Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula
Cathedral · Upper Town, Brussels

Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula

Photo: Luc Viatour · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula is a 13th-century Gothic church dedicated to Brussels' patron saints. It contains royal tombs and detailed facade sculptures. Visitors should note the 16th-century stained glass and the carved pulpit by Verbruggen.

On day 1 of Brussels: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
45 minutes to 1 hour
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Metro lines 1 or 5 to Parc station

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  3. 12:00Manneken PisLower Town
  4. 14:00Galeries Royales Saint-HubertLower Town
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Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula questions

What are the opening hours?

Hours vary by season and events. Check the cathedral website for current details.

Are guided tours available?

Tours are offered on some days in multiple languages. Confirm schedules on site or online.

Can visitors climb the towers?

The towers are closed to the public. No access is provided.

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