Museum of the Turn of the Century (Musée Fin-de-Siècle)

The basics

The Musée Fin-de-Siècle (or Museum of the Turn of the Century) is a new addition to Brussels’ collection of museums. It explores the fascinating era of the turn of the century between 1868 and 1914, when politics, art, and social sensibilities rapidly changed throughout Western Europe from a straight-laced 19th century to the modern age.

Explore displays and exhibits designed to showcase how this turbulent time inspired artists and writers, and learn how the Art Nouveau movement initially grew within the studios and galleries of Brussels. See pieces designed and created by leaders of the movement, and discover a new side to Art Nouveau.

Things to know before you go

• Including the Musée Fin-de-Siècle in a tour of other Brussels museums is easy—it’s right by the Magritte galleries.

• Admission prices range from €8 to €13.

• Musée Fin-de-Siècle is closed on Mondays.

• As well as Art Nouveau, the museum includes examples of realism and impressionism.

How to get there

The Musée Fin-de-Siècle is situated on the Rue de la Régence, close to the Square du Petit Sablón and the Koningsplein. Take a bus to the Klein Zavel stop, a tram to Petit Sablon, or the Metro to Naamsepoort and walk the short distance up Rue du Pepin.

When to get there

The museum is open every Tuesday through Friday from 10am to 5pm. On weekends, it’s open an hour later—from 11am to 6pm. It's a popular museum, so it can get busy but rarely crowded. However, early afternoons are your best bet if you’d prefer to visit at a quieter time.

Wander through time on a tour of Brussels’ museums

Brussels has a wealth of galleries and museums to visit, and luckily, many of them are situated within easy traveling distance from each other. When planning your trip to the Musée Fin-de-Siècle, take a look at a map to see which other museums just up the Rue de la Régence you could fit into your itinerary.