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 great live music in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
See important classical collections and groundbreaking contemporary art at the most comprehensive art museum 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 scene in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
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
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)
Upper Town Hotel Deals
The Hotel
Room was very quiet and clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Parking with no problems on the property.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Thon Hotel EU
Great location with very nice amenities
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Renaissance Brussels Hotel
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 Feb 3, 2026
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
I loved the hotel's location, which was close to Grand Place and Brussels Central without being right on top of it. The room was comfortable and very clean. It was not very well sound-proofed and one morning the water was cold.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Stanhope Hotel Brussels by Thon Hotels
Very good hotel with very good location inside European quarter.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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 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
Explore the vibrant Matongé district, boasting diverse shops and eateries, or unwind at scenic spots like Ixelles Ponds and Tenbosch Park. Don't miss the Art Nouveau houses by Victor Horta!
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.
Ilot Sacré
If you're spending some time in Ilot Sacré, La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers are top sights worth seeing.
