European Quarter Travel Guide
Brussels
Visit European Quarter
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.
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 great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Place du Luxembourg
Learn about the local history of Brussels when you take a trip to Place du Luxembourg. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Autoworld Museum
You can study the exhibits at Autoworld Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History
You can study the exhibits at Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Brussels. Discover the great live music 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.
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 European Quarter
Thon Hotel EU
"Rooms were small but got the job done. Staff was lovely. Nice area. Quite peaceful."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
First Euroflat Hotel
"Very bad bed in room. the price and the hotel do not match"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU
"Very clean bright room. Staff pleasant and helpful."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Pestana Brussels Schuman
"Nice hotel"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Hotel
"This is the best hotel that I booked during my recent trip to Europe: it is very clean modern and luxury and the breakfast is wonderful, if going to Brussels, this definitely one of the best hotels needed to be considered"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
a&o Brussel Centrum
"Con mucho polvo la habitación"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Where to stay in European Quarter
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and Brussels City Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Sint-Gillis
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Sint-Gillis. Top attractions like Brussels South Railway Station and Saint Gilles Town Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bethléem Tram Stop or Guillaume Tell Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
