Royal Military Museum. Brussels, Belgium

The Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History is one of Brussels’ most impressive landmarks. Located in the beautiful Cinquantenaire Park, it extends across five vast exhibition halls covering 40,000 square metres. Inside, visitors can explore twelve centuries of military history. The museum’s unique architecture and impressive atmosphere immediately captivate visitors as they discover heavy military equipment, historic weapons, and treasures from different eras.

The museum’s world-renowned collection is divided into several remarkable permanent exhibitions. Visitors can explore the Historic Gallery, which takes them back through centuries of history, or admire the impressive Arms and Armour Gallery, featuring a spectacular collection of armour, swords and other medieval weaponry. The 14-18 Gallery and the modern Bordiau Gallery offer fascinating insights into the First and Second World Wars.

One of the museum’s highlights is its legendary Aviation Hall, which houses more than 100 historic aircraft, including impressive vintage biplanes and modern fighter jets such as the F-16. For a spectacular view of Brussels, visitors can also climb to the terraces above the Cinquantenaire arcade. From there, they can enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the Belgian capital.

The museum is a fantastic destination for families with children of all ages. It offers interactive displays, temporary exhibitions, and special activities designed for younger visitors. Children can even celebrate an unforgettable birthday party here! The museum organises themed workshops for children aged 6 to 12, such as “Little Knight” and “Mission Rainbow”. To make the experience even more memorable, families can book a table at the Sky Café and enjoy a birthday cake surrounded by real aircraft.

Explore the collections and plan your visit: militarymuseum.be

Subscribe to social media not to miss any news:
wwww.facebook.com/RoyalMilitaryMuseumBrussels
www.instagram.com/royal_military_museum_brussels