Monument · Lower Town, Brussels

Brussels Town Hall

Brussels Town Hall
Photo: Michielverbeek, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Brussels Town Hall stands as the only remaining medieval building on the Grand Place. It dates from the 15th century and features a central tower topped by a statue of Saint Michael. Visitors can join guided tours to see the council chambers and historic tapestries inside.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Brussels: Weekend Escape

Visiting Brussels Town Hall: what to know

Tickets
Admission by guided tour only; current prices listed on the official site.
Time needed
One hour for a standard guided tour.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid larger groups.
Getting there
Located on the Grand Place in Lower Town; reach by metro to Bourse or Gare Centrale.

Brussels itineraries with Brussels Town Hall

Day 1 of Brussels: Weekend Escape

The Grand-Place

How Brussels Town Hall fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Grand-PlaceLower Town
  2. 10:30Brussels Town HallGrand-Place
  3. 12:00Manneken PisLower Town
  4. 14:00Galeries Royales Saint-HubertLower Town
  5. 16:00Cathedral of St. Michael and St. GudulaUpper Town
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Brussels Town Hall FAQs

Can you visit Brussels Town Hall without a tour?

No. Access is limited to scheduled guided tours.

How tall is the tower of Brussels Town Hall?

The tower reaches 96 metres and remains the tallest structure on the Grand Place.

Is Brussels Town Hall wheelchair accessible?

The ground floor is accessible but upper levels require stairs; contact staff in advance for details.

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