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 great live music 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.
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 acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Brussels Park
The largest park in Brussels is a much-loved peaceful oasis near several major attractions.
Activities
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals
The Hotel
Very Clean room, with an exceptional view. Very friendly staff and loved the amenities of the hot apple tea at the lobby.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Nice room. Hotel is well situated.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
Very nice hotel , close to downtown . Staff friendly. Room nice and clean , but the breakfast not what we were expecting. Over all very good hotel
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Martin's Brussels EU
Fantastic hotel very clean goods breakfast nice location coming back next time
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel EU
Clean room, spacious, quiet and great costumer services. It’s only 22 minutes walking from the Christmas market- Cathedral.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
The location couldn’t be better
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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 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.
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 Le Botanique.
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.
Upper Town Travel Guide
Are there hotels near Upper Town?
- European Quarter Hotels
- Ixelles Hotels
- Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk Hotels
- Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk Hotels
- Marolles Hotels
- Schaerbeek Hotels
- Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Hotels
- Etterbeek Hotels
- Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe Hotels
- Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-ter-Sneeuw Hotels
- Quartier Marais-Jacqmain - Wijk Marais-Jacqmain Hotels
- Dailly Hotels
