Visit Lower Town
Popular places to visit
La Grand Place
The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.
Brussels Christmas Market
You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Manneken Pis Statue
This small statue of a urinating child has brought joy to Belgians for centuries and is now a national icon.
Belgian Comic Strip Center
Learn the stories behind Tintin, the Smurfs and Asterix at this fun and quirky comic strip museum.
Brussels City Hall
After visiting Brussels City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
St. Catherine's Square
You can learn about the history of Brussels when you stop by St. Catherine's Square. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Brussels: Historical Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting
Brussels : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide
From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Dinant and Luxembourg
Brussels: Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop with Tastings
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Top hotels in Lower Town
The Hoxton Brussels
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Novotel Brussels City Centre
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
ibis Brussels City Centre
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers.
Stalingrad
While you're in Stalingrad, take in top sights like Manneken Pis Statue and jump on the metro at Anneessens Tram Station to see more of the city.
Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk
Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk is known for its abundant dining options, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Anneessens Tram Station.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
Hotels Near Lower Town, Brussels
- Grand-Place Hotels
- Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk Hotels
- Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk Hotels
- Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk Hotels
- Marolles Hotels
- Stalingrad Hotels
- Ilot Sacré Hotels
- Broekwijk Hotels
- Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk Hotels
- Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Hotels
- Sint-Jans-Molenbeek Hotels
- Quartier Saint-Géry - Sint-Gorikswijk Hotels
- Sainte-Catherine Hotels
- Quartier des Quais - Kaaienwijk Hotels
- Rogier Hotels
- Quartier de la Cathédrale Hotels
- Brabantwijk Hotels
- Quartier de la Senne - Zennewijk Hotels
- Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-ter-Sneeuw Hotels
- Quartier Marais-Jacqmain - Wijk Marais-Jacqmain Hotels