What to do in Machelen

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What to do in Machelen

Popular places to visit

La Grand Place which includes a statue or sculpture

La Grand Place

The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.

La Grand Place
Atomium featuring a city

Atomium

The strangest piece of architecture in Brussels is a series of steel spheres that can be seen from across the city. The site houses a restaurant and museum.

Atomium
Avenue Louise

Avenue Louise

During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Avenue Louise
European Union Parliament Building

European Union Parliament Building

After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

European Union Parliament Building
Brussels Christmas Market

Brussels Christmas Market

You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Brussels Christmas Market
Manneken Pis Statue which includes a statue or sculpture and a monument as well as a large group of people

Manneken Pis Statue

This small statue of a urinating child has brought joy to Belgians for centuries and is now a national icon.

Manneken Pis Statue
Royal Palace of Brussels showing an administrative building, heritage architecture and a castle

Royal Palace of Brussels

Enjoy a rare glimpse of a palace interior or admire the facade of the royal palace from Brussels Park. You might even see the King or Queen of the Belgians.

Royal Palace of Brussels
Mini-Europe showing heritage architecture and a city

Mini-Europe

Hundreds of replicas of Europe’s most famous attractions can be found at this amusement park located beneath the Atomium.

Mini-Europe
King Baudouin Stadium

King Baudouin Stadium

Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

King Baudouin Stadium

Explore areas of Machelen

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Diegem

Visitors to Diegem enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Chateau Marga is worth a stop.

Diegem

Day trip destinations from Machelen

La Grand Place which includes château or palace, heritage architecture and a city

Brussels

Frequently asked questions

Is Machelen worth visiting?
From shopping to outdoor adventures and history, there are loads of fun things to do in Machelen. Be sure to enjoy the area's blend of cool sights, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in Machelen?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Royal Palace of Brussels and Mini-Europe. Then, tour different parts of Machelen for a bite to eat and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Machelen?
Don't go home without visiting Royal Palace of Brussels, ranked the top tourist attraction in Machelen.
Is three days enough to stay in Machelen?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off the leading city highlights, including Royal Palace of Brussels, Belgian Comic Strip Centre and Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium. The average stay in Machelen is two days. If you have the urge to extend your trip, Brussels isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Machelen with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes a big difference. Browse our ideas for what to do in Machelen with kids.

What to do in Machelen for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Machelen, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Cantillon Brewery or Brussels Beer Project.
Are there free things to do in Machelen?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Machelen is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can visit without taking your wallet out. Cinquantenaire Park is one sight that doesn't have an admission fee.