24h in Brussels: What To Do & Not To Do (by a local!)

Today’s video is going to give you a quick, but well-packed 24h in the Belgian capital. I’ve designed the following to balance cultural activities with relaxation. You’ll get to experience the way locals would if they wanted to have a “staycation”. I hope you enjoy! Timestamps 0:00 Welcome to Brussels! 0:37 What's to come 1:21 Breakfast upon arrival 2:38 A dose of culture 3:57 Cosy bookshop 4:27 Waffle time! 4:48 Vincent interview 7:54 St. Michael Cathedral 8:35 Nick interview 11:27 Day 2: relaxation 12:04 What locals recommend Other spots to check out: Social and cultural hubs: 1. Villa Empain (an art deco building featuring different exhibitions). Located next to the park, it’s a great way to immerse yourself in some art & culture. A calm afternoon. 2. Magritte museum.Good to combine with the Royal Fine Arts museum 3. Musee Horta. Once home to the architect Victor Horta- an example of Art Nouveau 4. Maniera. An understated art gallery set in a cosy home Bars & restaurants 1. Brasserie Verschueren. (*local tip: try the Belgian beer w/ ginger shot) 2. Mains Sourdough bakery 3. Le 203 (St. Gilles). upscale restaurant with prix-fixe menu My Brussels playlist:    / @alexandratempleton   W: https://www.alexandratempletonfit.com/ IG:   / allyt.fit   Helpful links: Expatica.com https://www.expatica.com/ Belgian Visas 101 https://www.expatica.com/be/moving/vi... Freelancing in Belgium https://www.expatica.com/be/working/s... How to apply for a Belgian visa https://feather-insurance.com/en-be/b... If you enjoyed this video, you might also like: Belgium Visa Explained: Your Complete Guide 2026    • Belgium Visa Explained: Your Complete Guid...   6 Years in Brussels - 6 Things I Love & Hate    • 6 Years in Brussels - 6 Things I Love & Hate   Brussels Living Guide: Where to Rent, What It Costs & How It Works!    • Brussels Living Guide: Where to Rent, What...   I am very grateful to be able to do what I love every day. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this journey and for making this community so special.