Antique markets and chocolate shops, surrealist artworks and stylish cafes. A multi-lingual city, known for its fine food and historic lace industry. Home to the European Parliament, NATO, and more than 100 museums, Brussels is the capital of Belgium and head of the European Union.

Contrast the Parisian boulevards and embassy buildings of the Léopold II area, with the stylish shops and Art Nouveau architecture surrounding St Cathérine's Square. Take a mirror flight in the Scientastic Museum, or enter the stainless steel spheres of the Atomium structure. Visit the new Magritte Museum, or marvel at the Royal Glasshouses. Giggle at the Manneken Pis and be awe-struck by the immense Royal Palace. Climb ‘Gallows Hill’ to the Palace of Justice, or see Big Ben and the Eiffel Tower at Mini Europe. Visit the guild halls and gothic town hall in the Grande Place – Brussels’ cherished World Heritage square.

Just a short distance from Calais, Brussels is easily accessible from the UK. STS offer centrally located accommodation in the heart of Brussels – perfect for exploring the city on foot. This trip offers a fascinating insight to the varied European cultures and international institutions which co-exist in this multicultural capital.