Brussels: Atomium Entry Ticket with Design Museum Ticket



Visit this icon of Brussels and Belgium and a creation that’s unique in the history of architecture. The emblematic vestige of the World’s Fair in Brussels in 1958, the Atomium is the most popular attraction in Europe's capital city.

Highlights

  • Take in 360-degree panoramic views over Brussels
  • See the permanent exhibition about the history of this unique monument
  • Visit the two temporary exhibitions: RESTART and I have seen the Future

Description

Discover stunning panoramic views of Brussels and explore exhibitions about Belgium and digital art with this entry ticket to the Atomium. Take a walk through design works from the 20th and 21st centuries with a ticket to the Design Museum. Enter the iconic Atomium which symbolizes an iron crystal, magnified 165 billion times. Step into this relic of the past which was created for the 1958 World Fair. Marvel at 360-degree panoramic views of the 19 municipalities of Brussels. Stroll through the permanent Atomium exhibition which tells the history of this pavilion and the new permanent installation called CENTRALE. The central sphere of the Atomium is the point of the construction where all forces come together. The art of Visual Systems contains rings of light that inspire you. Visit also the two temporary exhibitions, including RESTART, an immersive sound and light show and 'I have seen the Future' which presents a photographic vision of the World’s Fairs that have left their mark on both North America and Europe.. Have the option to purchase Belgian specialties or seasonal dishes at the Atomium Restaurant which offers exceptional views from 95 meters above ground. Visit the Design Museum Brussels to learn about Belgian design and its history. Make your way through permanent and temporary exhibits and see the Plastics Design Collection of around 2000 plastic objects.

Includes

Admission to the Atomium (including the temporary exhibition and the permanent exhibition) Entry ticket to Design Museum Brussels (an 8-minute walk from the Atomium) Smartphone game

Important Information

  • Apart from the upper sphere, which is accessible by lift, the rest of the Atomium is not easy to access for people with restricted mobility, and unfortunately it is not suitable for wheelchairs There are 80 steps to walk up and 167 steps to walk down, and it is impossible to avoid this You are advised to visit when the attraction opens and to avoid peak time (between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM) when there is a large influx of visitors After 3:30 PM the flow of visitors tends to reduce During the holiday periods, the attraction can be very crowded which can cause longer waiting times You are invited to check the activity provider's Facebook and Google pages which shows the number of visitors in real time Due to COVID, your admission time may be somewhat delayed due to slower lines for the elevator

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Available Dates

October 2026 13 dates
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November 2026 10 dates
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