Grand Place 8, Brussels Travel Guide

Getting There

• Walking

  The Grand Place is centrally located and easily accessible on foot from many nearby attractions and transport hubs. From Brussels Central Station, it's a short 5-minute walk. Exit the station and walk west towards the city center, following signs for the Grand Place. The square is surrounded by main streets, but connected by alleys.

• Public Transport

  The Grand Place is well-served by public transport. Several bus lines, subway lines, and light rail lines stop near the square. The closest metro stations are Centrale, Bourse, and De Brouckere. From Brussels Central Station, you can also take bus line 33 directly to the Bourse stop, which is a short walk from the Grand Place. A single bus or tram fare costs around €3.

• Taxi

  Taxis are readily available in Brussels and can take you directly to the Grand Place. A taxi ride from Brussels Central Station to the Grand Place typically takes around 3 minutes and costs between €6 and €8. Taxi stands are located at the Central Station and other major transport hubs.

• Parking

  Parking near the Grand Place is limited and can be expensive. The Interparking Grand Place offers a large underground parking facility with over 1000 spaces, including designated spots for disabled and electric vehicles. Hourly rates range from €3.60 to €4, and a full day costs between €25.20 and €28. On-street parking is also available in the surrounding area, but it is subject to time restrictions and fees. Yellow zone parking costs €1 for 1 hour. Consider using online platforms like Mobypark to pre-book parking spaces and potentially save money.