Nocturnes Brussels Museum

The Botanic Garden is exceptionally open in the evening. Discover our green oasis at dusk and enjoy the last rays of the sun. 

A unique opportunity to visit the garden in the magical evening light. At your own pace, enjoy a walk around the estate, the Plant Palace, the Green Ark and the Castle.

Guided tours

BEHIND THE SCENES For which specimens are the Herbarium of Meise Botanic Garden world-renowned? What special botanical drawings, illustrated books, and other historical documents do the Library preserve? Why was the ultra-modern greenhouse complex, which opened in 2024, named “Groene Ark” (Green Ark)?

 Our staff will answer all your questions during an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour.

• Languages: EN, FR, NL
• Hours: to be confirmed (inscriptions on site)
• Capacity: 25 people

Practical

If you come after sunset, be sure to bring a flashlight!

When

• Thursday April 23
• From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Please note! Box office closes at 9 p.m. No entrance after 9 p.m.

Rates

• Standard rate: €8
• Price -26 years: €5
• Children under 13 years old: free (no ticket needed)
• Friends of the Botanic Garden with a valid Friends Pass : free
• Museum pass: free
• Other discount cards do not apply!

Ticket sales

• on the website of the Nocturnes
• on the evening itself at the Botanic Garden box office (box office closes at 9 pm !)

Nocturnes Brussels Museums

Keep your other Thursday evenings also free! Visit unique museums exceptionally between 6pm and 10pm. The Nocturnes start on Thursday 12 March and run for seven weeks, until 23 April.  

Curious about the participating museums ? Discover them here!