Atomium

Top 1% of attractions in Brussels

8 / 10

“Step right up and see the amazing Atomium! This monument was built for the 1958 World's Fair in Brussels”

– Afar Magazine

Frommer's

"There's nothing quite like this cluster of giant spheres representing the atomic structure of an iron crystal enlarged 165 billion times." Full review

The view from the deck on the top sphere is marvelous

Lonely Planet

"The space-age Atomium looms 102m over north Brussels’ suburbia like a gleaming steel alien from a ‘60s Hollywood movie." Full review

Let's Go

"For some, the Atomium is a horrific eyesore in the Brussels skyline; for others, it’s a stroke of architectural genius. " Full review

Fodor's

"Like a giant, shiny child's toy rising up out of a forest, the Atomium was created in 1958 as part of the World's Fair of Brussels." Full review

Michelin Guide

2 Stars

"The upper sphere... vantagepoint offers one of the best panoramic views of Brussels and its surroundings." Full review

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+32 2 475 47 75

Square de l'Atomium, Laeken, Brussels 1020, Belgium

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