Belgian Comic Strip Center

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Alone. Not even scared (to be scared!)

Immersive show on the Alone series by Fabien Vehlmann and Bruno Gazzotti, which turns 20, with colours by Usagi.

Now showing13 Jun – 15 Nov€14

Mayhem at the Workshop!

Work by ESA Saint-Luc Master's students, made during a five-month residency at the museum's Maison Marc Sleen.

Now showing9 Oct – 31 Jan 2027€14

Mangatopia. 30 Years of Manga from Kana!

Marks 30 years of manga publisher Kana with original artworks, some never shown outside Japan, for fans and newcomers alike.

Now showing16 Oct – 17 May 2027€14

Permanent Collections

The Invention of Comic Strip

Traces how the comic strip began and how it is defined, moving through world history and its civilisations.

Permanent collection€14

A Century of Belgian Comics

How Belgium became Europe's leading comic book publisher in the mid-20th century, through its creators and publishers.

Permanent collection€14

Horta and the Waucquez Warehouse

The story of Victor Horta's semi-industrial warehouse, over 100 years old, told in the museum's entrance hall.

Permanent collection€14

Nearby

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Museum of the City of Brussels (Maison du Roi)

Local History8 min walk

BOZAR - Centre for Fine Arts Brussels (Palais des Beaux-Arts)

BOZAR - Centre for Fine Arts Brussels (Palais des Beaux-Arts)

Architecture10 min walk

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MIM - Musical Instruments Museum

Music11 min walk

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Magritte Museum (Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium)

Art12 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Belgian Comic Strip Center cost?

Standard adult admission to Belgian Comic Strip Center is €14. 65+ and 12-25: 11 EUR; children 6-11: 6 EUR; under 6 free; Brussels Card and MuseumPASSMusées holders free. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Belgian Comic Strip Center?

Belgian Comic Strip Center is open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 18:00, last admission 17:00. Closed Mondays except in July and August (not 24 and 31 August). Closed 25 December and 1 January; 24 December open until 16:00 and 31 December until 17:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Belgian Comic Strip Center?

Belgian Comic Strip Center is located at Rue des Sables 20, 1000 Brussels, Belgium, in the Pentagone area of Brussels. The nearest stations are Brussels-Central, De Brouckere and Botanique.

What can I see at Belgian Comic Strip Center?

Comics museum in Victor Horta's Art Nouveau Waucquez warehouse, tracing Belgian comics from Tintin to manga. Current highlights include Mangatopia. 30 Years of Manga from Kana!, Alone. Not even scared (to be scared!) and Mayhem at the Workshop!.

Do I need to book Belgian Comic Strip Center in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Belgian Comic Strip Center?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.