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Step into Jules Verne’s imagination through a world-first Metaverse experience, 360° projections, and VR at the Horta Gallery.
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Begin your adventure by exploring rare artefacts and personal objects that offer a deep historical look into the life of the visionary man behind the legend.
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Be captivated by an immersive biographical film exploring Verne’s life and the lasting influence of his iconic stories on global art, cinema, and culture.
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Interact with digital machines and AI-driven installations. Bring your own artworks to life on giant screens and see how Verne inspires modern technology.
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Upgrade to VIP for skip-the-line access to the Metaverse VR journey through five iconic novels, and get an exclusive commemorative poster of the experience!
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- Entry to Jules Verne 200: The Immersive Journey
Additional paid upgrades:
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Priority access to the VR experience
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Commemorative poster
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Step into a world-first adventure in Brussels, where the legendary tales of Jules Verne leap off the page and into a cutting-edge digital reality. This exhibition is a portal into the mind of a visionary, blending history, art, and the next generation of immersion.
Getting started
Your journey begins at the Horta Gallery, a historic venue in the heart of Brussels. Lasting approximately 60 to 75 minutes, this all-ages experience invites you to walk through the biography and the fantastical worlds of one of literature’s greatest pioneers. Simply present your contactless ticket and prepare to leave the 21st century behind.
What to expect
Jules Verne 200: The Immersive Journey
Prepare for a multi-sensory odyssey. You will move through physical galleries of rare artefacts before being swept away by high-definition 360° projections and a groundbreaking metaverse experience. Whether you are descending to the ocean floor or launching toward the Moon, you aren’t just observing the adventure—you are living it.
Features:
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Discover Jules Verne, the visionary: Explore a curated biographical space featuring rare objects and personal milestones. Created in collaboration with La Société Jules Verne, this section offers deep historical context into the man who predicted the future.
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The Great Digital Planisphere: Be captivated by a 25-minute immersive film featuring panoramic projections and soundscapes. Follow Verne’s most iconic journeys across a 'literary map' that spans from the Arctic to the lunar surface.
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Enter the MetaVerne: Step into a first-of-its-kind metaverse experience. This next-level immersion allows you to physically walk through legendary settings like the heart of the Earth and the deep sea from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.
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Interact and create: Unleash your own creativity with digital machines and AI-driven installations. Bring your own artworks to life on giant screens and see how Verne’s 19th-century imagination continues to inspire modern technology and culture.
Extras
- Go VIP: Enhance your visit by selecting a VIP entry ticket for skip-the-line entry to the VR experience, full access to the biographical VR film exploring Verne’s life in Nantes, Paris, and Amiens, and a commemorative exhibition poster included with your ticket.
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What's not allowed
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The metaverse experience is not recommended for children under the age of 6 years.
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Except for water, no food or drink is allowed inside or during the exhibition.
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Flash photography, professional equipment, and tripods are strictly prohibited at the venue.
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Smoking or vaping is not allowed on the premises.
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Additional information
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It is recommended that you arrive within the time stated on your ticket, but you can arrive within the next 30 minutes. If you are late, your ticket will still be valid, but you may be required to wait until there is space in the following time slots.
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To ensure the safety of everyone in the experience, the security team might ask to conduct bag searches of the guests.
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You can purchase tickets for the VR experience on-site, but only VIP tickets will benefit from priority access to it.
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Facilities: on-site bar for food and beverages, gift shop, restrooms
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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