Local arts and crafts market in Place Agora selling handmade candles, perfume, jewelry and much more.
Centred around the Charles Buls fountain in the Agora Square, local artisans sell everything from jewellery to pottery and perfume at the market. Looking for a unique gift on your trip to Brussels? Or maybe you just want to window shop on your city trip. Either way, the arts and crafts market of Brussels is an easy stop along your way in the city centre of Brussels. The arts market takes place from Friday to Sunday, so you’ve got plenty of time to drop by.
The artisan market in Agora might not be the biggest flea market in Brussels, but it has plenty of unique things to buy. It’s worth a stop for any shopaholic. A lot of people pass through the market square on a trip to or from the nearby Grand Palace of Brussels. If you happen to be nearby, we recommend taking a quick visit to the artisan market.
- Most tourists drop by the square to take photos by the fountain of Charles Buls, named after a famous mayor of Brussels.
- All the stalls of the artisan market are in red and green, the colours of Brussels.
- The artisan market is surrounded by chocolate shops and restaurants.
Tips and Tricks
- Most of the handmade items are good buys for those on a tighter budget. The artisan market won’t cash out your bank account
- Drop by at night closer to closing times to see the musicians and nightlife at play
- The artisan market on Agora Square is basically attached to the hip of the Grand Palace, making it an easy visit for all our urban explorers in the heart of Brussels
Getting There
- By Car: close to parking on Grand Place
- By Train: 5 walk from Brussel-Centraal train station. Trains IC, ICT, P and more stop here
- By Bus: 5 walk from Gare Centrale bus station. Buses 29, 71, N04 and more stop here.
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