BELvue

BELvue is a history museum at Place des Palais in Brussels that presents Belgian history through galleries spread across multiple levels. The collections feature documents, objects, and interactive elements that show how the country changed over time.

The museum opened in 1977 and underwent major renovation in 1995 to adopt new presentation methods. It documents Belgium's path from independence in the 1800s to its present federal system.

The building stands next to the Royal Palace and serves as a place where visitors understand Belgian traditions and values. You notice how democracy and cooperation shape the way people think about their nation.

The museum sits in the city center and is easily reached on foot or by public transport from several transit points. The interior is well marked and straightforward to navigate, with elevators serving all floors.

The building was once a royal storehouse before becoming a museum. This unexpected past shows how Brussels transforms spaces and gives places new purposes while keeping their stories alive.

Location: City of Brussels

Official opening: July 19, 2005

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Address: Pl. des Palais 7, 1000 Bruxelles

Opening Hours: Monday off; Tuesday-Friday 09:00-17:00; Saturday-Sunday 10:00-18:00; July-August Tuesday-Friday 10:00-18:00; January 1 off; December 24 09:00-16:00; December 25 off; December 31 09:00-16:00

Phone: +3225004554

Website: https://belvue.be

GPS coordinates: 50.84261,4.36069

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:04