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Art & History Museum (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Art & History Museum?

80%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 80% Kids-Friendly: Children enter free and get Bingo sheets, mystery games and an app-based quest, yet parents must supervise in fragile galleries and there are few hands-on zones compared with science venues.

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Reviews4.4/ 5
(from 3,134 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free entry for children: All visitors under 18 enter free, making the visit budget-friendly for families.
  • Seating and rest areas: Wide galleries include benches to rest between exhibits.

Challenges:

  • Low-light galleries: Some rooms use dim lighting that may require extra supervision for younger children.
  • Limited hands-on exhibits: Primary displays are artifacts behind glass; pack a small activity to keep kids engaged.
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What is Art & History Museum?

  • A Brussels museum in Cinquantenaire Park devoted to art and archaeology from prehistoric Belgium to the Merovingian era
  • Home to extensive archaeological and ethnological collections, showcasing Belgian artifacts alongside Egyptian, Iranian and pre-Columbian relics
  • Housed in a monumental neoclassical Beaux-Arts edifice featuring colonnaded facades and light-filled vaulted galleries

What is so special about Art & History Museum for with kids?

  1. Interactive bingo game engages children with American art.
  2. Digital trail introduces Belgian decorative arts through fun quizzes.
  3. Family entry deals mean free admission for kids under 18.
  4. Live plaster-cast workshop offers behind-the-scenes art making.

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Covers main collections, kids activities, and breaks without rush.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Art & History Museum

Bingo! Wild of the Americas:

Collect animal images hidden in artworks from the Americas.

Tip: Pick up the bingo sheet at reception. Guide younger kids to spot large images first.

Quest through the new arts:

Use the ErfgoedApp trail to explore Belgian Art Deco and Art Nouveau.

Tip: Download the free app before arrival and share a tablet so kids can take turns.

Murder in the Museum:

Solve a medieval mystery with cards and dice among cloister sculptures.

Tip: Ask for the game pack at the desk. Play near the medieval gallery for clues.

Plaster-cast Workshop visit:

Watch craftsmen create plaster copies of ancient sculptures.

Tip: Visit on Thursday afternoons at 13:30. No reservation needed and it’s free.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Art & History Museum

  1. Start with the bingo trail: Collect a bingo sheet first to guide kids through key exhibits in a fun way.
  2. Use the ErfgoedApp: Download the free ErfgoedApp for the digital discovery trail before you arrive.
  3. Timing the workshop: Plan your visit on a Thursday after 13:30 to catch the live plaster-cast workshop.
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Reviews of Art & History Museum

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Andreas Brockhaus

Andreas Brockhaus

Aug 2025

One of my favorite museums in Brussels, though to be fair, I'm really interested in Roman history, and they have some really great exhibits including mosaics, statues, a painted wall from Pompeii and even a huge model of ancient Rome. The art deco exhibit is also quite good. The museum is not crowded, has good English descriptions, and the staff are very helpful. I would recommend visiting if you'...

Georgiana Raducanu

Georgiana Raducanu

Aug 2025

Me and my 10 year old daughter loved it very much! It is very big, you have space to visit to sit and enjoy, and they have so many big objects, statues , vases, from many cultures. I've been 2 times and I would still go and not get bored.

Rngnese

Rngnese

Jul 2025

It's rumored to be Hogwarts and it really felt like it when I walked in. It was definitely worth a visit and the plus point was that there weren't too many visitors that day so I felt like I owned the whole museum. It was pretty cool, sometimes it felt a bit eerie to be alone in some areas.

Anastasia Shibanova

Anastasia Shibanova

Jul 2025

One of my favourite museums in Brussels. Very interesting collections from different times and cultures from almost all around the world. You can easily spend there several hours. Always polite and attentive service at the reception.

Ana DL

Ana DL

Jul 2025

One of the best kept secrets in Bruxelles. To see the whole museum, you’d need a day! It’s not the most modern museum presentation wise, but its content is well preserved. From the Syrian mosaics, to their Egyptian mummies, their cloister and real Easter Island head, this museum is a joy to visit. Not too crowded and a hop and skip from two metros. I highly recommend it!

When is the best time to visit Art & History Museum (Brussels, Belgium)?

Weekday mornings in spring and fall have lighter crowds. In winter, afternoons are especially calm for slow-paced gallery visits.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult admission (2)EUR 20
Kids admission (2)EUR 0
Souvenir at museum shopEUR 15
Snack breakEUR 10
Total EstimatedEUR 45

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Art & History Museum

Address: Parc du Cinquantenaire 10, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

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About Art & History Museum

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+32 2 741 73 31

Average price

US$ 10.96
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