Transvaal Travel Guide
Brussels
Popular places to visit
Foret de Soignes Sport
Catch an event at Foret de Soignes Sport during your trip to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
La Grand Place
The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.
Atomium
The strangest piece of architecture in Brussels is a series of steel spheres that can be seen from across the city. The site houses a restaurant and museum.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
European Union Parliament Building
After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Brussels Christmas Market
You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ES)
Brussels: The comic book walls walking tour
Top hotels in Transvaal
Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's
Clean room, professional staff, well maintained property
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Hotel
Excellent stay, clean room and friendly staff. Great city view from the room, conveniently located.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Great service and hotel location, near the central station and the Grand Place.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Radisson Hotel Brussels Centre Midi
Hotel is basic but right across from train station and rooms very clean. Check in and out was fast and efficient.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
All good, could not fault anything. Had a wonderful stay. Woulnt hesitate to recommend.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Renaissance Brussels Hotel
An absolute dream of a central Brussels hotel. Perfect location between city sights and family in the suburbs. The staff was top-notch and provided impeccable service, especially at The Poet. Best breakfast buffet we have had in a long time. Merci!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Transvaal
European Quarter
Travellers choose European Quarter for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station and check out top sights like Schumanplein.
Ixelles
Consider a visit to Avenue Louise and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Ixelles. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Dautzenberg Tram Stop or Flagey Tram Stop.
Chatelain
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Chatelain. If sightseeing is on the list, Avenue Louise is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Trinité Tram Stop or Bailli Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Upper Town
Upper Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Place du Luxembourg and European Union Parliament Building. See more of Brussels by jumping on the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station.
Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk
Get to know Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk and its many features like its museums and live music. You might want to explore sights like Royal Palace of Brussels and Place Royale, and you can jump on the metro at Palais Tram Stop or Royale Tram Stop to get around the city.
Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk
You might enjoy the bars while in Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk. Place du Grand Sablon is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Petit Sablon Tram Stop or Poelaert Tram Stop to see more of the city.
