Upper Town
Brussels
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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.
Royal Palace of Brussels
Visit the offices of the King and Queen of Belgium – go in summer and you might even be invited inside.
Place du Grand Sablon
Eat, drink and make merry with the locals in one of the capital’s finest squares.
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 lively festivals in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
A comprehensive journey from ancient to modern and an absolute must-see for genuine art lovers.
Magritte Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Magritte Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Brussels: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Top hotels in Upper Town
The Hotel
All was fine but €34 for breakfast struck me as extortionate. The coffee maker in my room wasn’t working so that left this addict with a problem!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
My room was very spacious and clean. View was nice. The hotel is in a great location, close to many great restaurants and chocolate shops, and is very walkable to many tourist attractions. The candy bar in the reception area was the cherry on top.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Thon Hotel EU
Found it to be very impersonal and business-friendly, but less interesting for a family. Location is ok, on a busy street close to the metro and walking distance to attractions (about 2 km). Our room was verrrrrry quiet. The restaurant was too expensive for us - I could not justify taking our family ...
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Motel One Brussels
Do not air conditioner, need open de window the problem is more noises and depend the weather yo cant sleep, very comfortable , clean room. Near the San Miguel Catedral and Gran Plaza. The place is good and hay a nice restaurants near and coffee shops. Very good. And near the central station. 5 ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
Genuinely this was such an incredible group of staff - I stayed for a whole week - the perfect location, rooms had an awesome vibe. I thoroughly loved this hotel (the food was amazing too - especially the breakfast!)
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
First Euroflat Hotel
The hotel overall was clean and comfortable. The staff was helpful in helping us navigate the city. The bath tub required a really big step up to get inside and the bathroom steamed up very quickly. It was soaking wet after a shower.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
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.
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
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.
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Spend some time visiting places like Place Charles Rogier 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.
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.
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.
