House of Comics

The House of Comics, in Brussels

The House of Comics celebrates the ninth art, of which Brussels is a world capital. The Brussels audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this place dedicated to comics, a pride of Belgian culture.

The world capital of the ninth art

Brussels is one of the world capitals of comics, the ninth art, and the House of Comics is one of its high places. Belgium has given birth to world-famous heroes and authors, from Tintin to the Smurfs, from Lucky Luke to Gaston Lagaffe. This place dedicated to comics presents the history, the techniques and the great figures of this popular and refined art, through original plates, characters and exhibitions. It extends the famous comic route of the town, marked with murals. It is a must-see stop for lovers of comics and Belgian culture.

What to see

Here you discover the history, the techniques and the great figures of comics, from Tintin to the Smurfs, through original plates, characters and exhibitions, in the capital city of the ninth art. The House of Comics extends the comic route of Brussels. It is a stop for lovers of comics, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The House of Comics lies in Brussels, reachable on foot and by public transport. The visit follows its own hours and conditions, which vary. It is best to check the arrangements before coming.

Why is Brussels linked to comics?

Because Belgium has given birth to world-famous heroes and authors, from Tintin to the Smurfs; Brussels, capital of the ninth art, celebrates this heritage and marks its streets with comic murals.

Where is the House of Comics?

In Brussels, in Belgium.