The Atomium is a landmark modernist building in Brussels, Belgium, originally constructed as the centrepiece of the 1958 Brussels World's Fair. Designed by the engineer André Waterkeyn and the architects André and Jean Polak as a tribute to scientific progress, as well as to symbolise Belgian engineering skills at the time, it is located on the Heysel/Heizel Plateau in Laeken, where the exhibition took place.
Best time to visit
Two separate windows work best: Jun & Aug–Sep. Pick the one that matches what you came for.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Atomium?
The best time to visit Atomium is June & August–September, in Brussels, Belgium.
Where is Atomium?
Atomium is in Brussels, Belgium.
What is Atomium known for?
The Atomium is a landmark modernist building in Brussels, Belgium, originally constructed as the centrepiece of the 1958 Brussels World's Fair. Designed by the engineer André Waterkeyn and the architects André and Jean Polak as a tribute to scientific progress, as well as to symbolise Belgian engineering skills at the time, it is located on the Heysel/Heizel Plateau in Laeken, where the exhibition took place.