Five Instagrammable locations in Brussels

Key locations in Brussels for photo shoots in the capital.

When you wander around the city, you’ll find it is full of parks, monuments, unusual buildings, historic streets and other photogenic locations. It is ideal for photographers like us.

Whatever your photography style, the city offers a range of suitable locations. Here are our top 5 spots for photo shoots in Brussels.

1 – Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert

The Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, comprising the Galerie de la Reine, the Galerie du Roi and the Galerie des Princes, are located in the heart of the capital, a short distance from the Grand-Place. They house numerous shops with vintage façades and offer an elegant atmosphere that combines luxury and charm.

The arcades captivate with their symmetry, the architecture of their façades and their glass roofs. Well sheltered from the vagaries of the Belgian weather, they offer every photographer in Brussels the ideal setting for a portrait shoot, a fashion shoot or even architectural photography.

2 – Grand-Place

How could you compile a list of the most photogenic locations in Brussels without including the Grand-Place?

Renowned worldwide for its rich ornamentation and beauty, it is the most famous, bustling and frequently photographed square in Brussels, and one of the most beautiful in Europe.

As the sun sets, the buildings light up and a different kind of light envelops the capital. Day gives way to night, revealing the beauty of this extraordinary place even more clearly.

Architectural photography, lifestyle photography, street photography, couple portraits and night photography: the Grand-Place is a versatile location for photographers in Brussels.

3 – Mont des Arts

The Mont des Arts is an excellent location to watch the sunset in Brussels.

With an impressive view of the old part of the city, gardens that are always in bloom and a glass-fronted conference centre, this venue provides a variety of vantage points for your photographs. Stylish, modern, historic or natural: a range of photographic styles all in one place.

The Mont des Arts is a suitable location for a photo shoot in Brussels. Whether it’s a couple’s photo, a portrait or even a night-time shot, it has everything you need for Instagram-worthy images.

4 – Place Poelaert and its impressive view of Brussels

Situated between Place Royale and Place Louise, Place Poelaert offers a magnificent panoramic view of Brussels. The city’s characteristic little red roofs, high-rise buildings and church spires can be seen on the horizon.

A brilliant spot in Brussels for photographers keen to experiment with light and enjoy a sensational view.

5 – Pannenhuis metro station

Pannenhuis station is one of the most popular Belgian metro stations on Instagram. Beautiful, unique and futuristic, Pannenhuis station is highly photogenic.
Brussels’ leading professional photographers, as well as many amateur photographers, are drawn to its cylindrical lamps, its symmetry and its orange walls. The result is a visually striking, Instagram-friendly location.

From architectural photography to portrait photography, Pannenhuis has also won us over.

Bonus photo – Bright Brussels

The Bright Brussels light festival returns this autumn.

Light installations all over the capital: a spectacular display and a photographer’s dream in Brussels.

As you’ll have realised, choosing the right location is essential for a successful photo shoot. Brussels, with its beauty and uniqueness, offers a suitable backdrop for photographers.

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