Ixelles Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ixelles
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.
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.
Place du Luxembourg
Learn about the local history of Brussels when you take a trip to Place du Luxembourg. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Architecture Museum de Loge
You can study the exhibits at Architecture Museum de Loge, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Brussels. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Flagey
Enjoy a show at Flagey, a popular theatre in Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Ixelles Ponds
Explore the great outdoors at Ixelles Ponds, a lovely green space in Brussels. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Brussels: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
Our pick of the best Ixelles Hotel Deals
Le Louise Hotel Brussels - MGallery
"The staff was amazingly attentive and helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Very spacious and comfortable room."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Moxy Brussels City Center
"Great hotel and staff very friendly"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hôtel Aqua by HappyCulture
"Clean room, other reviews state rooms are small I do not agree plenty for two to explore Brussels. Near to Louise station which is 4 metro stops from Midi where our coach from the airport stopped. We were close to the lobby which concerned me as people relax here and it can be loud. Didn’t cause ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Radisson RED Brussels
"Hotel was in a great area , room was really great overall but there was a lot of wear and tear in the room."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
B&B HOTEL Brussels Centre Louise
"A lovely budget option just outside of the main tourist area in Brussels. The staff were very kind and helpful, and guided us when we wanted to use some amenities before check in. The luggage room was a god send! The room was perfect for what we needed for a single night’s stay in the city. I would ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Ibis Brussels Centre Châtelain
"Staff friendly and very helpful."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Ixelles
- Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
- Grand-Place
- European Quarter
- Sint-Gillis
- Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk
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.
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.
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.
