Over 8,000 musical instruments on display
Brussels Musical Instrument Museum
The Musical Instrument Museum in Brussels is a place where music and history meet harmoniously. It houses numerous musical instruments that reflect various cultures and histories from around the world, and you can learn about how rare instruments were made and how they are played. You can also have fun finding the sound you like best by listening to the sound of the instrument directly through headphones through an audio guide machine. Meet rare musical instruments at the Musical Instrument Museum, one of Brussels' main tourist attractions!
A hidden gem in Brussels,
musical instrument museum
Passing through the beautiful Art Nouveau architectural style located in downtown Brussels, you can see over 1,000 different musical instruments. You can see musical instruments from various eras, from ancient instruments such as the 16th-century Jewish harp to modern electronic keyboards. Visit the historic Musical Instrument Museum where a variety of musical instruments are on display, starting with the 172 instruments collected by the Conservatory's first conductor, François-Joseph Pettis.
world of musical instruments
The Art Nouveau-style building, which is noticeable even from a distance, exudes a unique and antique atmosphere from the outside. Inside the museum, more than 8,000 different musical instruments are stored over 4 floors, allowing you to experience a world of musical instruments you never knew about. From rare instruments such as the Jewish harp and Tielemans' harmonica to traditional instruments reflecting Eastern and Western cultures! Don't miss the opportunity to hear it with your own ears through an audio guide.
Healing with musical instruments
By classifying musical instruments according to theme, you can learn about the development of the times, instruments of ancient civilizations with great archaeological value, and instruments with symbolic meaning. There are benches scattered throughout the museum, so sitting comfortably and listening to music is one of the healing points. Immerse yourself in the world of musical instruments by exploring a collection of rare instruments and experiencing their unique sounds!
address :
Brussels Musical Instruments Museum
Rue Montagne de la Cour 2, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
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operating time :
Monday - Friday: 09:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
※ Admission closes 45 minutes before the end of operation.
※ Operating hours may change depending on the season, so please refer to the official website before visiting.
Rue Montagne de la Cour 2, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium