Visit Wijk van de Squares
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.
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 walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Brussels Christmas Market
You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
European Union Parliament Building
After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries 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.
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 and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ES)
Top hotels in Wijk van de Squares
Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU
Friendly staff, clean comfortable, spacious room, great breakfast. Super location. Would definitely stay again x
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Martin's Brussels EU
Friendly staff, lovely clean room, great facilities and location. Will definitely come back
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
The Hotel
Room was spotless, staff was great! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
The hotel is located in a great area and has close proximity to major tourist attractions at a walkable distance. Staff was friendly and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
Clean and spacious
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Great
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wijk van de Squares
Upper Town
Upper Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Concert Noble and Place du Luxembourg. See more of Brussels by jumping on the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station.
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.
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 Le Botanique.
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.
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.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
Wijk van de Squares Travel Guide
- Atomium
- Avenue Louise
- NATO Headquarters
- European Union Parliament Building
- Royal Palace of Brussels
- Manneken Pis Statue
- Place du Grand Sablon
- Mini-Europe
- Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
- Belgian Comic Strip Center
- King Baudouin Stadium
- Berlaymont Building
- Docks Bruxsel
- Universite Libre de Bruxelles Solbosch Campus
- Genval Lake
- UZ Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus
- Brussels Park
- Midi Market
