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Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium?

77%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 77% Kids-Friendly: Kids enter free, can follow the BZzz-ARTS family trail, Sunday workshops and €4 child audio guides, but long quiet halls, limited seating and no play zones may drain under-12 energy.

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Positives:

  • Free entry for kids: Children under 19 enter the museum free of charge.
  • Hands-on family activities: Workshops and trails are designed to keep children engaged.

Challenges:

  • No stroller access: Strollers must stay in the cloakroom; use carriers inside galleries.
  • Possible gallery fatigue: Long rooms can tire younger children; plan breaks in the café.
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What is Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium?

  • A complex of six interlinked museums housing over 20,000 paintings, sculptures and drawings spanning the 15th to 21st centuries
  • Organized into four principal sections under a neoclassical roof: the Old Masters Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, the Fin-de-Siècle Museum and the Magritte Museum
  • Founded by royal decree in 1845 and administered by the Belgian federal state as the country’s principal fine arts institution

What is so special about Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium for with kids?

  1. Free entry for children under 19
  2. Interactive BZzz-ARTS trail keeps kids engaged
  3. Hands-on workshops for families during weekends
  4. Highlights like Bruegel’s Icarus painting add intrigue
  5. On-site café offers breaks between galleries

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for key collections and a family workshop without tiring the kids.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

BZzz-ARTS Family Trail:

Interactive game guiding kids through main artworks with challenge cards.

Tip: Pick up free cards at the info desk and collect stickers as you explore.

Happy Sunday Family Workshop:

90-minute bilingual art workshop for families with children aged 6+.

Tip: Book in advance on the museum website; younger kids can join with adult help.

Bruegel’s The Fall of Icarus:

Spot details in one of Belgium’s national treasures from the 16th century.

Tip: Visit early to avoid crowds and ask children to find hidden figures in the scene.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

  1. Buy tickets online: Skip lines by purchasing adult tickets and booking workshops in advance.
  2. Map your route: Use the museum map to hit top highlights and find restrooms quickly.
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Reviews of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

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Graham Short

Graham Short

Oct 2025

The entrance to the museum is an impressive hall, with a huge marble floor and glass roof. The second level looks over the main concourse. It’s split into sections the Bruegel section and old Dutch masters are well represented and that’s what the museum caters too. There is a small room of modern art but that’s it.

Cita Wijaya

Cita Wijaya

Oct 2025

One of the most breathtaking buildings in Brussels. You can spend a whole day just admiring the arts and the building is very well kept. Don’t miss Rene Magritte’s museum in it and there will be separate ticket if you want to enjoy that one, but since you’re already there, might as well. I came here specifically to find Peter Bruegl the Elder’s paintings and I was happy that I could find some of i...

ddd

ddd

Sep 2025

I recommend to buy the ticket that includes the Magritte museum as well. Beautiful artwork, very big museum so it might take you about 3-4 hours. The Magritte museum is not for everyone, so i recommend looking up his paintings beforehand.

Melina Carmona

Melina Carmona

Aug 2025

We recommend visiting this museum with the combined ticket that includes the Magritte Museum. That said, we want to make it clear: this is a wonderful artistic and cultural experience you simply can’t miss if you’re visiting the capital. It not only holds incredibly beautiful works of art, but it’s also a peaceful, stunning, and super photogenic place. Don’t miss it!

Edward Laue

Edward Laue

Jul 2025

Holy cow! Loads of world-class Belgian art in a climate-controlled atmosphere. Well worth the visit. The Caravaggio exhibit is worth the price of admission. In Bruges, the museum pass is worth it if you have time to visit all the great museums and climb the tower. But allow two days.

When is the best time to visit Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium (Brussels, Belgium)?

During school holidays the museum offers multi-day art camps for ages 6–12; register early to secure a spot.

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

ItemCost (Approx.)
Combi ticket (Old Masters + Magritte), 2 adultsEUR 30
Children tickets (under 19)EUR 0
Audio guides for children (2 × €4)EUR 8
Total EstimatedEUR 38

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 Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

Address: Rue de la Régence 3, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

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About Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:11:00 AM – 6:00 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 2 508 32 11

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