Laken Travel Guide
Brussels
Popular places to visit
Brussels Expo
Learn about the events happening in Brussels Expo during your trip to Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
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.
King Baudouin Stadium
Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Mini-Europe
Hundreds of replicas of Europe’s most famous attractions can be found at this amusement park located beneath the Atomium.
Heysel Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heysel Park, a lovely green space in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Laeken Park
Laeken Park is just one of the places to see in Brussels, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries 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: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
Top hotels in Laken
The Hotel
"Clean, good location"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Citybox Brussels Centre Louise
"Situation près de station de tramway Stephanie.Cuisinette comnune au sous-sol et laundrymate"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
"It’s a very cool - lifestyle hotel. Awesome location. Huge rooms. Feels like a studio apartment. Platform bed. Black out shades. Breakfast is very generous spread; and fresh. You can get lunch or dinner at the bar. Very good draft beers; and alcohol choice. Outdoor space. I didn’t use the pool; spa; ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
"Great location, in front of the train station"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Standard Brussels
"Loved our stay and wish we could have stayed longer! Not even a 5 minute walk from the train station. Rooms are big and beds are comfy. Would definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Le Louise Hotel Brussels - MGallery
"Had great experience. Hotel is close to the train station and walkable distance from many attractions. Hotel staff was polite and helpful."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Laken
Schaerbeek
Get to know Schaerbeek and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Train World and Schaerbeek Museum of Beer, and you can jump on the metro at Pogge Tram Stop or Eenens Tram Stop to get around the city.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
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.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like Rue des Bouchers and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert.
Lower Town
Known for its interesting museums and fantastic breweries, there's plenty to explore in Lower Town. Top attractions like Brussels Stock Exchange and Halles de Saint-Gery are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.
