Lower Town
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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 lively festivals in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
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.
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.
Rue Neuve
During your visit to Brussels, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Rue Neuve. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Brussels: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Lower Town Hotel Deals
Novotel Brussels City Centre
"Clean and efficiently run hotel. Delicious breakfast. A great place to stay with our kids before flying out!"
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
"The massage I got when I first checked in was highly inappropriate. And uncomfortable as the therapist insisted on doing a different type of massage and spoke about personal issues. The entire time next I get to my room after dinner.And there is so much mold in the bathroom that I have a severe allergic ..."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place
"Most beautiful central location for walking to historic and city center sites. Excellent staff and service. Great rooms and hotel."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
"We stayed there mainly forts location which is right next to the main train station, you don't even have to cross the street. It's a big hotel with good size rooms which is nice attribute in Europe and with two double beds. The place is somewhat dated and needs some TLC. It is well located very near ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
"Hotel located at walking distance of relevant land marks. Nice and accommodating staff. Great and complete breakfast. Restaurants and shops nearby galore."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Radisson Collection Grand Place Brussels
"The hotel hits all the right spots, the location is excellent, the design is sleek, and the atrium is impressive. Standard rooms face inwards towards the courtyard rather than outside of the city, so if you are looking for natural light, this might not be the best option. If you value natural light, ..."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 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.
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