What to do · Brussels
Parlamentarium, the European Parliament visitor centre
Information
- Price
- Free
- Duration
- 1 h 30
- Season
- All year; Mondays from 13:00
- Who it's for
- Teenagers and adults; interactive
In the European Quarter, the Parlamentarium explains how the Union works with interactive rooms, a giant map and a 360-degree cinema. It is free and the multimedia guide is available in all 24 official languages, including Spanish.
Opening hours and booking
Open Monday from 13:00 to 18:00, Tuesday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00 and at weekends from 10:00 to 18:00, with last entry half an hour before closing. It is best to book online: without a booking you can only enter if there is room. Closed on 1 January, 1 May, 1 November and 24, 25 and 31 December.
What is nearby
The Place du Luxembourg, next door, fills with civil servants at aperitif time on Thursdays. Fifteen minutes' walk away is the Cinquantenaire park, with its triumphal arch.
Tips
- A good rainy-day plan with teenagers It is interactive, short and free.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Parlamentarium cost?
Nothing, admission is free.
Is it available in Spanish?
Yes, the multimedia guide is in Spanish.
As a familyWith teenagers
