Discovery_JourneyQuick question, I am visiting from Finland next month and I am a bit worried about the big cities here, I heard some stories about the smells and the crowds in Brussels and it makes me a bit nervous... What should tourists in Belgium avoid?
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been_there_done_thatAvoid eating at restaurants located on the Rue des Bouchers in Brussels... You should steer clear of the generic chocolate shops and overpriced souvenirs in the main squares too! Also, avoid the North and South station areas at night, they can be a bit rough, and keep in mind many shops and restaurants close on Sundays.
love_belgium_xWatch out for pickpockets in Brussels especially when you are near the train stations! I saw someone get their wallet stolen near the station last summer, it was sooo scary for them.
HISTORICAL_PROFCharleroi is getting better though some people still say avoid it - in my experience it was fine
PunsAndBeerJust don't pay 15 euros for a mediocre waffle.
newbie_notes2I had the same problem when I first moved here - the metro can be a bit much