{"id":1073,"date":"2026-04-05T14:16:55","date_gmt":"2026-04-05T12:16:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/outdoor-activity-nice-weather\/"},"modified":"2026-03-17T11:43:40","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T10:43:40","slug":"outdoor-activity-nice-weather","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.familinbruxelles.com\/en\/outdoor-activity-nice-weather\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in Brussels when the weather is nice? \u2600\ufe0f"},"content":{"rendered":"
Our suggestions for activities and outdoor outings <\/div><\/div>\n

Ideas for outdoor<\/strong> outings to enjoy Brussels with children, from babies to teenagers. Parks, gardens, bike rides, treasure hunts, guided outdoor tours, amusement parks, zoos… Here are our suggestions for turning a beautiful day into real holiday memories, even just a stone’s throw from your home. <\/p>\n\n

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The latest outings in Brussels, perfect for exploring the city when the weather is nice: <\/p>\n\n

New guided tours, light experiences, walks in the neighborhoods… Selected because they take place outdoors<\/strong> or nicely combine a walk + a visit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

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\u2b50 Bestseller \u2013 For a walk outside even this winter!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An activity that allows you to see as much of Brussels as possible in the open air,<\/strong> without tiring your little legs: an open-air panoramic bus to pass in front of the great monuments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Ideal for a first discovery of Brussels
\u2013 Outside, on the upper deck, with a 360\u00b0 view of the city
\u2013 Audio guide for adults and children to understand everything while having fun
\u2013 You can get on and off freely at the main stops<\/p>\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udca1 10 ideas in Brussels when the weather is nice with children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. From 4 years old \u2022 Go up to the Atomium<\/a><\/strong> and enjoy the panoramic view, then take a walk in the Osseghem park right next door <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. From 4 years old \u2022 Discover Mini-Europe<\/a> in the open air<\/strong> and let the children trigger the activities (trains, volcanoes, boats, etc.) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. All ages \u2022 Lie on the grass at the Parc du Cinquantenaire<\/strong> and play under the bow (ball, frisbee, bike, scooter) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. All ages \u2022 Walk through the Brussels Park<\/strong> in the shade of the trees and watch the street performers around the city centre <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. All ages \u2022 Take a hop-on-hop-off bus ride<\/a><\/strong> and get off at the stops you like (Atomium, historic center, European quarter…) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. From 3 years old \u2022 Rent a boat or pedal boat in the Bois de la Cambre<\/strong> and enjoy the playgrounds in the middle of the greenery <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. All ages \u2022 Stroll along the ponds of Ixelles<\/strong> and finish with an ice cream or waffle on Place Flagey <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. All ages \u2022 <\/strong>Ride the Ferris Wheel \u2013 The View, Place Poelaert<\/strong> <\/a>to admire Brussels from the sky, especially at sunset <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. D\u00e8s 6 ans \u2022 Suivre quelques fresques du Parcours BD<\/a><\/strong> et transformer la balade en chasse aux h\u00e9ros de BD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. All ages \u2022 Embark on a short cruise on the canal<\/strong> to see Brussels differently, from the water. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Top 5 outside Brussels, when the weather is nice…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. From 3 years old \u2022 Pairi Daiza (~1 hour from Brussels)<\/strong> \u2013 An exceptional animal and botanical park, voted best zoo in Europe several times <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. From 3 years old \u2022 Planckendael (~30 min from Brussels)<\/strong> \u2013 Family zoo with large playgrounds and animals by continent <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Tout \u00e2ge \u2022 Walibi<\/a> Belgium \u00e0 Wavre<\/strong> \u2013 Le plus grand parc d\u2019attractions de Belgique, avec man\u00e8ges pour tous les \u00e2ges<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. D\u00e8s 4 ans \u2022 Aqualibi<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Grand parc aquatique (id\u00e9als les journ\u00e9es tr\u00e8s chaudes, ou en mi-saison)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. All ages \u2022 A day in Bruges or Antwerp with the family<\/strong> \u2013 Stroll through the streets, boats on the canals, parks with playgrounds <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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      When the weather is nice, Brussels becomes a huge outdoor playground. Some parks not to be missed with children: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u2013 Parc du Cinquantenaire<\/strong> : Great classic for running, playing ball, cycling or scootering. Magnificent view under the arch, wide open spaces, lawns for picnics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u2013 Brussels Park (between the Royal Palace and the Parliament):<\/strong> Easy to access, ideal for a green break between two visits to the city. You sometimes come across street artists, musicians, improvised shows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u2013 Bois de la Cambre<\/strong> : The “Central Park” of Brussels: large wooded areas, playground, lake with boats and pedal boats, terrace of the Chalet Robinson… Perfect for getting some fresh air without leaving the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \u2013 Tenbosch Park & Ixelles Ponds<\/strong> : More intimate park, perfect with young children, then walk around the ponds and gourmet break in Flagey. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      \ud83d\udeb6 Outdoor walks & guided tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Brussels is very easy to discover on foot, especially when the weather is nice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n