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The Atomium is a landmark building in Brussels (Belgium), originally constructed for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair (Expo 58). It is located on the Heysel Plateau, where the exhibition took place. It is now a museum. Designed by the engineer André Waterkeyn and architects André and Jean Polak,[1] it stands 102 m (335 ft) tall. Its nine 18 m (60 ft) diameter stainless steel clad spheres are connected, so that the whole forms the shape of a unit cell of an ?-iron (ferrite) crystal magnified 165 billion times. Tubes of 3 m (10 ft) diameter connect the spheres along the 12 edges of the cube and all eight vertices to the centre. They enclose stairs, escalators and an elevator (in the central, vertical tube) to allow access to the five habitable spheres, which contain exhibit halls and other public spaces. The top sphere includes a restaurant which has a panoramic view of Brussels.
@ 10 Dec, 2019
The view is interesting, i wish there are more area to explore. The instructions about "how to explore" wasn't very clear, basically you just follow the person in front of you will be fine. Spent almost half of the time just to queue to buy ticket, get into the elevator to go up and get into the elevator to get down... Also the locker is free, just need 1 euro for deposit (which is awesome)
@ 26 Nov, 2019
One of the view places I've visited without researching before going. Pleasantly surprised. Loved the art exhibit that was there when we went. The student ticket the combined the design museum and Mini Europe was definitely worth the price. Also the only place I've ever bought the photo they take when you first walk in. Really, a great time.
@ 08 Dec, 2019
What a spectacular building! When I saw this on some pictures, I hoped that I would see it in real life someday. During my trip to Brussels I had the best chance to make my minor dream come true. Within the building there are multiple levels with special exhibitions decidated to the process of construction and "who, when and why" came up with the idea etc. I think of this building as something truly unique and amazing. The panorama that's given to you at the top is breathtaking as well. I were you, I would definitely consider visiting this place.
@ 19 Dec, 2019
This giant sculpture is located well outside of Brussels but very well connected by tram lines. It's located on last terminal stop of couple of trams lines. Tram line 3 which connects Atomium and runs though Brussels north and Brussels midi station. Inside Atomium series of exhibition and escalators. Recommended to be included in Brussels visit itenary.
@ 25 Nov, 2019
Appreciated this piece of architecture more the second time round! Huge structure and beautiful in the sunlight. The park next door is a nice green area to walk through.