Experts' Choice Award Art & History Museum
What the experts agree on
This 1835-founded museum houses 350,000 artifacts spanning five continents and human history from prehistory onward, with standout Egyptian, Greek, and Roman antiquities alongside Belgian archaeology and decorative arts, all set in the
“For a chronologically and culturally wide-ranging glimpse into the past, head to the excellent Musées du Cinquantenaire in Parc du Cinquantenaire, which is worth a visit in itself. ”
– Fodor's
Frommer's "An eclectic collection of antiques, decorative arts... sculptures, tapestries, lace, porcelain, silver, furniture, toys, stained glass, jewels, folklore, and old vehicles." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"An incredible 350,000 artefacts from all continents... make up the permanent collection at the majestic Royal Museum of Art and History." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Created in 1835, this exceptional museum gives an overview of human history from the Prehistoric period to the present day." Full review
The Telegraph "There are great chunks of ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome here." Full review
Frommer's "The museum is located... in the Parc du Cinquentenaire, whose triumphal arch and sculptures help make it worth visiting in its own right.
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Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"This exceptional museum gives an overview of human history." Full review
