Lower Town
Brussels
Visit Lower Town
Popular places to visit
La Grand Place
The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.
Brussels Christmas Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Brussels Christmas Market during your stay in Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Brussels City Hall
After visiting Brussels City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Belgian Comic Strip Center
Learn the stories behind Tintin, the Smurfs and Asterix at this fun and quirky comic strip museum.
Manneken Pis Statue
This small statue of a urinating child has brought joy to Belgians for centuries and is now a national icon.
St. Catherine's Square
You can learn about the history of Brussels with a trip to St. Catherine's Square. 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
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Brussels: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Lower Town Hotel Deals
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
"The hotel is centrally situated in the City. Clean and spacious room. Very friendly and accommodating staff."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Novotel Brussels City Centre
"Room was comfortable and clean! The hotel is in a great location with easy access to the Grand Palace! We had a great visit!"
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place
"The hotel needs much maintenance as well as overall cleanliness! Our stay was for 5 nights and the stairs to the upper floors were clearly never vacuumed as we found the same trash every day on the steps. Our room was not well cleaned neither, there was disgusting trash behind the safe. We asked ..."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
"The carpet was dirty, three times I asked for shower gel and I never got it, I tried to have dinner at the restaurant and it was busy. I tried to order room service and they told me that they were busy so I decided to have dinner somewhere else."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
"This hotel had the most lovely staff and the location was fantastic. It was clean and accessible. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because I've never been in a hotel room so small. It was was too cramped for three people, but thankfully we were only here on night. If I were to be travelling with ..."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Radisson Collection Grand Place Brussels
"Pleasant location with easy access to many restaurants and shopping centers. The room was nice, but the room service wasn't the best. We booked a family suite, but unfortunately, they didn't give us the view we requested. Instead, we had a view of the interior of the hotel, which felt very ..."
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Where to stay in Lower Town
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
Take time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk to visit attractions like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.
Grand-Place
While visiting Grand-Place, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Brussels City Museum.
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.
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.
Sint-Gillis
Noted for its coffeehouses and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Sint-Gillis. Top attractions like Brussels South Railway Station and Saint Gilles Town Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bethléem Tram Stop or Guillaume Tell Tram Stop to see more of the city.
