SCHOOLS, STAFF ASSOCIATIONS, SENIORS, YOUTH GROUPS… COMPLETE YOUR DAY WITH OTHER ACTIVITIES !
Atomium (Heizel - Bruparck)
The Atomium – An astonishing building! The Atomium, a symbolic construction remaining from Expo 58, offers its guests an original visit through the spheres. Several small exhibitions are presented throughout the year and at the top of the building, you can enjoy a panoramic view on Brussels. In the upper sphere, you will also find the restaurant. pen: every day from 10 AM to 6 PM (the cash desk closes at 5.30 PM). Info : http://www.atomium.be Booking at Atomium.
Oceade (Bruparck)
This magnificent Caribbeansetting offers you 4 hours of sheer delight for young and old… Have fun in the « Aqua Fun House », a large interactive aquatic playing field. Have a ball in the waves and on the 10 giant waterslides (inside and outside) including the famous « Hurricane » and « Bounty Raft ». Let yourself be surprised by the constantly organised activities and by the great (and rather splashy) virtual game « Caribbean Madness » ! And finally, before leaving, relax and enjoy the beneficial effects of « Saunaland », where the fountains, jacuzzi, Hammam, etc. will help get you back in shape ! NEW - L'OURAGAN - with CHRONO
Closed Mondays from 01/04 to 30/06 Closed Mondays and Tuesdays from 01/09 to 31/03 Info : http://www.oceade.be Booking at MINI-EUROPE.
Scientastic Museum (Metro Bourse)
European Inventors of Scientastic exhibits Travel Europewith ScientasticMuseumand its inventors and discover some of the most interesting historical scientific breakthroughs of Europe. Just 2 minutes' walk from the Grand-Place, you can experience the fascinating world of science. Using light, sound, smell and touch, discover more than 90 surprising and exciting hands-on exhibits. Sit like a fakir, fly like a bird, make your voice sound like an alien's,... Fantastic Scientastic! Playing with ordinary, everyday tools, you will witness 1001 astonishing effects. Prepare to be amazed.
Info : http://www.scientastic.be Booking at MINI-EUROPE.
The Brussels Planetarium (Heysel - Bruparck)
In the Brussels Planetarium, one of the biggest in Europe, you can discover - projected onto a magic hemisphere - all the beauty and panorama of space: twinkling stars, planets, comets and spectacular views of the heavens. You can also find both permanent and temporary exhibitions on themes related to astronomy and the conquest of space. Info : www.planetarium.be Reservation : PLANETARIUM (Tel.: +32(0)2/474.70.50)
Boat trip around the Portof Brussels (City center)
BrusselsSeaport and Canals. All aboard “La Gueuse”, a 1930’s tourist vessel, for a waterborne guided tour of Brussels’, seaport, bridges and industries past and present. “La Gueuse” seats 100 people, 72 indoors in a heated cabin, and is equipped with a bar. The boarding point is the Avenue du Port on Quai Béco, near Place Sainctelette, and the trip lasts approximately 2 hours.Tourscan be organised on request, on any day of the year. Booking essential. La Fonderie also has other tours, some on foot, others by boat, coach or train, exploring different facets of Brusselssuch as beer, chocolate, the Grand-Place, the Tour & Taxis complex and much more. Information and bookings: LA FONDERIE- Tel. +32(0)2/410.99.50 - fax +32(0)2/410.39.85 parcours.lafonderie@skynet.bewww.lafonderie.be
Discovery Trail. A special behind-the-scenes tour of the stadium, following in the footsteps of the biggest stars of sport and show biz. Enter into a magical world and relive the history of the stadium through the incredible feats that have been achieved there. This educational, interactive trail will lift the lid on all the secrets of the King Baudouin Stadium. How does a press conference happen? Where does the King sit in the stadium? Which is Johnny Halliday's box? Finding yourself in the middle of the locker room of the 'Diables Rouges' (Red Devils, 's national football team) or finding out everything there is to know about illegal drug-taking in sport. These are just a few examples of what makes this such a rewarding place to visit! Guided tours on request.
Open only on request from tuesday till saturday from 10:00 am till 05:00 pm except during big events. Information and bookings : Prosport : Tel : +32(0)2/474.39.43 info@staderoibaudouin.be www.staderoibaudouin.be
Planète chocolat The Chocolate Demonstration shows you the history of cocoa from the Mayans until now, its evolution throughout centuries and the fabrication of chocolate from top to bottom. This explanation is followed by a tasting of hot chocolate to drink and some home made pralines. Information and bookings : PLANETE CHOCOLAT Tel : +32(0)2/ 511.07.55 - Fax : +32(0)2/ 512.13.05 – planetechocolat@skynet.bewww.planetechocolat.be
Museum of Cocoa and Chocolate
Beautifull stop for chocolate-lovers, the Museum of Cocoa and Chocolate is located very close to the «
Grand Place » in the
city center of
Brussels . (Rue de la Tête d’Or 9/11) The Museum is located in a house of the 17th century where the family de Valck used to brew her beer. The
Museum of
Cocoa and Chocolate invites you to a trip towards the univers of chocolate from the origins until the finish product. You’ll deep in the history of the aztekes. You’ll discover how cocoa arrived in
Europe and how it was consumed at that time. The Quality of Belgian chocolate is acknowledged world-wide. Thanks to illustrations, informative panels, and a video, you’ll learn everything about the culture of cocoa and the transformation of cocoa into chocolate. The attractive point of the visit is the demonstration with a chocolate master who shows you how to make artisanals pralines. The Museum has two other floors where you can see several objects linked with chocolate. Chocolates sculptures and dresses made of chocolade are also exposed. During your visit, you can taste chocolate and you can buy some chocolate at our shop.
Practical Information
Opening hours : From Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 16.30 pm. Closed on Monday. Adress : Rue de la Tête d’Or 9/11 ; 1000 Brussels ; 02/ 514. 20. 48 ; www. mucc. Be ; info@mucc.be
Discover the fascinating world of Living Tomorrow. Are you looking forward to tomorrow? Visit the third edition of Living Tomorrow and be the first to experience the future! Visit Living Tomorrow and discover how we will be housed, work and live in the future. During a lively tour of about 90 minutes we will guide you through the Home and Office of the future and through the new “Creative Industries”. Living Tomorrow guides you through the Store and the Bank of the future, as well as the car and airplane of the future, and many other things… Living Tomorrow is an interesting excursion for everyone. Information and booking : Living Tomorrow Tel : +32(0)2/263.01.33 Fax : +32(0)2/263.01.44info@livingtomorrow.comwww.livingtomorrow.com
Waterloo
Relive the last battle of Waterlooby walking through the 6 discoveries of the hamlet of the Lion, including the brand-new “Battlefield Tour”. A trip to the heart of history ! Reservation : WaterlooTel : +32(0)2/385.19.12 reservation@waterloo1815.bewww.waterloo1815.be
Guided visit through
Brussels (3h00)
Departure with your bus to discover
Brussels and its architectural patrimony. A visit which will surprise everyone. This route includes a guided visit (on foot) to the Grand’Place and the surrounding area (Royal Galleries, Ilot Sacré, Manneken Pis). Information and bookings at MINI-EUROPE.
THE DAY PACKAGE A day with the Brusseleirs 10h00:Free visit of Mini-Europe. 12h00:Free time for lunch 14h00 : Departure for the Cantillon brewery or Chocolate museum with your coach.
This activity can be replaced by other combined visits. 14h40 :Guided visit at the chocolate museum or the brewery + possibility to taste. 16h00:Departure with your coach. Drive to the centre of
Brussels . 16h30:Guided visit of the Grand’Place of
Brussels and the surrounding area. 17h20:Free time. 18h30:End of your trip.
Rate: € 88/coach for the guide in the afternoon + price of the combination which varies in function of the chosen activity and the kind of group.