{"id":11354,"date":"2021-07-21T19:00:56","date_gmt":"2021-07-21T18:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/girlaroundtheworld.co.uk\/?p=11354"},"modified":"2023-05-02T09:47:38","modified_gmt":"2023-05-02T08:47:38","slug":"how-to-visit-the-atomium-brussels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/girlaroundtheworld.co.uk\/how-to-visit-the-atomium-brussels\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel Guide: How To Visit the Atomium in Brussels, Belgium"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Atomium is the symbol of Brussels<\/a> and it\u2019s a real sight to see at least once in your lifetime! If you\u2019re planning a trip to Belgium soon, I’m guessing this landmark is definitely on your bucket list. If so, then you opened the right article!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this post, I will tell you everything you need to know about how to visit the Atomium, from the ticket prices to opening times, when to visit, how to get there from central Brussels, where to eat nearby and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>First of all, is the Atomium worth visiting?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In short: yes<\/strong>! At the absolute least – a quick glance from afar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Atomium is a remarkable sight. Firstly, it is massive. Secondly, the architecture is insanely cool. Thirdly, (and this may sound super childish, but here goes), it is seriously shiny, so don\u2019t forget your sunnies unless you want to be Squinty-McGee all day. Even though it\u2019s impressive, I\u2019m not sure you could call it beautiful. The obscure Atomium structure looks like it\u2019s been teleported out of a 1960s sci-fi film. For me personally, that\u2019s just another tick on the pro\u2019s list for reasons to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now there\u2019s one thing left to find out: if you\u2019ll visit the inside of the Atomium or not. And all the information below will help you decide for yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>Everything you need to know before you visit the Atomium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>Why was the Atomium built?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Located on the Heysel Plateau, the Atomium was initially built for the first post-war Brussels World Expo in 1957 and it was meant to be a central piece of the event. Why did they choose atoms, though? Well, science was extremely popular in the 50s in Belgium and people believed it\u2019s one powerful activity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nowadays the landmark is a significant tourist spot, housing a museum devoted to the historical exhibition. It wasn\u2019t intended to be a permanent part of the Brussels architectural landscape – the initial plan was to keep it for 6 months only. However, just like the Eiffel Tower in France, the Belgians loved it so much they decided to keep it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Atomium derives its name from a combination of Atom and Aluminium. The unique structure represents an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times. Originally, the spheres were coated with sheets made of aluminium, but they faded over time, so they were replaced with stainless steel in 2004.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED READ:<\/strong> 12 Top Attractions in Brussels, Belgium \u2013 A Complete Guide to the City<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>How to get to the Atomium in Brussels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Atomium is located in Northern Brussels, around 8-9 km from the city centre, in Atomium Square.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There are different ways of getting to the Atomium from the centre of the city, depending on your preferences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n