On December 19, 2014 I got an invitation for the inauguration
of the new building VisitMons, or simply the visitor information center. The renovated building, which formerly housed a
restaurant at the Grand-Place just located few meters away from the old office. Now it looks a lot better and much bigger. Sleek
and modern. A strategic place for travelers coming to Mons.
The
new space for cultural and tourism promotion, aims to optimize the reception of
visitors and the tourist experience by bringing together in one place multiple
services. An innovative aspect of this brand new building is the
centralization of the sale of tickets for all cultural and tourist attractions
that are held in Mons and the region.
On
the inside, there are multimedia touch screens with multiple points of
interests in the region. Free wi-fi also available, but I didn’t try it.
Since
the opening night was too crowded, I decided to come back during the daytime.
Both times I got someone to open the door because it’s to heavy to push/pull.
Maybe because it’s new. There are many people at the information desk who will
assist you, explaining about an event or book a ticket to an exhibition, in
different languages. Maps, guide book and program book are available for free.
I noticed, the place is now lively. So many visitors coming, even it’s weekday.
This place is really worth a visit when you come to Mons and easy to find.
Grand Place 27
065 33 55 80
Open everyday (except November 1, December 25-26, January
1-2)
Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm