Tree-lined lawn and formal avenue leading to the three-arched Cinquantenaire monument. — PHOTO“Arch in Parc du cinquantenaire @ Brussels (8177725784).jpg” by Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France · CC BY 2.0. Resized and converted to WebP for this site.

EUROPE BRUSSELS · BELGIUM

Parc du Cinquantenaire

A landscaped park built for Belgium's 50th anniversary, with a monumental arch and museums on its long avenues.

What to expect

Created in 1880 for the 50th anniversary of Belgian independence, Parc du Cinquantenaire pairs formal gardens with monuments and museum buildings. Broad paths lead toward the triumphal arch, whose three arcades are topped by a bronze quadriga. The Royal Military Museum, Art & History Museum and Autoworld occupy the surrounding complex, while the lawns and paths also host sports, concerts and seasonal events.

Free outdoor park

Before you go

Entry and costs

The park's outdoor paths, lawns and monument exterior are public space; museum admission and access to the arch panorama through the Royal Military Museum are separate. Event setup can change the open routes.

Visitor notes

The official visitor guide describes the park's 1880 origin and lists the museums on its avenues. Visit Brussels notes that access to the arch panorama goes through the Royal Military Museum; allow for that separate museum visit and check current notices. The guide gives no dependable daily park hours.

Opening hours

Date-specific hours are not available for this place. Check the official page for the day you plan to visit.

Good for

Monumental park walkArchitectureMuseum district

Official sourceVisit Brussels — Parc du Cinquantenaire

Visit Brussels — Cinquantenaire Park viewpoint

Checked 1 November 2026. Hours, entry rules and access can change; check this page again before you visit.

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