Matonge Travel Guide
Brussels
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.
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.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Things to do
Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
Top hotels in Matonge
The Hotel
"Had to wait too long for a drink, then my bill, then to pay in the bar"
Reviewed on 29 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
"The hotel was beautifully designed, with large, well presented rooms. Staff were pleasant and helpful. You have access to the rooftop pool and spa. The location of the hotel it with in walking distance of the main historical sites."
Reviewed on 29 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
Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's
"Always a pleasure. My favorite place in Belgium"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
a&o Brussel Centrum
"In non-smoking rooms you are going to feel that someone has already smoked there. Nearby shops open very late. Breakfast simple. Staff is very unhelpful"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Matonge
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.
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.
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.
Upper Town
Upper Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Place du Luxembourg and European Union Parliament Building. See more of Brussels by jumping on the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station.
Marolles
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Marolles. You might want to make time for a stop at Place du Jeu de Balle or Law Courts of Brussels.
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.
