Upper Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Palace of Brussels
Enjoy a rare glimpse into the lives of the Belgian Royal Family. You may even catch sight of the King or Queen.
Place du Grand Sablon
For a gastronomic treat, head to this beautiful and lively square.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Spread over six museums, this comprehensive collection of art spans several centuries.
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 fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Magritte Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Magritte Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Brussels. Discover the great live music 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
Tell Me About Brussels! | First Day Must-Do | Local Storytellers
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Brussels: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals
The Hotel
Perfect location.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
Thon Hotel EU
Great location for EU, friendly staff and super clean rooms. Breakfast plenty of choice.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
Great hotel, location & helpful staff. Easy walking to dining, shopping and local trains. Comfortable bed, but at 6’ tall, bedding covered shoulders or feet! Lovely small dining room, good food… but enjoy the international dining options within 10 min walk. Be aware the gym is very small. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Motel One Brussels
Although the staff were very friendly and helpful the hotel is in need of a refresh . It’s starting to look very shabby in places. We paid for a better room and while bigger in size it was very basic and old fashioned and disappointing for the money paid. No fridge , water or tea and coffee facilities ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
First Euroflat Hotel
Great location, basic room but very spacious, excellent breakfast. The only weak point was that our room was facing the main road and at night it was noisy.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Etterbeek
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Etterbeek. Albert Hall Complex is a notable sight, and you can get around town at La Chasse Tram Stop or Acacias Tram Stop to see more of the city.
