Northern Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northern Quarter
Popular places to visit
La Grand Place
Declared a World Heritage site in 1998, this former food market is one of the most beautiful medieval squares in the world.
Atomium
This quirky architectural structure in Brussels is a much-loved symbol of the city.
NATO Headquarters
After visiting NATO Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Tour & Taxis
Learn about the events happening in Tour & Taxis during your trip to Brussels. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
European Union Parliament Building
After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Brussels Christmas Market
You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Brussels: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
Our pick of the best Northern Quarter Hotel Deals
The Standard Brussels
Thanks. It was a nice stay.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
a&o Brussel Centrum
OK stay. Needs a bit of a modern refurbishment... but OK to stay
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Hotel
Great stay in a clean, fresh & upscale hotel in the heart of the south side close to metros, EU, and many tourist attractions. Best area to stay in if a tourist for leisure or business.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Citybox Brussels Centre Louise
This hotel was good value for the price and location was excellent. The room did have a musty smell and they only cleaned once during our five night stay. The self service was relatively easy...but i would have appreciated cleaning at least every other day. Location was excellent. Loved the restaurant ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
It’s one of the most beautiful hotels I’ve stayed at anywhere and I liked the ambiance of the hotel along with spaciousness of the suite we stayed at, it was very nicely designed also but unfortunately the suite had a sewage smell in it! The moment we entered the suite the smell was there and nothing ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
Nice hotel in a convenience location.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northern Quarter
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
Schaerbeek
Get to know Schaerbeek and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Schaerbeek Museum of Beer and Spontaneous Art Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Pogge Tram Stop or Eenens Tram Stop to get around the city.
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 La Grand Place 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.
