The Grand Place, one of the most beautiful squares in Europe, is a UNESCO World Heritage sight. Brussels is rightly proud if its Art Noveau architecture and there are many fine examples throughout the city, particularly in the St Gilles and Ixelles areas of Brussels. The Palais Des Beaux Arts holds many Art Noveau exhibitions. Brussels is home to the Belgian Centre for Comic Strip Art and many other fine museums and monuments.
Brussels is an ideal destination for those seeking to indulge themselves. Why not sample the world famous hand-made Belgian chocolate? Brussels has several chocolate museums and you can watch chocolate making demonstrations and taste a few samples too! You could sample some of the hundreds of famous Belgian beers; there are over 450 different varieties to choose from. Brussels is ideal for those who like to indulge in retail therapy; from chic designer boutiques to antique and flea markets, there is something to suit every pocket.
Short Breaks to Brussels
Take your break by Eurostar and within a few short hours you can be in Brussels, ready to start enjoying yourself. The beauty of travelling to Brussels by Eurostar is that you are taken right to the heart of Brussels in comfort, arriving relaxed and refreshed. Travelling from London city centre (St Pancras International) to Brussels city centre means no more trekking to an airport miles from your destination.
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London to the Heart of Brussels in Comfort
Take the Eurostar to Brussels and you will have more time to relax and enjoy yourself and spend less time travelling. Eurostar trains are the fastest, most comfortable way to take a city break from London to continental Europe. Eurostar trains can travel at a top speed of 186 miles an hour, so journey times are surprisingly short; London to Brussels by Eurostar takes only 2 hours. The less time you spend getting there, the more time you have to enjoy yourself!
Shortbreaks can offer cheap Eurostar Brussels packages. An often more affordable alternative to traveling by air.
The Eurostar Brussels Train
Eurostar train coaches are air-conditioned and non-smoking. Each relaxing seat has a footrest and reading lamp, and there are bar and buffet coaches. You can move around the Eurostar if you wish, chat to your companions, or simply take in the view of Brussels from the window. For those who enjoy the finer things in life, or who have something to celebrate, Leisure Select Eurostar upgrades are available. Formerly First Class, Leisure Select upgrades offer dedicated Eurostar coaches with reclining seats for extra comfort and extra legroom.
There are complimentary newspapers and magazines, and champagne and a three-course meal are served to you at your seat. Eurostar Leisure Select is ideal for travellers who want to get their break off to a stylish start, and at a surprisingly affordable price.
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