Beautiful Brussels

with Hafsa

A TOUR WITH OUR LOCAL INSIDER:

My name is Hafsa (25), I’m a student and I’ve also been a content creator for the past two years. My absolute passions in life are fashion, food and, of course, travelling – I’ve been to more than 24 countries so far. I share all my experiences on my Instagram account (@hafsafar_) and blog. What am I trying to achieve by doing this? I want to inspire and motivate others to discover the world and step out of their comfort zone! 
So let’s get started – here are a few of my favourite spots in my home city of Brussels that you definitely won’t want to miss.


 


Our Motel One in Brussels

Our Motel One in Brussels

DANSAERT

One of the trendiest neighbourhoods in Brussels – and definitely my favourite – is Dansaert. It’s full of art and design, vintage boutiques and restaurants. When I’m walking around this area, I like to drop by ‘Bball in the Sky’, a pop-up design gallery that recently opened in the heart of Dansaert and explores the theme of sport, especially basketball, in creative ways.

TRENDSETTER

In Dansaert, I love popping into ‘Isabelle Bajart’, a vintage boutique offering beautiful luxury pieces at great prices – I especially enjoy browsing there during the sale season! You’re sure to find some super-trendy items at ‘Knits and Treats’, a concept store with a range of designer brands on offer. But that’s not all! There are often events held here at weekends too, and there’s even a bar in the boutique. So you can treat yourself to a little drink while you shop. What more could you want? 

LE FUNAMBULE

Towards the city centre, near the famous Manneken Pis, you’ll find ‘Le Funambule’. I worked at this iconic Brussels waffle shop myself for four years. There are simple sugar waffles on the menu – but also some more indulgent versions! When you visit Brussels, don’t miss a chance to try this Belgian speciality.

FLEA MARKET

My second-favourite neighbourhood in Brussels is Les Marolles, which is full of charm and authenticity and, most importantly, is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Brussels. Here, you’ll find a flea market on Place du Jeu de Balle. So, if you fancy a browse: the market is open every day from 6 am to 2 pm and promises some real finds and a brilliant atmosphere.

MAISON ZACK

In my book, a visit to Les Marolles is never complete without a stop at ‘Maison Zack’. This pastry chef is renowned for his extraordinary creations. All of his sweet treats are made with love – and you can really taste it! Each and every one of his creations is full of refined flavours.

SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP

This neighbourhood is also home to a range of boutiques for vintage décor, second-hand clothes and little concept stores. If you’re planning a shopping trip, I’d recommend the ‘Melting Pot Kilo’ boutique for vintage clothes, where you can get a kilo of clothes for EUR 15. And if you’re a fan of tableware, there’s also the ‘La Vaisselle Au Kilo’ boutique, which works on the same principle but with different prices depending on the product type.

NONA PIZZA

To round off a wonderful day in Brussels, I’d recommend going for dinner at ‘Nona Pizza. At this restaurant, you can enjoy wood-fired pizza made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. The service is fantastic and the atmosphere is lovely – and from here, it’s also an easy walk back to Motel One Brussels.

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