The Brussels Christmas market takes place in and around Place Sainte-Catherine, Grand-Place, Marché aux Poissons (the old fish market) and Bourse (the Brussels Stock Exchange).

Browse these beautiful markets for beautiful crafts and gifts, enjoy sweet, spicy glühwein and traditional Belgian waffles. Take a ride to the top of the Ferris Wheel for a bird's eye view of the city. 

This year, Brussels Christmas Market will run from 24th November to 31st December 2023.

Brussels Waffle Workshop from €32

Roll up your sleeves, indulge your sweet tooth and prepare some of Belgium’s most famous snacks during this waffle workshop experience in Brussels. With all your ingredients and cooking tools supplied, listen to instruction from your host and get whisking! Prepare your waffle dough according to age-old Belgian tradition, bake it in the oven and decorate with all the chocolate, cream, honey, and fruit your heart (and taste buds) desires. This waffle workshop welcomes adults and children alike, and no previous cooking experience is needed.

• Learn to make the famous Belgian waffles from scratch
• Decorate your waffles with a variety of toppings
• All necessary equipment and instruction provided
• All ages and skill levels are welcome

Brussels Chocolate Beer Waffle and Belgian Whiskey All-in-One Tour from €139 

Experience Brussels through your taste buds with this tour of the city’s culinary offerings. You'll sample famous Belgian chocolates, delicious speculoos cookies, and all sorts of Belgian beers, from lambics to Trappist ales (Including the exclusive Holy Grail of beers - Westvleteren XII). You'll then get to try Belgian whiskey (yes, it exists). At the end of your trip, you'll enjoy a Belgian waffle topped with chocolate and fruit.

• Try six types of local beer plus Belgian whiskey
• Soft drinks are provided for kids and teetotalers
• Chocolate, waffles, speculoos, and drinks are included
• Participants get 10% off at select chocolatiers

Brussels Like a Local: Customized Private Tour from €55

Brussels is full of UNESCO-listed monuments, museums, and cultural sites, but many travelers only get to see the top attractions. On this tour, connect with a Brussels local who will show you around their city like a friend and introduce you to the neighborhoods that they know and love. Find out how to get around in the city; explore areas that only locals know; and receive personalized recommendations on where to eat, drink, and shop.

• Connect with a Brussels local who will show you around their city
• Custom-made itinerary: discuss your preferences with your guide in advance
• Flexible departure times and choice of tour durations
• Hassle-free pickup from your central Brussels hotel

Save time, money and ensure your place: book these tours with us before you fly. Want to try a different Brussels experience? Ask about our other tours and excursions.

Price per person is based on two adults sharing, and includes:

• Return flights from Dublin
• 4 nights accommodation at the 3* NH Stephanie, in a standard room

Please ask us about adding great value:

• Travel insurance
• Transfers
• Brussels city tours, activities and excursions

Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply.

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