Upper Town Travel Guide
Brussels
Visit Upper Town
Popular places to visit
Royal Palace of Brussels
Enjoy a rare glimpse of a palace interior or admire the facade of the royal palace from Brussels Park. You might even see the King or Queen of the Belgians.
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 Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
See important classical collections and groundbreaking contemporary art at the most comprehensive art museum in Brussels.
Place du Grand Sablon
This central square is the place to eat, drink and be seen in Brussels. It’s packed with restaurants, antique dealers and chocolate shops.
Brussels Park
Stroll the avenue between the Royal Palace and Belgian Parliament to discover the beauty of one of the largest parks in Brussels.
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 acclaimed art galleries 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
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Top hotels in Upper Town
The Hotel
Situated in a convenient location to many sites of interest. Staff were welcoming, rooms had all the necessary amenities one would need during their stay for comfort and the highlight for me was their extensive breakfast buffet range in a cosy table setting. I would highly recommend The Hotel for ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Thon Hotel EU
Clean,nice room helpful staff
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Renaissance Brussels Hotel
An absolute dream of a central Brussels hotel. Perfect location between city sights and family in the suburbs. The staff was top-notch and provided impeccable service, especially at The Poet. Best breakfast buffet we have had in a long time. Merci!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
If I could give this hotel 6 stars I would. The "experience" is everything you should expect when comfort, class, excellent service and quality meet cozy, quaint, elegant and welcoming, while rejecting ostentatious, pretentious and cold "luxury". I travelled solo for work (attending a conference ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
Clean room, free upgrade, free cava bottle at room, friendly staff at the reception.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Stanhope Hotel Brussels by Thon Hotels
Very good hotel with very good location inside European quarter.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
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.
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.
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.
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Travellers choose Saint-Josse-ten-Noode for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Gillon Tram Stop or Madou Station and check out top sights like Place Charles Rogier.
Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk
You might enjoy the bars while in Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk. Place du Grand Sablon is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Petit Sablon Tram Stop or Poelaert Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
