Top immersive experiences to try in Brussels!

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Looking for thrills and new sensations? Immersive experiences are all the rage in Brussels. Exhibition, immersive tour, museum of illusions… To make sure you don’t get lost in the flood of activities, here’s a selection made in Bruxelles Secrète!

Napoleon, the Immersive Epic

Immerse yourself in the Napoleonic epic at the Royal Army Museum with Napoleon, l’Épopée Immersive. In 27 minutes of virtual reality, relive the key moments of the First Empire, from the battle of Austerlitz to St. Helena, as you wander freely in a precisely recreated space. Before immersing yourself, discover an exhibition of authentic objects to better understand this unique historical journey in Brussels.

Immerse yourself in a motion-guided sound experience in the heart of the Stock Exchange

From August 14 to September 30, artist Sam Lecoeur invites you to a poetic immersion in sound and gesture. Headphones on, explore the space of the Bourse in a different way, carried by a soundtrack that guides your movements. A sensitive, urban interlude to experience alone or in a small group.

🎧 50 min – €8 – from 6 years – sessions every hour from 10.30am to 6pm (except Mondays until 28/09)

Mundo Pixar Experience: the immersive experience at Brussels Expo

To the infinite and beyond of Pixar animated films: that’s what Mundo Pixar Experience promises you at Brussels Expo. If you’ve always dreamed of going behind the scenes of these audiovisual gems, we’re offering you the opportunity on a platter. Discover Andy’s bedroom from Toy Story, get behind the controls of Vice-Versa, observe the steaming broth of Ratatouille… A unique experience for all the family and friends.

Visites Vivantes at Hôtel de Ville: circus and dance at the heart of our heritage

This summer, for its final edition, (re)discover Brussels City Hall as you’ve never seen it before thanks to Visites Vivantes, an unusual tour combining circus, dance and theater.
The acrobatic company Back Pocket transforms emblematic sites into ephemeral stages. An immersive show designed for all ages, combining artistic prowess and discovery of UNESCO-listed heritage. A unique, playful and poetic cultural experience!

Bubble Planet at Tour & Taxis

10 themed rooms in a whimsical world of bubbles, including an insane bubble pool, soap bubbles, inflatable balloons, virtual reality, a hot-air balloon flight simulator and never-before-seen photocalls… Here’s what awaits you at this immersive experience like no other. Looking for a fun time out with friends, or to revamp your Instagram feed? Head for Tour & Taxis and immerse yourself in the crazy world of Bubble Planet!

WOM (World of Mind) at Tour & Taxis

This 2.0 museum is all illusion! Indeed, WOM (World of Mind) invites visitors to let themselves be surprised and take the risk of upsetting their perceptions. Between optical illusions, incredible sets and magic tricks, they’re in for a real treat. In the heart of 1500 square meters of specially designed surprises on the Tour & Taxis premises, this immersive tour promises to give anyone who dares an absolutely astounding experience!

The Banksy Museum

Over 130 works of art, including life-size reproductions of Banksy murals, original creations by contemporary street artists, and a reproduction of the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem… Total immersion! On Rue de Laeken, in a unique 900 m2 exhibition space (a former fabric factory), the public is invited to reflect on so many current social issues with the same critical eye that characterizes the world’s most anonymous street artist.

SENSAS: the multi-sensory experience

Challenge your friends with this unusual Fort-Boyard-style experience . Immerse yourself in a unique sensory experience! Step into total darkness, face your fear and let your other senses take over. Touch, taste, smell, listen, observe… And above all, laugh! It’s not just about pushing your limits, it’s also about having an unforgettable time. We guarantee you’ll experience a whirlwind of emotions at SENSAS !

Neon Brush: the artistic, fluorescent immersive experience

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In a retro-futuristic, neon-lit atmosphere, brush in one hand, glass in the other, unleash your inner artist and create a work of art… in the dark! Neon Brush Neon Brush is a unique masterclass led by a professional, where you and your friends can let your imagination run wild, have a drink and enjoy the music. A must-try for a change from traditional bar nights!

Explore The True You: the immersive self-exploration trail at MOIR

The Museum of Infinite Realities (MOIR) in the heart of Brussels offers a unique immersive experience. The concept: you set out on a quest to discover… yourself. By answering a series of questions and carrying out a variety of activities in seven rooms, you’ll witness a holographic show and discover, for example, your guide animal. Wolf, fox, bear… Which best matches your personality? Let yourself be tempted by the experience and get as close to the truth as you can!

Magritte: The Immersive Experience at Galerie Horta

An immersive artistic journey through the life and mind of Magritte! The Belgian artist’s greatest masterpieces come to life before your eyes in impressive digital projections, and you can even step inside some of his paintings reproduced in 3D. You’re totally immersed in his world. It’s a surreal experience to be had at Galerie Horta, Brussels’ home of all things possible.

Mudia, a different kind of art in Redu

Mudia Museum
Welcome to Mudia! This digital art center is revolutionizing the museum experience. It offers an interactive and innovative approach, far removed from the long corridors of traditional museums. Here, you’ll discover works by renowned masters such as Rodin, Picasso and many others, in a captivating and entertaining tour designed to appeal to the whole family! Observe, touch… experience art differently!

The Jury Experience: the immersive courtroom

Raise your right hand and say “I swear!” In this public hearing, you’ll be taken as a witness and asked to vote according to your personal convictions in a court of law with an immersive dimension. Actors involved in a complex moral dilemma (and totally up to date) will take you to task to decide the fate of the accused. Arm yourself with your grey matter and your ethics to do justice in The Jury Experience, a truly unusual experience in Brussels.