There are more than 1300 taxis in Brussels, approximately 80 of which are adapted for people with limited mobility. Check the website below for information about taxi ranks, rates and telephone numbers. In Brussels you can hail a taxi in the street, or take one from the city's many taxi ranks. These taxi ranks can be found at stations, luxury hotels, the Beurs, the Naamse Poort and the Brouckereplein. [Read more]

Brussels has an extensive public transport network which is inexpensive and easy to follow. The central city area is crisscrossed by two main and three subsidiary metro lines. The trams run through tunnels so it's not always easy to tell the difference between metro and tram. Metro stations are indicated by a white M on a blue background, while bus and tram stops are indicated by red and white, and blue and white signs. Click on the link below for a clear overview of the metro lines. Tickets can be bought in the metro stations, at numerous newspaper kiosks, or at the tourist offices at the stations, the Grote Markt or the Grasmarkt. [Read more]

Cycling in Brussels is easy and is a good alternative when you've had enough of public transport. Do keep an eye out though, because Brusselites aren't yet used to cyclists. You can rent bikes from a company called Provelo. Rentals go by hour, day or weekend. All you need is a passport or ID card to leave behind as security. [Read more]