Brussels isn't exactly the first city that comes to mind when one thinks of romance. There's Paris, Rome, Venice, Amsterdam, and more. But Brussels? Well, why not? Though it's not a famously romantic city, that doesn't mean it's not romantic in the first place! In fact, doesn't the fact that it's not known for romance that might make it even more romantic than the aforementioned cities? Think of all the lovely escapades you and your special someone can get into here! So if you do visit Brussels, either for a romantic getaway or a honeymoon, make sure to visit these top five hotspots!
Parc du Cinquantenaire
A park is always a great place to bond with your significant other, especially if it's as beautiful as Parc du Cinquantenaire in Brussels. This 19th-century urban park, set in the middle of the different
districts of Brussels, is known for its stunning U-shaped arcade which houses the Jubelpark Museum, the AutoWorld Museum, and the Royal Military Museum. The grandiosity of the place surely inspires romance at every corner, particularly the manicured gardens and the open fields. You can spend an entire peaceful day strolling around, resting on the grass, playing sports, and more with your partner while you're here. You won't even need to spend a single Euro!
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Royal Greenhouses of Laeken
Can't get enough botanical bliss in Brussels? Then head on over to the Royal Greenhouses of Laeken. If you're in Brussels from mid-April to early May, you can get a chance to visit this beautiful landmark, home to the botanical collection of King Leopold II. Exotic flowers, adorable fauna, and a nice spring breeze await you here. Walk through the beautiful flora about the majestic greenhouse, each more fragrant the next. Who knows, you and your special someone might even get lost and have your own little romantic rendezvous in this royal garden. Wouldn't that be something, right?
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Erasmus House
Located in Anderlecht, which is a good distance away from the city center even via public transport, Erasmus House stands as a great reminder of the renowned and historic scholar's legacy. The theologian lived here all the way back in the 16th century and today, the house still contains his early manuscripts, relics of his studies, and the like. Not to mention works of Flemish art that date all the way back to the 15th and 16th centuries. But beyond all that, why did Erasmus Huse make it to this list of romantic spots? It's the privacy and peace of the place that inspire intimacy and connection between lovers.
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Délirium Café
There's nothing like sharing a drink with someone you love! Here in Belgium, in the famous Délirium Village, known for its brewery and beer tours, Délirium Café is the perfect spot to hold a drinking contest with your significant other. Even when it's crowded (which it usually is!), you can still enjoy each other's company with multiple pints of well-crafted beer. This whole area is known for making a whopping 2,000 different kinds of beer too so you can discover all the exciting tastes and flavors that you've never had before. Just make sure one of you is sober enough to help the other return safely to your
luxury home here!
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L’Archiduc
There's just something about jazz that will leave you feeling hot and heavy! It's sexy, snazzy, exciting, riveting, and of course, romantic! If you and your partner are both jazz lovers, then you simply must go to L’Archiduc in Brussels! This Art Deco jazz club is the place to be when it comes to all things jazz. Or when it comes to music in general. Apart from established jazz musicians, the stage here is set for emerging artists, up-and-coming performers, and the like. All you have to do is to sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!
Source: L’Archiduc Facebook Page
Brussels may be no Paris or Rome when it comes to romance, but it still has its own fair share of romantic spots. From a beautiful park to a fascinating cul-de-sac, there are certain parts of the Belgian capital that you and your special someone ought to visit!
