Design Museum Brussels Location: How to Get There by Subway and Bus

Everything you need to know to get to Design Museum, Brussels.

Design Museum - Location

Design Museum Brussels is located on the Heysel/Heizel plateau in Brussels, Belgium, close to the Atomium.

Address: Place de Belgique 1 (Belgiëplein 1), 1020 Brussels, Belgium, opposite Hall 5 of the Heysel exhibition park.

How to Get to Design Museum Brussels

The museum does not publish dedicated parking, and there are paid car parks and street parking on the Heysel plateau, including Parking T, which is accessible from Avenue de l'Impératrice Charlotte. Check the museum’s website for the closest option on the day.

Brussels is a Low Emission Zone (LEZ), so check or register your vehicle before you travel.

Visit the Atomium in Brussels

Highlights

Ascend the Atomium, a striking symbol of Brussels rising 100 meters into the sky.

Learn the structure’s history, built for the 1958 Brussels World Fair and kept as a permanent landmark.

Explore rotating contemporary art and design exhibitions inside.

Combine your visit with the neighboring Design Museum Brussels on the same ticket.

FAQs About Design Museum Directions

What’s the fastest public transport route?

Take metro line 6 toward Roi Baudouin / Koning Boudewijn to Heysel / Heizel, or take tram 7 or bus 83 to the same stop. The museum is a short walk away, following the signs for the Atomium.

Where should I park my car?

The museum has no dedicated parking. Paid car parks and street parking are available on the Heysel plateau, including Parking T, accessible from Avenue de l'Impératrice Charlotte.

Do I need to register my car for the Low Emission Zone (LEZ)?

Check whether your vehicle is allowed in Brussels’ Low Emission Zone before you travel, and register it online if needed to avoid a fine.

How close is the museum to the Atomium?

The museum is about 150 m from the Atomium, a couple of minutes’ walk.

Is the building wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the museum is accessible to visitors with reduced mobility. If you have specific access needs, contact the museum before your visit.

Can I get a train discount?

Yes. If you book on the museum’s website, you can get 40% off a second-class return train trip to Brussels using the SNCB/NMBS code on your ticket.

This website sells official tickets for this venue. Please note, however, that it is not the official website of the venue.

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