Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour throughout the city, this is part of the stop. read more
Captain's Log, star date 9012014... we come across another of Earth's Landmarks... Athens = Acropolis Rome = Colliseum Paris = Eiffel Tower San Diego = Nothing Brussels = ATOMIUM This is perhaps the most underappreciated landmark in the world. C'mon people, its a GIANT fricken atom! Its just...AWESOME! At 102 meters high, you get a great view of Brussels. Its easy to get to on the metro. €11 for Adults, but I got in for €8 with my community college Student ID. Well worth it at any price. The Atomium's current advertising company should be fired, and the company that advertises Manneken Pis should be hired. I am absolutely baffled and confounded as to why that little boy peeing statue is more famous. The Atomium is the "must see" landmark of Brussels! Oh Earthlings...we'll never fully understand you... read more
Fantastic! Awesome tourist spot for all those who visit Brussels. Atomium is a must see. You'll be amazed when you see the structure itself. It is worth the admission ticket as well to go inside. Bring walking shoes and your own water and snacks. The visit up the Atomium can be quick or if you want visit all the areas, it'll take you a couple of hours. Make sure you visit every sphere (a lot of walking up and down stairs and escalators...FYI). Take the trip all the way up to the top for a 360' view of Brussels (the line to get into the elevator can be 20-30 minutes long). It's a great Brussels landmark every tourist to Brussels should see. The Atomium is about 3 miles from downtown Brussels. The light rail train stops right at Atomium or you can take a taxi from downtown (I recommend the light rail). My 6 year old son loved it. read more
This place is kind of out in the middle of nowhere so check which train goes there hop on and take like a 30-45 min ride to see Atomium. I think it's actually on the Hop On Hop Off bus tour as well. I would recommend seeing this first if you're on the Hop On/Off bus since it takes like 45 mins to get there and you can get a combo ticket with Mini Europe and hit two attractions and get the most of your train ticket. This place is kind of like the Space Needle in Seattle but for Brussels. Both were built for the World's Fair for each of the cities and both are shining (no pun intended) examples of phenomenal architecture and design. This was on my lists of things to see while in Brussels and I'm glad I got to see it. It's really cool structurally and provides awesome views of the surrounding area. There was a lot of stair climbing after the initial escalator to the top floor. Also some of the orbs were closed so we didn't get a chance to see the view from all the orbs. The who thing is very well maintained though and the people there provide a lot of good information on the World's Fair and the construction process. On the last escalator on the way out, it's almost completely dark, but there is a cool light show on the ceiling which makes you feel like you're in an episode of Star Trek or about to warp into another dimension once you reach the exit. I was actually kind of sad when we got off the escalator but after all the other steps within Atomium I was too tired to walk all the way back up all the steps just so I could ride the escalator again. I believe it was only about 20-22 Euro for a combination ticket for Atomium and Mini Europe. One think I did fine a little odd was that they make you take a picture with this odd cartoon character that I'm not familiar with (they make you do it at Mini-Europe too, so be prepared) and the way the place is set up, you have to go through the gift shop before you leave. They of course try to sell you the pics, but honestly if you don't already have enough photos throughout Brussels, they have a deal for 3 photos for like 12-15 Euros, which I of course gave in to and now I've got something to laugh at forever. Also, I have a picture of my sister and I together on the adventure of our lifetime through Europe. Somehow the cost just didn't matter. read more
This is one of Brussels' important landmarks. It's free so expect lots of tourists and crazy drivers. I dodged one car only to get almost hit by another. My jump shot profile pic would've been my last photo taken. Alas, the cat has 9 lives! There are plenty of good spots to take pictures from. There's a roundabout with tulips if you want a picture of Atomium + flowers - and dodging cars is your thing. This explains why nobody has their picture taken here - you'll have the space all to yourself. Then there's a long grassy strip right in front of this metal structure. That's where you can expect tourists to photobomb you but you get to live. Overrated! Underneath the Atomium, there's a be.WELCOME sign and a red metal sculpture. Expect lots of people there too. read more
7 years ago
I was totally prepared to be underwhelmed by what I assumed was gonna be a lame tourist trap geared toward kids. But it was pretty awesome. It's an interesting mix of history (the World's Fair site), cool architecture, great views, and awesome visuals with the unexpected laser show inside. The nearby Design Museum is included and I'd totally recommend a stop. The main exhibit when we were there was "Club Design". Very interesting and engaging displays. Our 17yo liked it too. read more
7 years ago
"A world for a better life for mankind" - Expo 58 slogan. International expositions (commonly referred to as World's Fair) are held all across the globe to celebrate the achievements of nations. Each Expo has a theme that attempts to "improve humankind's knowledge" by "highlighting scientific, technological, economic and social progress". Each country adheres to this theme and showcases it through building a pavilion or dedicated space. Many iconic landmarks of cities exist because they have been built for a World's Fair - specifically the Eiffel Tower (1889), Space Needle (1962) and more recently the China Pavillion (2010). In the case of the 1958 Expo, the most recent expo to take place in Brussels, the iconic structure is the Atomium. Expo 58 is notable that it is the first Expo to take place after WWII. The European economy was booming and the people were optimistic that the future would be even brighter thanks to achievements in science. The mindset back then was that pure science would provide salvation for humanity and would solve all our problems. This was embodied by the atom, the smallest property of matter. The engineer André Waterkeyn, one of the directors of Belgium's metalworking companies, was tasked to design the structure to showcase the Belgian metalworking industry. His idea was to take the structure of the unit cell of iron and multiply it 165 billion times. Housed inside was the international exhibition "Atom = Hope", which was intended to popularize atomic energy. The Atomium wasn't meant to survive past the expo, but Belgium loved it so much that it became a permanent part of the city. From 2004-2006 it had undergone an extensive restoration where the original aluminum was replaced by stainless steel, which was more structurally sound and resistant to corrosion. In addition, a new visitors center adds a more contemporary touch to the experience. LOGISTICS Location: Outside Brussels city proper. Best method to get there is via HOHO bus or the metro (line: Heizel/Heysel, 15 minutes from Grand Place). Hours: Open 7/365 with most hours 10am-6pm. There is a skip-the-line option if you buy your ticket online but I didn't find this necessary as I went right when it opened. Cost: Adult (18-65) €15. Seniors €13. Students €8. Children under 3'9" FREE. (Note: I got a €2 discount as part of a special promotion if I went to the Belgian Comic Strip Museum - apparently it was a tie-in with the 60th anniversary of the Smurfs). You can also combine this visit with Mini-Europe for an additional cost. Requires moderate physical fitness: the entire tour takes 3 escalators and 80 steps to go up and 167 steps and escalator to get down. Allow 1-1.5 hours for the visit. You can also download an app for a free audio tour of the permanent exhibition. Each number corresponds to a particular stop and track on the tour. I found this to be very informative. The visitor experience consists of three sections covered over five spheres. - An elevator takes you to the first section: the panorama 360 on the topmost sphere. It provides a 360 view of Brussels and posted signs compare today's view with that of 1958, the year the exhibition took place. - Upon arrival to the ground floor via elevator stairs then take you to the bottommost sphere, which is the home of the permanent exhibition. Here you can learn about the Atomium and Expo 58 to your heart's content. The exhibition is spread out over 2 floors. - After the permanent exhibition stairs and escalators take you to the two spheres containing the temporary exhibitions. One whole sphere was an immersive experience on light and sound while the lower half of the central sphere was dedicate to the 80th anniversary of Spirou, an investigative journalist who advocates against inequality and the 70th anniversary of the creation of the UN's "Universal Declaration of Human Rights". Walking through the gift shop was quite cool since there was a lot of tie-in merchandise that celebrated the 60th birthday of the Atomium and the Smurfs. One of Brussels' most symbolic icons and a more respectable icon than Manneken Pis, the Atomium is worth visiting. Though it's worth it to even looking at it from the outside, the inside rewards the visitor with one of the best views of the city. It's certainly worth going out of the way considering that outside of Grand Place and Manneken Pis, there isn't that many notable attractions in the city proper. read more
Pretty cool site in Brussels. You can go up and inside. We chose to view mini Europe instead but there are bundle tickets if you want mini Europe and the Atomium. Really unique structure and probably a better view on a bright sunny day read more
8 years ago
Atomium is must visit and a unique building. It's located right next to train station so very easy to reach. Tickets are cheap and cheaper for students. Elevator goes all the way up and you walk down on nice fancy escalator and stairs. There are 3-4 accessible round spheres with different themes which is good. Center sphere has lighting show. read more
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