Lower Town Travel Guide

Brussels

A large floral carpet in a public square with ornate buildings in the background.
A historic square with ornate buildings, cobblestone pavement, and a crowd of people.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a statue in the foreground.
Ornate architectural details with sculptures and gold accents on a building.
A grand neoclassical building with large columns and detailed sculptures.

Stay near popular Lower Town attractions

A grand, ornate building with intricate architectural details and a large open square in front.

La Grand Place

9.4/10 (6,770 reviews)
The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.
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Things to do

Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme

Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme

฿1,721
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

฿1,874
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train

From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train

฿2,486
per adult
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
Picture 18 for Activity From Brussels: Day Trip to Amsterdam

From Brussels: Day Trip to Amsterdam with Canal Boat Cruise

฿2,638
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Day Trip to Amsterdam with Canal Boat Cruise
From Brussels: Full-Day Guided Tour of Ghent in Spanish

From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium

฿1,797
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

฿687
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
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Top hotels in Lower Town

Warwick Brussels Grand-Place

Warwick Brussels Grand-Place

4 out of 5
Rue Duquesnoy 5-7 Brussels
The price is ฿5,110 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,110
฿5,937 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,827 reviews)
"I liked it was a 2 min walk from Brussels central and 10 min to the square. Very walkable. I didn’t like it had no AC control on the rooms. They did bring me a fan tho"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Warwick Brussels Grand-Place
Novotel Brussels City Centre

Novotel Brussels City Centre

4 out of 5
Rue De La Vierge Noire 32 Brussels
The price is ฿4,156 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿4,156
฿4,868 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"Good stay close to euro star station"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Novotel Brussels City Centre
Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place

Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place

4 out of 5
120 Rue Du Marche Aux Herbes Brussels
The price is ฿5,042 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿5,042
฿5,860 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,020 reviews)
"Right in the heart of everything. 2 minute walk to Grand Place. Rooms were big and comfortable. All round perfect hotel"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place
ibis Brussels off Grand Place

ibis Brussels off Grand Place

3 out of 5
Rue du Marché aux Herbes 100 Brussels
The price is ฿3,372 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,372
฿3,991 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,100 reviews)
"El hotel está muy bien ubicado y cumple con buenas condiciones"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

ibis Brussels off Grand Place
Aris Grand-Place Hotel

Aris Grand-Place Hotel

3 out of 5
Rue du Marché aux Herbes 78-80 Brussels
The price is ฿3,863 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,863
฿4,540 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Aris Grand-Place Hotel
Latroupe Grand Place

Latroupe Grand Place

Bd Anspach Brussels Bruxelles
The price is ฿3,617 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,617
฿4,265 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions La Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue ...
Latroupe Grand Place
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Where to stay in Lower Town

Find the best Lower Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Ornate European architecture with golden accents and statues.

Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk

If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.

A large floral carpet in a public square with ornate buildings in the background.
Photo by Marc De Vos
Open Photo by Marc De Vos

Grand-Place

If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and Brussels City Museum are top sights worth seeing.

A grand church interior with a large classical painting, ornate columns, and a high ceiling.

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.

A historic European town with a central fountain, surrounded by colorful buildings and a willow tree.

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.

A cobblestone square with outdoor seating, a prominent church with a tall spire, and surrounding historic buildings.
Photo by Krystalvation
Open Photo by Krystalvation

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.

Lower Town Travel Guide