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Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert

Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
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The Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert is a dazzling 19th-century shopping arcade that embodies the elegance and ambition of Brussels’ urban renewal. Opened in 1847 and designed by architect Jean-Pierre Cluysenaer, it was one of Europe’s first covered galleries, predating even Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. The complex consists of three interconnected arcades—the Galerie du Roi, Galerie de la Reine, and Galerie des Princes—united under a soaring glass roof supported by cast-iron arches. Originally conceived to revitalise a neglected neighbourhood, the galleries quickly became a hub for luxury shopping, culture, and café society. Today, they remain a vibrant destination, home to chocolatiers, boutiques, theatres, and the historic Cinéma Galeries. With over six million visitors annually, the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert continues to enchant with its blend of architectural grandeur and cosmopolitan charm—a timeless promenade where past and present meet beneath the light-filled canopy.

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Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert is a stunning 19th-century shopping arcade located in the very heart of Brussels, at Galerie du Roi 5, 1000 Brussels, just steps from the iconic Grand Place. Designed by architect Jean-Pierre Cluysenaar and inaugurated in 1847, this architectural masterpiece features three interconnected galleries—the King’s Gallery, Queen’s Gallery, and Princes’ Gallery—each covered by a soaring glass roof that bathes the elegant boutiques, cafés, chocolatiers, and theaters in natural light. The Galeries are not only a shopping destination but also a vibrant cultural hub, home to the Théâtre Royal des Galeries, the Vaudeville Theatre, and the Cinéma Galeries, as well as the renowned bookshop Tropismes. Its central location means you’re surrounded by some of Brussels’ most famous attractions: the Grand Place is just around the corner, while Jeanneke Pis, the Museum of the City of Brussels, Brussels Cathedral, and Manneken Pis are all within a five-minute walk. With its blend of luxury, history, and proximity to major sights, Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert is an essential stop for any visitor to Brussels.

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