Is Belgium safe for tourists?
Thinking about a solo trip to Brussels next month.
Worried about being alone in a big city.
polder_pioneer2Is Belgium safe for tourists?
polder_pioneer2Accepted answer
vibe_check_be_proYes, mostly. US State Dept says level 2 caution and terror threat is grave right now, so watch out for pickpockets on metro lines 1, 2 or 6 near stations. Safety is relative, so if u come from Brazil or Mexico it'll feel way safer than here if u are from Iceland
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wafflelover882I had a weird encounter in central Brussels last summer... a guy kept trying to grab my bag while I was looking at a map. Definitely stay alert when walking around the main spots.
flanders_buildsBruges is totally different. It feels magical even at night and feels very safe for walking around.
map_readerIf u arrive at the train station at night, just take an Uber. Walking around some parts can be a bit much. Good luck
Newbie_In_NamurDont think its that bad tbh, i feel like the bad reputation of Brussels is just because of politics and xenophobia, i havent had any issues since i moved here last month
PunsAndBeerAvoid the area around Gare du Midi during the day if u want to avoid sketchy vibes.