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Very first time visiting Brussels? We want you to make the most from your car hire Brussels experience. For this reason, we have enlisted the support of a local travel expert to help get you on the road. Stick to these useful travel tips and enjoy the very best that Brussels provides...

See: One of the most beautiful squares in Europe: the magnificent Grand’Place. The striking stone Guild houses perfectly set off the square at Christmas and during the biennial floral carpet show (Tapis de fleur). Another ‘must see’ is city mascot the Manneken Pis. Legend states that the son of a local merchant went missing for a couple of days but was found on a street corner doing exactly what he does today. The merchant was so happy that he commissioned the statue. The little fellow has more than 800 costumes that commemorate various events. Then there’s the Atomium. Built for the World Trade Fair of 1958, it represents a giant atom and is 102 metres tall – so the view from up there is spectacular. Nearby is Mini Europe, a twist on the model village theme, with many European capital city monuments depicted in miniature.

The gigantic Palais de Justice dominates part of the Brussels skyline. It’s said to be the biggest building constructed in the world in the 19th century. And those into politics can head to the European Quarter for the home of the European Commission, the under-construction summit building and the European Parliament.

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Shop: The main shopping street in the city is Rue Neuve, which has all the usual High Street names, as well as something-for-everyone megastore City2. But if you’re feeling really flush then swanky Avenue Louise/Boulevard de Waterloo with its designer outlets, such as Delvaux, and the luxury Conrad Hotel, is the place for you.

Dodge the ladies-of-a-certain-age with their bizarrely coiffed little dogs and pop into the Conrad for some of former-world champion Pierre Marcolini’s sublime chocolate, possibly the best you’ll ever have. His and other such outlets, Godiva and Neuhaus, can also be found among the art galleries and antique shops on the Sablon.

For top Belgian goods, you could do worse than Rue Antoine Dansaert and the gorgeous Galerie de la Reine.

Eat: Brussels is renowned for its gastronomy but the ubiquitous ‘moules et frites’ (mussels and fries) are not even the half of it. Head down the narrow Petite rue des Bouchers to be flattered by the waiters in the street – beware, they don’t so much want your attention as your backsides on their seats. For something different head to the top of the Musical Instruments Museum, designed by Victor Horta and boasting a rooftop café. The food is not particularly special but the view of the spire in Grand’Place certainly is. Bar food is generally good in Brussels and the expat bars make the grade. Try O’Reilly’s and Six Nations for tasty pub grub and, if you like burgers, then Fat Boy’s is unbeatable. It’s a sports bar, so the burgers have testosterone a-plenty on the side.

A vibrant ‘locals’ place for a hearty lunch is bistro Le Perroquet while you cannot avoid our famous Pain Quotidien - great for civilized breakfasts. Also, visit Maison Antoine fritcot and, remember, ‘French fries’ are not French. They were invented in Belgium. Possibly…

Drink: French-speaking or Flemish-speaking, you can’t go wrong in this truly cosmopolitan place. Among the best bars are Monk on Rue St Catherine, The Walvis (whale), next to the canal and the famous A La Morte Subite for plenty of strong, traditional Belgian beers. Chez Moeder Lambic has even more beers but the aptly named Delirium Café tops the lot. Go steady! Top beers to try are any from Cantillon and Brasserie de la Senne.

Stay: In a business and political hub such as Brussels, there are plenty of top-end places. Recommended are the Radisson Blu Royal, designer hotel The Dominican plus the quirky Bloom and arty White Hotel. The Marriot downtown and Leopold in the European Quarter offer packages worth looking into.

Walk: Stroll throughthe large ParcCinquantenaire/Jubelpark, created for the 50th anniversary of Belgian independence in 1880, and view the triumphal arch at one end. Don’t miss Autoworld and The War Museum, while you’re in the park – you can get to the top of the arch for free via the latter.

The numerous statues in Petit Sablon shouldn’t be missed while a wander around Place St-Catherine, especially when there’s an event such as the Plaisirs d’Hiver, is great fun. If you’re too tired to walk, hire a bicycle from Villo! and get the freedom of this marvellous city.

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Get out: Head out to the university city of Leuven and have a drink in its own gorgeous square or drive out to the diamond capital of the world, the Port of Antwerp, for a distinctly Flemish experience. If you love your canoeing, climbing and countryside, then the Ardennes’ ‘smallest city in the world’ Durbuy will be just the ticket.

Listen:Jacques Brel is Brussels’ most famous musical export, but the venues Forest National, Ancienne Belgique and La Botanique draw the best sounds around. Meanwhile, there are dozens of music bars, such as Live Music Café, offering every kind of music from World through Rock to Irish Folk. Top of the list is art deco  L’Archiduc for late night jazz.

Avoid: Rain coming down in cords. Our weather can be grim, so bring your brolly.