Brussels Shopping

  1. Boutique Tintin

    No prizes for guessing the star of this comic shop, which stocks albums galore and cute merchandise.

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  2. Brüsel

    Chic comic-book shop named after a book by one of Belgium's best-known contemporary comic artists, François Schuiten. Comics with English translations available.

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  3. Évasions 1

    Buys and sells all sorts of books. Expect floor-to-ceiling stacks.

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  4. Galerie Bortier

    Galerie Bortier opened in 1848 and it is well worth a look, particularly if you're into second-hand books.

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  5. Nicola's Bookshop

    Specialising in world literature translated into English, this welcoming independent bookshop runs readings, author signings and poetry events. There's a small tearoom attached.

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  6. Pêle Mêle

    You could lose yourself for hours among the shelves of this cavernous secondhand bookshop, which also stocks a vast array of CDs, comics and computer games.

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  7. Sterling Books

    There's a fantastic selection of travel guides on the 1st floor of this friendly English-language bookshop, plus a good range of history and art books.

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  8. Waterstones

    This British emporium has Brussels' most comprehensive range of English-language books.

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