Musée de la Ville (City Museum)

Frommer's Review

Housed in the neo-Gothic Maison du Roi (King's House) -- which, despite its name, has never housed a king -- this museum displays a varied collection focused on the art and history of Brussels. On the ground floor you can admire detailed tapestries from the 16th and 17th centuries, and porcelain, silver, and stone statuary. After climbing a beautiful wooden staircase, you can trace the history of Brussels in old maps, prints, photos, and models. Among the most fascinating displays are old paintings and modern scale reconstructions of the historic city center, particularly those depicting riverside activity along the now-vanished Senne River. There are also exhibits on traditional arts and crafts, such as tapestry and lace. On the third floor are more than 650 costumes that have been donated to outfit Brussels's famous Manneken-Pis statue .

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