Brussels tipped by CNN as a top place to visit in 2026
American news network CNN is sure of it: Brussels is high up on the list of places you must visit this year.
The heart of Europe and all its charm have struck a chord with the Atlanta-based giant. CNN praises Brussels as a cultural capital coming into its own, inviting readers to “scratch the surface and you’ll uncover an artistic hub.”
They mention various museums, including KANAL-Centre Pompidou, which is set to open in November, and the Comic Art Museum, but the intrepid Brusselian explorer knows that there is far more cultural heritage to discover than that – think of Bozar, the Magritte museum, Villa Empain, Maison Horta... there is truly a museum for every taste in Brussels.
The article also refers to classic tourist experiences like the Atomium or the royal galleries at a stone’s throw of the Grand Place, and recommends particular hotels. You can follow those recommendations or go off the beaten path, where Brussels is at its most beautiful, rich with unassuming bookshops, cozy cafés and gorgeous architecture.
Thanks for mentioning our city, CNN. And to our readers, if you do come and explore, let us know what you recommend.