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Senior Travel in Brussels
Edit ThisSenior Travel discounts usually start at
65 years of age. Just make sure to mention your age and procure some
form of identification when purchasing tickets at museums and
exhibits. This article will recommend several activities that have
senior discounts. As well, some general information and precautions
for traveling seniors is provided.
Precautions
Brussels, like most European cities, is an old city. As such, many of the roads will be brick or cobblestone. The uneven and rough surface could be hazardous. Make sure to pack proper foot wear. Timing one's visit to Brussels is important, as the city experiences harsher climates than cities like Paris and Berlin. Early and late summer are one's best bets. Although spring and early autumn are very pretty, with less crowds. Just keep in mind that snow and sleet may start as early as November and continue until late February. Cold begins as early as late September. Public places like train stations and some metro stops are not heated. Remember that most shops and exhibits do not open until 10AM and don't really start moving until 10:30-11. Just a precaution for those early birds.
Getting around
In general, the city of Brussels is quite accommodating in terms of senior travel and those with mobility issues. For example, the transit authority provides a minibus for travelers with restricted mobility (http://www.stib.be/pmr-pbm.html?l=en). The cheapest and easiest way to get around to the different sites is the metro, which runs until midnight everyday. Not all stops are equipped with an elevator, so make sure to check the metro map if mobility is an issue. The tram cars are a bit outdated, so may be hard to access. As a last resort, taxis are quite plentiful and can be flagged down.
Sites to see
Atomium
The iconic vestige of the Brussels Expo of 1958 is still an example of futurism and progress. The top sphere offers panoramic views of Brussels and a restaurant open until 11pm. The price of entry for seniors is 8 euros.
Musées Royaux des Beaux Arts de Belgique (Royal Museusm of Fine Arts of Belgium) A vast museum comprised of several buildings. You can find pieces from the Flemish golden era to the impressionists to Belgian's more modern artists like Magritte and Delvaux. Entry for seniors is only 2.50 euros.
Belgian Comic Strip Center If you didn't know it already, Belgians are historically one of the leading comic strip makers. For those of you reminiscent of your childhood, the Comic Strip Center will provide you a treat, following the development of the comic strip to the present. 6 euro entry fee for seniors.
Precautions
Brussels, like most European cities, is an old city. As such, many of the roads will be brick or cobblestone. The uneven and rough surface could be hazardous. Make sure to pack proper foot wear. Timing one's visit to Brussels is important, as the city experiences harsher climates than cities like Paris and Berlin. Early and late summer are one's best bets. Although spring and early autumn are very pretty, with less crowds. Just keep in mind that snow and sleet may start as early as November and continue until late February. Cold begins as early as late September. Public places like train stations and some metro stops are not heated. Remember that most shops and exhibits do not open until 10AM and don't really start moving until 10:30-11. Just a precaution for those early birds.
Getting around
In general, the city of Brussels is quite accommodating in terms of senior travel and those with mobility issues. For example, the transit authority provides a minibus for travelers with restricted mobility (http://www.stib.be/pmr-pbm.html?l=en). The cheapest and easiest way to get around to the different sites is the metro, which runs until midnight everyday. Not all stops are equipped with an elevator, so make sure to check the metro map if mobility is an issue. The tram cars are a bit outdated, so may be hard to access. As a last resort, taxis are quite plentiful and can be flagged down.
Sites to see
Atomium
The iconic vestige of the Brussels Expo of 1958 is still an example of futurism and progress. The top sphere offers panoramic views of Brussels and a restaurant open until 11pm. The price of entry for seniors is 8 euros.
Musées Royaux des Beaux Arts de Belgique (Royal Museusm of Fine Arts of Belgium) A vast museum comprised of several buildings. You can find pieces from the Flemish golden era to the impressionists to Belgian's more modern artists like Magritte and Delvaux. Entry for seniors is only 2.50 euros.
Belgian Comic Strip Center If you didn't know it already, Belgians are historically one of the leading comic strip makers. For those of you reminiscent of your childhood, the Comic Strip Center will provide you a treat, following the development of the comic strip to the present. 6 euro entry fee for seniors.
