Popular places to visit

Atomium
This unique structure, made up of nine stainless steel spheres, has been called Europe's most bizarre building, and is the number one attraction in Brussels.

Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Brussels Christmas Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Brussels Christmas Market during your stay in Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art scene in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.

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
Visit the offices of the King and Queen of Belgium – go in summer and you might even be invited inside.
Things to do

From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Top hotels in Etterbeek

Sofitel Brussels Europe
Great property safe and comfortable
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

The Hotel
Everything
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Quite ok
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
Room was great. Spacious and well decorated. Unfortunately our room was not cleaned throughout our whole stay. The cleaning lady came at 9am whilst we were still in bed. We asked her to come back a little while later, but nobody returned. However, this was a very minor detail & possible just a miscommunication. ...
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Citybox Brussels Centre Louise
Room is spacious, floor had some weird stains, and the bathroom has a frosted door which we did not find appropriate for a family. You could see the person on the toilet or undressing.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Martin's Brussels EU
Fantastic hotel very clean goods breakfast nice location coming back next time
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Etterbeek

European Quarter
You might take some time to check out the lively bars in European Quarter. Spend some time visiting top spots like Schumanplein, and catch the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station to see more of the area.

Upper Town
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Upper Town. Place du Luxembourg is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station to see more of Brussels.

Ixelles
Travelers choose Ixelles for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Dautzenberg Tram Stop or Flagey Tram Stop and check out top sights like Avenue Louise.

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.

Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk
Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Petit Sablon Tram Stop or Poelaert Tram Stop to explore sights like Place du Grand Sablon.

Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Spend some time visiting places like Le Botanique while getting to know Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Gillon Tram Stop or Madou Station to see more of the area.



