Upper Town Travel Guide
Brussels
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Popular places to visit
European Union Parliament Building
After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Palace of Brussels
Enjoy a rare glimpse of a palace interior or admire the facade of the royal palace from Brussels Park. You might even see the King or Queen of the Belgians.
Place du Grand Sablon
This central square is the place to eat, drink and be seen in Brussels. It’s packed with restaurants, antique dealers and chocolate shops.
Berlaymont Building
Berlaymont Building is just one of the places to see in Brussels, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
See important classical collections and groundbreaking contemporary art at the most comprehensive art museum in Brussels.
Magritte Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Magritte Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent
From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges
Top hotels in Upper Town
The Hotel
Everything was great and my only complain has nothing to do with the staff but with how thin the floors are. Someone who was above me was walking heavily during my entire stay. They obviously didn't know that you were supposed to walk on the pads of your feet instead of your heels. They woke me up ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
Location was perfect!!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Thon Hotel EU
Found it to be very impersonal and business-friendly, but less interesting for a family. Location is ok, on a busy street close to the metro and walking distance to attractions (about 2 km). Our room was verrrrrry quiet. The restaurant was too expensive for us - I could not justify taking our family ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Motel One Brussels
Good hotel for that price but very busy.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
The rooms in Pillows Hotel were perfect. The room was spacious enough (especially the bathroom) and the king size bed was so comfortable. The hotel was a few minutes away from the central station and about a 10 minute walk from the Place Royal. Coffee shops as well as restaurants and bars were also ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
First Euroflat Hotel
The hotel overall was clean and comfortable. The staff was helpful in helping us navigate the city. The bath tub required a really big step up to get inside and the bathroom steamed up very quickly. It was soaking wet after a shower.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
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.
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 BELvue Museum and Royal Palace of Brussels, and you can jump on the metro at Palais Tram Stop or Royale Tram Stop to get around the city.
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.
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Travellers choose Saint-Josse-ten-Noode for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Gillon Tram Stop or Madou Station and check out top sights like Place Charles Rogier.
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.
Etterbeek
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Etterbeek. Albert Hall Complex is a notable sight, and you can get around town at La Chasse Tram Stop or Acacias Tram Stop to see more of the city.
