Want to get away from the tourist traps? Discover the best of Brussels with our secret guides for locals and globetrotters alike.
Master Frites, located on Chaussée de Louvain in Schaerbeek, has just regained its title as the best fry shop in Brussels. Renowned for its artisanal approach, the establishment bases its success on the...
From November 27, 2026, to January 3, 2027, the capital will be decked out in its finest lights with the unmissable return of Plaisirs d’Hiver. A magical event recognized around the world, the 2026 editio...
Inaugurated in 1847 by King Leopold I, this majestic passage transformed the heart of Brussels by establishing itself as Europe’s very first monumental gallery of the 19th century. Nicknamed the “Brussels...
Karting is an activity that combines speed, strategy, and adrenaline. It’s therefore ideal for having a great time with friends, coworkers, or family. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned driver, Brus...
Every fall, the capital comes alive after dark thanks to a cultural event that has become a must-see: Museum Night Fever. Conceived by the non-profit organization Brussels Museums to open the doors of cul...
When the weather in Brussels acts up (which is often the case), we’re all looking for an idea that’s truly different. Not just “going out,” but experiencing something. And that’s exactly what BIGc, an ext...
From the smash burger to share to the Gault&Millau-awarded Korean fried chicken burger, International Burger Day, celebrated on October 13, is the perfect opportunity to rediscover this comforting cla...
Leaves crunching underfoot, cooler weather, shorter days, the smell of roasted chestnuts, and Halloween… Fall brings with it unmissable pleasures we never tire of. Bruxelles Secrète invites you to discov...
In 2004, in the heart of Brussels, a legendary bar made history by earning a spot in the Guinness World Records with a symbolic figure: 2,004 different beers on the menu. Twenty years later, the famous Dé...
In 1747, in the midst of the War of the Austrian Succession, French soldiers committed the unthinkable: they stole the legendary Manneken-Pis, sparking the fury of the people of Brussels. To defuse the di...