For those interested in the national history of Belgium, this museum is the place to be. The museum is located next to the Royal Palace and is housed in the 18th century Bellevue Hotel. The hotel serves as a point of rest for wealthy and VIP travelers. In 1977 the hotel was converted into a museum. Spread over three floors and twelve rooms, the museum exhibit covers key periods in Belgium's history from 1830 to 2005, with a special focus on the Belgian Revolution.