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.
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.
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.
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
What a hotel. It was quite an experience to sit in a sauna on 25th floor looking out over the city. We had a lovely room with city view. The hotel is easy to access from the ring road and have a safe parking garage under the hotel (€35 a night though). It is also in a good/safe area of the city.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Thon Hotel EU
Very clean room. Able to control the temperature and open safely the windows. Internet connection was excellent. 10/10
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Motel One Brussels
Toujours le même standard dans cette chaîne. Propreté, design, le déjeuner très bon (extra). Les oreillers sont par contre un peu trop épais, et pas de café dans les chambres
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
The location is excellent. The staff is very helpful & welcoming. Did not try the breakfast or restaurant.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
Lovely modern hotel with great clean, spacious rooms, and a great location-close to metro and cafes with a beautiful cathedral up the street.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU
Clean and spacious room Staff are friendly Breakfast is good
Reviewed on 9 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.
