Laken Travel Guide

Brussels

An aerial view of a city with a large dome structure, parking lots, and surrounding buildings.
A red abstract sculpture and a metallic spherical structure in a park.
A metallic spherical structure with a reflective surface, connected by metal beams against a cloudy sky.
A large metallic structure with spherical elements and connecting rods.
A large metallic structure with a spherical glass dome and a staircase leading up to it.

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A spherical structure with a reflective surface against a clear blue sky.

Atomium

8.6/10 (3,323 reviews)
The strangest piece of architecture in Brussels is a series of steel spheres that can be seen from across the city. The site houses a restaurant and museum.
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Things to do

Tootbus Brussels Discovery

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

£24
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme

Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme

£39
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme
From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Dinant and Luxembourg

From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Dinant and Luxembourg

£50
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Dinant and Luxembourg
Picture 18 for Activity From Brussels: Day Trip to Amsterdam

From Brussels: Day Trip to Amsterdam with Canal Boat Cruise

£59
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Day Trip to Amsterdam with Canal Boat Cruise
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

£42
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

£15
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
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Top hotels in Laken

The Hotel

The Hotel

38 Boulevard de Waterloo Brussels
The price is £159 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£159
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
The Hotel
Motel One Brussels

Motel One Brussels

Rue Royale 120 Brussels
The price is £90 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£90
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"The staff are friendly and helpful. Good selection at breakfast. The location is also very convenient. The room is a bit small but big enough. Air condition is good for the heatwave. It would be good to have a peep hole on the door but it is not a deal breaker."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Motel One Brussels
Warwick Brussels Grand-Place

Warwick Brussels Grand-Place

4 out of 5
Rue Duquesnoy 5-7 Brussels
The price is £124 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£124
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,821 reviews)
"The hotel and the staff were lovely. We were able to check in 3 hours early and park our car, which was lovely. The 4th floor corner room was a great size with many large windows opening to the street. We went to the rooftop bar with lovely views, even with the rain!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Warwick Brussels Grand-Place
Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel

Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
Brussels National Airport Zaventem
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £133 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
£133
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Zaventem. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,219 reviews)
"très proche de l'aéroport, calme. La ventilation/climatisation pas très efficace toutefois"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel
The Standard Brussels

The Standard Brussels

Boulevard Roi Albert II 30 Brussels Brussels
The price is £114 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£114
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions La Grand Place and Brussels Christmas Market ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
"Amazing rooms, excellent breakfast. Was a bit of shame there was an outside event so couldn’t use the rooftop and downstairs bars but the rooms and facilities were excellent."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

The Standard Brussels
Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's

Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's

5 out of 5
Avenue Louise 71 Brussels
The price is £172 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£172
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It was a scam by Expedia. i searched Expedia for hotels with indoor pools, and this hotel showed up. i chose it. when i arrived at the hotel, i was informed i would be charged a daily fee of 45 Euros (about $75 Canadian) to use the pool, as it was owned by a different party than the hotel. I was ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's
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Where to stay in Laken

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Ornate European architecture with golden accents and statues.

Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk

If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.

A large floral carpet in a public square with ornate buildings in the background.
Photo by Marc De Vos
Open Photo by Marc De Vos

Grand-Place

If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.

A historic European town with a central fountain, surrounded by colorful buildings and a willow tree.

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.

A grand church interior with a large classical painting, ornate columns, and a high ceiling.

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.

A large, historic archway with statues and a central monument, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a parking area.

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.

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