Popular places to visit
Basilica of the Sacred Heart
You can learn about the history of Brussels with a visit to Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
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.
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 Ganshoren
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
Urban Yard
Easy check in, polite staff. Clean room and bathroom. Lovely gesture of bottles water in room. 15min walk to Grande place. Felt safe as a group of females travelling to the markets
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ganshoren
Lower Town
Known for its fascinating museums and fun breweries, there's plenty to explore in Lower Town. You can visit top attractions like Brussels Stock Exchange and Halles de Saint-Gery, and jump on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
Anderlecht
You might enjoy the shopping while in Anderlecht. Constant Vanden Stock Stadium is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Résistance Tram Stop or Saint Guidon Station to see more of the city.
Broekwijk
If you're spending some time in Broekwijk, Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk
Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk is known for its ample dining options, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Anneessens Tram Station.
Grand-Place
While visiting Grand-Place, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Royal Theatre Toone.
Ilot Sacré
If you're spending some time in Ilot Sacré, Rue des Bouchers and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert are top sights worth seeing.
