Refined information to help you make the most of a quick trip away. - The times

Sublime architecture, legendary beer, enticing museums, heavenly chocolate - a wealth of attractions is concentrated in the urbane capital of Europe. With our discerning selection of the essential ingredients for a short stay, Best of Brussels puts the whole city in your pocket.

Navigate the streets - easy-to-use fold-out maps, and themed walking tours that take in Art Nouveau architecture and comic-strip murals

Indulge your appetite - top restaurants, graceful grand cafés and old-time taverns to linger over lunch or sample an authentic brew

Stay in style - the pick of hotels, whether you're looking for old-world grandeur or sleek modernity

Discover the city - choice coverage of museums, gardens and galleries, plus the best of the city's lesser known sights

Retail therapy - all the shopping highlights, including elegant, glass-covered arcades and bustling flea markets