Upper Town Travel Guide
Brussels
Visit Upper Town
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.
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.
Place du Grand Sablon
This central square is the place to eat, drink and be seen in Brussels. It’s packed with restaurants, antique dealers and chocolate shops.
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 lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Cinquantenaire Park
Pass through a large triumphal arch to a tranquil park that also houses classic cars, military history and sprawling gardens.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
See important classical collections and groundbreaking contemporary art at the most comprehensive art museum in Brussels.
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: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
Top hotels in Upper Town
The Hotel
"Excellent hotel. Good executive lounge"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Thon Hotel EU
"Thank you - a great stay!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Motel One Brussels
"WiFi was very poor and unstable and I complained the reception every day for 4 days but was not fixed ."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
"Good quality room in a smart hotel in a perfect position."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
"Please be warned: the open office windows of the adjacent building are only a couple of meters from the room window. You can see their monitors, and they can see directly into your room. It feels like being on display. If you care even slightly about privacy, choose another hotel. I paid about CAD ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Brussels EU
"My stay was great but couldn’t give 5 stars for 2 reasons. First, the temp throughout the hotel was really warm. I generally prefer warmer temps but this was too warm, especially for June. Second I was charged a lot for my room and I learned from non-US colleagues they had rooms for far less. I’m ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Upper Town
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.
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.
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.
