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The European Union institutions are open to visitors from around the world to learn more about the EU and get an understanding of their work. 

With sites in several major European cities, the institutions offer a variety of options to visitors. Some institutions provide interactive on-site visitor centres, some allow physical access to their buildings, and some organise tailor-made presentations and discussions involving their staff.

Whatever form a visit to an EU institution takes, visitors are guaranteed an interactive and educational experience. Students and tourists alike will see and learn first-hand how the EU works. And have fun, too.

Open Day and virtual tours

Each year, to celebrate Europe Day , the EU institutions open their doors to the public in early May in Brussels and Strasbourg. Local EU offices in Europe and across the world organise a variety of activities and events for all ages. 

The EU’s Open Day offers a unique opportunity for you to discover how the European institutions affect your life. You can step inside the buildings and take part in special activities, such as public debates and guided tours. 

And if you can’t visit in person, you could always take a ‘virtual tour’. Several institutions offer virtual access to their buildings, so you can discover how the EU works from the comfort of your own home.

Click on each city section to open a full list of the possible venues, along with a link for more detailed information.

Brussels (Belgium)

European Parliament

The European Parliament has a number of venues in Brussels, for individual or group visits. This includes the ‘hemicycles’ where EU laws are debated and voted on, the EU’s interactive visitor centre - the Parlamentarium - the House of European history and Station Europe.

Plan your European Parliament visit (Brussels)

European Council / Council of the EU

Step inside the Council, discover the buildings where EU leaders meet and learn how the Council shapes Europe's future. To visit the Council, you can either explore our visitor centre and the public areas on your own or take part in our weekly guided tours.

Plan your Council visit

European Commission

The European Commission has different visit venues in Brussels. This includes the Commission’s Visitors’ Centre where groups wishing to discover the Commission and its policies can hear directly from Commission officials. Visits should be booked at least 10 weeks in advance, and can be tailored to groups’ needs. Experience Europe is the interactive exhibition centre of the Commission at the Schuman roundabout (300m from the Visitors’ Centre).  No prior registration required for individual visitors or groups of less than 10 persons. Open 7 days a week.

European External Action Service

The European External Action Service welcomes group visits to its headquarters in Brussels. Find out how the External Action Service manages EU diplomatic relations with countries outside the European Union, carrying out the EU’s common foreign and security policy. All visits are tailor-made.

Plan your visit to the European External Action Service

European Economic and Social Committee

The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) welcomes visitors to its headquarters in Brussels for an interactive presentation on its activities and its role in the decision-making process. Virtual group visits can also be arranged. 

Plan your visit to the European Economic and Social Committee

European Committee of the Regions

The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) organises information visits at its premises in Brussels. Find out how the CoR works and the role of the regions in shaping the content of EU legislation. Virtual visits are also possible.

Plan your visit to the Committee of the Regions

European Data Protection Supervisor

The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) welcomes specialist groups - such as students at post-graduate level - to its premises in Brussels to learn about what it does and how it works. Only official requests (e.g. from an official organisation email address) are considered.

  Request a visit to the European Data Protection Supervisor

Strasbourg (France)

The European Parliament welcomes individual or group visits to its ‘hemicycle’ building in Strasbourg. See where the Parliament’s most important debates and votes are held before visiting the Simone Veil Parlamentarium, an interactive exhibition offering insight into the Parliament’s role and work.

Plan your European Parliament visit (Strasbourg)

The European Parliament offers guided tours of its Robert Schuman building in Luxembourg. Visit the site of the first administrative seat of the European Parliament and see its ‘hemicycle’ building during your group tour.

Plan your European Parliament visit (Luxembourg)

Court of Justice of the European Union

The Court welcomes individual or group visits to its site in Luxembourg. Attend a public hearing at the Court of Justice or the General Court, or take a guided tour of the buildings and the various works of art, donated or loaned to the Court by EU countries, which reflect Europe’s varied cultural heritage. 

Plan your visit to the Court of Justice

European Court of Auditors

The European Court of Auditors (ECA) organises group visits to its site in Luxembourg. Visits involve a presentation by an ECA official on the role and workings of the Court, followed by a discussion. You must book at least 2 months in advance.

Plan your visit to the European Court of Auditors

European Investment Bank

The European Investment Bank admits groups of visitors to its premises in Luxembourg on receipt of a written request. Visitors must have a direct professional interest in the bank’s activities or be university students studying economics or finance. 

Request a visit to the European Investment Bank

Frankfurt (Germany)

European Central Bank

The European Central Bank (ECB) offers a number of options to visitors, to explore what its work entails and the activities it supports in Frankfurt. Take a tour of the ECB’s Visitor Centre, attend a tailored lecture or visit its art collection.

Plan your European Central Bank visit

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The European Commission's political leadership

The Commission is composed of the College of Commissioners from 27 EU countries. Together, the 27 Members of the College are the Commission's political leadership during a 5-year term. They are assigned responsibility for specific policy areas by the President.

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Europe Day 2024: European institutions across Europe welcome citizens to their Open Day events  

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• On Europe Day, 9 May, the EU celebrates its achievements of unity and long-term peace, commemorating the signing of the Schuman Declaration in 1950.  
• A month ahead of the European elections (6-9 June), the institutions invite citizens to visit, participate in debates, live performances, games and other activities.  

A month ahead of the European elections, EU institutions celebrate 74 years of European democracy with their citizens.

On the occasion of Europe Day, citizens will have the opportunity to visit all the EU institutions in Brussels and beyond, learning more about what Europe does for and with them.

European Parliament

The Europe Day event in the European Parliament on 4 May will start with an opening ceremony with Vice-President Marc Angel (S&D, LU). The day will continue with activities for all ages, with info stands and short sessions on fight against disinformation, women in politics and campaigning for the elections. Citizens will be invited to learn how to vote in the European elections, why voting matters, and how to make a difference in protecting democracy. There will be guided tours of the VOTE exhibition (Parlamentarium) in Brussels. See the full programme here and the events organised in the 27 EU countries here .

Council of the European Union

On 4 May, at the Council in Brussels, visitors will have the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of EU leaders. Guided tours will be organised throughout the day, without prior registration, allowing citizens to explore also the architecture of the Council buildings. Younger visitors will enjoy a series of dedicated animations including a treasure hunt. Each of the 27 Member States will have a stand putting on display national traditions, food specialities and touristic attractions. Visitors will be able to discover these in an interactive manner and attend live performances. An exhibition will be dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the 2004 EU enlargement. More information available here .

European Commission

On 4 May, citizens are invited to visit the Berlaymont building. The Commission will give citizens the opportunity to learn about its role, explore thematic villages set up for the occasion and discover the history of the EU and our values. Visitors will have the chance to find out what the Commission does to defend our democracy, diversity and how we are building a more digital and greener future. A dedicated section will showcase our support to Ukraine. Special activities will highlight the 20th anniversary of the 2004 EU enlargement, 25 years of the euro and 30 years of the Single Market. The full programme is available here . The Representations in the Member States will also organise events .

European Central Bank

Citizens will have the chance to learn about the euro, the common currency of 20 EU countries, the digital euro project and what the ECB does to keep prices stable and banks safe and sound. On 4 May, citizens will be able to meet ECB experts at the European Commission in Brussels (more information here ). Also that evening, the ECB will open its doors in Frankfurt to pre-registered visitors as part of the “ Night of the Museums ” initiative and on 9 May will join Frankfurt’s Europe Festival .

European Court of Auditors

On 9 May, EU auditors in Luxembourg will offer interactive engaging games, and a possibility for citizens to take a quiz to test their audit skills. Families and people of all ages will be able to learn how the Court helps to protect EU citizens’ money. Full programme here .

European External Action Service

Visitors to the European External Action Service are invited on 4 May to immerse themselves in the dynamic work of the EU diplomatic service in Brussels and around the world. They will engage in talks with EU ambassadors and learn about the EU’s role in promoting peace, human rights and sustainable development in the world. They will enjoy live music, dance performances, workshops and collect culinary inspirations from various places around the world. The immersive journey will be further enriched with screenings of diverse movies in the cinema room. Kids will be our special guests with a lot of fun activities, including a puppet show. Full programme here .

E uropean Economic and Social Committee

The house of EU organised civil society will open its doors in Brussels on 4 May. The Committee members will engage in lively discussions with people and will hear their concerns. The programme of the day includes interactive games, an EU quiz, live music and activities for children. When visiting the EESC building, citizens will also be able to welcome EESC members and staff as they finish a cycling race to raise awareness on the European elections. Full agenda here .

European Committee of the Regions

The EU's assembly of regions and cities will open its Brussels premises on 4 May to bring citizens together with regional and local elected politicians. Interactive stands and activities will offer the chance to get to know more about the Committee of the Regions’ role and commitment to narrowing the distance between the EU and its local communities. To mark the day – and the Committee's 30th anniversary – there will be a festival of regions and cities with tastings, quiz games and a digital show, providing an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of our territories. More information here .

European Investment Bank

At the European Investment Bank's stand for Europe Day in Brussels on 4 May and in Luxembourg on 9 May (see details here ), visitors can explore the iconic projects financed by the Bank in their country. They may also discover EIB-funded initiatives such as local hospitals, transportation infrastructure like trains or metros, or flood barriers safeguarding their hometowns. They will be able to engage with EU-related information and participate in a quiz for a chance to win a prize!

On 9 May, Europe commemorates the founding document of the EU – the Schuman Declaration . Signed on 9 May 1950, the declaration was the stepping-stone to cooperation in Europe, and peace on our continent. Europe Day is a symbol of the EU’s openness, transparency, democracy, and unity.

This year’s Europe Day edition takes place 45 years after the first European elections in 1979, and shortly before the elections of 2024 that will take place between 6-9 June in all EU countries.

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Further information  

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Xi Jinping's visit to Europe: Trade disputes at the heart of EU-China exchanges

The European Union has launched anti-dumping investigations into electric cars, solar panels and medical equipment to prevent China from flooding the European market with unfairly subsidized products that could undermine European competition.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to France on Monday, May 6, and Tuesday, May 7, is not only an opportunity to celebrate the 60 th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and the People's Republic of China, but also to relaunch the difficult dialogue between Beijing and Brussels on trade issues. Emmanuel Macron invited the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to a trilateral meeting with the Chinese leader that took place on Monday . The French president had already invited the European leader during his state visit to Beijing in April 2023.

This meeting is eagerly awaited as trade tensions between the European Union and China have recently intensified. In March 2023, just prior to her visit to Beijing, the head of the European executive presented, in a remarkable speech, a new doctrine aimed at reducing the risks and factors of dependence vis-à-vis this country. "But our relationship is unbalanced and increasingly affected by distortions created by China's state capitalist system," she said at the time. Indeed, by 2022, Europe's trade deficit with the "factory of the world" had reached almost €400 billion. Since then, it has not been significantly reduced.

Despite the initial reluctance of Germany, a major exporter to China, the EU, with the support of France, has decided to shed its naiveté and defend its interests against Beijing. Brussels is prioritizing the protection of industrial sectors related to green and energy transition, areas where Beijing is particularly aggressive. The EU has a number of trade defense tools at its disposal, such as anti-dumping investigations which, for example, have been targeting electric vehicle imports since October.

As a rule, the Commission initiates such investigations following complaints from aggrieved European companies. However, this time it decided to act on its own initiative because of the increase in Chinese vehicle imports, which are now congesting European ports. On Thursday, Valdis Dombrovskis, the commissioner in charge of trade, told the Politico news website that "the investigation is progressing," and should lead to the introduction of quotas or an increase in customs duties before the summer. The major Chinese groups targeted – BYD, SAIC (which owns MG) or Geely (which owns Volvo) – currently pay import duties of 10%, while European manufacturers must pay a 25% duty to enter China.

New measures

"Today, of the 185 conventional anti-dumping investigations underway in the EU, around 100 concern products imported from China," pointed out officials from the European executive. In addition to electric vehicles, Brussels is also investigating cases involving melamine panels, numerous steel by-products and electric bicycles.

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Europe Day 2024: European institutions across Europe welcome citizens to their Open Day events

On Europe Day, 9 May, the EU celebrates its achievements of unity and long-term peace, commemorating the signing of the Schuman Declaration in 1950. A month ahead of the European elections (from 6 to 9 June), citizens will have the opportunity to visit the EU institutions in Brussels and beyond, learning more about what Europe does for and with them. Citizens will be invited to participate in debates, live performances, games   and other activities.

European Parliament

The  Europe Day  event in the European Parliament on 4 May will start with an opening ceremony with Vice-President  Marc Angel  (S&D, LU). The day will continue with activities for all ages, with info stands and short sessions on fight against disinformation, women in politics and campaigning for the elections. Citizens will be invited to learn how to vote in the European elections, why voting matters, and how to make a difference in protecting democracy. There will be guided tours of the  VOTE exhibition  (Parlamentarium) in Brussels. See the full programme  here  and the events organised in the 27 EU countries  here .

Council of the European Union

On 4 May, at the Council in Brussels, visitors will have the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of EU leaders. Guided tours will be organised throughout the day, without prior registration, allowing citizens to explore also the architecture of the Council buildings. Younger visitors will enjoy a series of dedicated animations including a treasure hunt. Each of the 27 Member States will have a stand putting on display national traditions, food specialities and touristic attractions. Visitors will be able to discover these in an interactive manner and attend live performances. An exhibition will be dedicated to the 20 th  anniversary of the 2004 EU enlargement. More information available  here .

European Commission

On 4 May, citizens are invited to visit the Berlaymont building. The Commission will give citizens the opportunity to learn about its role, explore thematic villages set up for the occasion and discover the history of the EU and our values. Visitors will have the chance to find out what the Commission does to defend our democracy, diversity and how we are building a more digital and greener future. A dedicated section will showcase our support to Ukraine. Special activities will highlight the 20th anniversary of the 2004 EU enlargement, 25 years of the euro and 30 years of the Single Market. The full programme is available  here . The Representations in the Member States will also organise  events .

European Central Bank

Citizens will have the chance to learn about the euro, the common currency of 20 EU countries, the digital euro project and what the ECB does to keep prices stable and banks safe and sound. On 4 May, citizens will be able to meet ECB experts at the European Commission in Brussels (more information  here ). Also, that evening the ECB will open its doors in Frankfurt to pre-registered visitors as part of the “ Night of the Museums ” initiative and on 9 May will join  Frankfurt's Europe Festival .

European Court of Auditors

On 9 May, EU auditors in Luxembourg will offer interactive engaging games, and a possibility for citizens to take a quiz to test their audit skills. Families and people of all ages will be able to learn how the ECA helps to protect EU citizens' money. Full programme  here .

European External Action Service

Visitors to the European External Action Service are invited on 4 May to immerse themselves in the dynamic work of the EU diplomatic service in Brussels and around the world. They will engage in talks with EU ambassadors and learn about the EU's role in promoting peace, human rights and sustainable development in the world. They will enjoy live music, dance performances, workshops and collect culinary inspirations from various places around the world. The immersive journey will be further enriched with screenings of diverse movies in the cinema room. Kids will be our special guests with a lot of fun activities, including a puppet show. Full programme  here .

E uropean Economic and Social Committee

The house of EU organised civil society will open its doors in Brussels on 4 May. The EESC members will engage in lively discussions with people and will hear their concerns. The programme of the day includes interactive games, an EU quiz, live music and activities for children. When visiting the EESC building, visitors will also be able to welcome EESC members and staff as they finish a cycling race to raise awareness on the European elections. Full agenda  here .

European Committee of the Regions

The EU's assembly of regions and cities will open its Brussels premises on 4 May to bring citizens together with regional and local elected politicians. Interactive stands and activities will offer the chance to get to know more about the Committee of the Regions' role and commitment to narrowing the distance between the EU and its local communities. To mark the day – and the Committee's 30 th  anniversary – there will be a festival of regions and cities with tastings, quiz games and a digital show, providing an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of our territories. More information  here .

European Investment Bank

At the European Investment Bank's stand for Europe Day in Brussels on 4 May and in Luxembourg on 9 May (see details  here ), visitors can explore the iconic projects financed by the EIB in their country. They may also discover EIB-funded initiatives such as local hospitals, transportation infrastructure like trains or metros, or flood barriers safeguarding their hometowns. They will be able to engage with EU-related information and participate in a quiz for a chance to win a prize!

On 9 May, Europe commemorates the founding document of the EU – the  Schuman Declaration . Signed on 9 May 1950, the declaration was the stepping-stone to cooperation in Europe, and peace on our continent. Europe Day is a symbol of the EU's openness, transparency, democracy, and unity.

This year's Europe Day edition takes place 45 years after the first European elections in 1979, and shortly before the elections of 2024 that will take place between  6-9 June  in all EU countries.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EP Europe Day Website

https://www.europarl.europa.eu/europe-day/en/

Inter-institutional Europe Day 2024 Website

https://europeday.europa.eu/index_en  

EU Elections Website

https://elections.europa.eu/en/

EU Elections Press Kit

https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/press-tool-kit

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Reporting by Elizabeth Pineau, Tassilo Hummel, Geert de Clercq, Leigh Thomas, John Irish, Ingrid Melander, Dominique Patton, Mimosa Spencer and Gabriel Stargardter in Paris, Sudip Kar-Gupta in Brussels, Ryan Woo, Laurie Chen and Ethan Wang in Beijing; additional reporting by Andrew Gray in Brussels; Writing by Ingrid Melander; Editing by Stephen Coates, William Maclean, Nick Macfie and Tomasz Janowski

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Philippines calls for expelling chinese diplomats as south china sea row escalates.

The Philippines' national security adviser called on Friday for Chinese diplomats to be expelled over an alleged leak of a phone conversation with a Filipino admiral in a significant escalation of a bitter row over the South China Sea.

Somalia's government has requested the termination of a U.N. political mission that has advised it on peace-building, security reforms and democracy for over a decade, according to a letter the foreign minister wrote to the Security Council.