Brussels.Venue 2009

The City

Brussels is the capital of Belgium and the administrative centre of the European Union. This has earned the city the title of the Capital of Europe. Brussels has been given its character by the coexistence of French and Flemish culture, and it is nowadays home to nationalities around the world, adding a cosmopolitan flavour to its atmosphere. The vibrant atmosphere of Brussels is further enhanced by picturesque medieval streets, lively squares, beautiful boulevards, impressive monuments, spacious parks, cosy cafés, interesting restaurants and an active cultural life.

To learn more about the Belgian capital, you may also want to visit http://www.brussels.org/.

Places of Interest

No matter what you are interested in, as an international metropolis Brussels has lots of attractions. The city is a mosaic of languages, cultures, and traditions. Aside from the splendid and varied architectural styles of the city, Brussels also hosts over 80 museums, numerous tourist attractions, a vibrant nightlife, and more restaurants than you could count.

Transportation

Please visit http://www.brusselsairport.be/ for more information on the Brussels International Airport. A brochure with major information on accessibility, assistance, arrival and departure as well as on shops, bars and restaurants and more is available in English at http://www.brusselsairport.be/en/content/brochures/272120.

The Hotel

The Hilton Brussels

In the heart of Brussels the Hilton Brussels hotel is 5 minutes from the city's attractions. Dine on French cuisine at the Maison de Boeuf restaurant. Pamper yourself with a facial or massage at the health.

Marvel at the Atomium, entertain the kids at Oceade Water Park or roam UNESCO World Heritage Site, Grande Place. After a day enjoying Brussels attractions, unwind in the Hilton Brussels hotel's sauna. Indulge in French cuisine at Maison du Boeuf restaurant. Sip cocktails at the Hilton Brussels hotel's Le Bar.

5 minutes' walk to the commercial district and 10 minutes' drive to the European Commission, the Hilton Brussels hotel has 20 meeting rooms, Executive Lounge and business center. From Deluxe Rooms to Suites, all Hilton Brussels hotel rooms have wireless internet access. Suites and Executive Rooms offer Executive Lounge access.

Learn about the Hilton Brussels hotel

You will the hotel's fact sheet here