Upper Town

Brussels

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Brussels Park featuring a statue or sculpture and a garden
Bellevue Museum featuring interior views as well as a small group of people
Jubilee Park featuring a statue or sculpture
Cathedral of St. Michael which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious aspects

Popular places to visit

European Union Parliament Building

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.

European Union Parliament Building
Royal Palace of Brussels which includes chateau or palace, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

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.

Royal Palace of Brussels
Place du Grand Sablon showing street scenes and a city

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.

Place du Grand Sablon
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

See important classical collections and groundbreaking contemporary art at the most comprehensive art museum in Brussels.

Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Brussels Park featuring a statue or sculpture and a garden

Brussels Park

Stroll the avenue between the Royal Palace and Belgian Parliament to discover the beauty of one of the largest parks in Brussels.

Brussels Park
Magritte Museum

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.

Magritte Museum

Things to do

Tootbus Brussels Discovery

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

$38
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills

Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills

$73
per adult
Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

$19
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
Day Trip to Amsterdam from Brussels

Day Trip to Amsterdam from Brussels

$149
per adult
Day Trip to Amsterdam from Brussels
Brussels: Self-Guided City Walking Tour with Audio Guide

Brussels: City Walk with Audioguide in 7 Languages on your Phone

$8
per adult
Brussels: City Walk with Audioguide in 7 Languages on your Phone
Excursion to Mechelen and Leuven by train

Excursion to Mechelen and Leuven by train

$75
per adult
Excursion to Mechelen and Leuven by train
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Upper Town Hotel Deals

The Hotel

The Hotel

5 out of 5
38 Boulevard de Waterloo, Brussels
$127 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$140 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,264 reviews)
"The hotel staff were excellent and the room exceeded expectations with a very comfortable bed and modern style. The gym was also amazing with new equipment and panoramic views of Brussels. I would stay there again."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

The Hotel
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre

Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre

4 out of 5
Parochiaansstraat 15-27, Brussels
$144 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
$158 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Brussels. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Lovely Stay
"Warm welcome from staff on arrival. As we arrived early, I was able to leave my luggage in storage so that I could explore the city hassle free. After checking in to room later in the day, I noticed the door lock was faulty and raised this with reception. A swift resolution was made with relocation ..."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
Thon Hotel EU

Thon Hotel EU

4.5 out of 5
Rue de la Loi, 75, Brussels
$128 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
$141 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and polite. We had a late check in staff helped us get a meal and made us feel comfortable."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Thon Hotel EU
Hilton Brussels Grand Place

Hilton Brussels Grand Place

4 out of 5
Carrefour De L'europe, 3, Brussels
$187 nightly
The price is $203 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$203 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Renaissance Brussels Hotel

Renaissance Brussels Hotel

4 out of 5
Rue Du Parnasse 19, Brussels
$132 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
$144 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (977 reviews)
Tea cups
"Hopefully the cups in the room could be put into a dishwasher, to remove the stains! And a better English breakfast tea product."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Renaissance Brussels Hotel
Motel One Brussels

Motel One Brussels

Rue Royale 120, Brussels
$97 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$108 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Location is a excellent, close to Grand place and lots of restaurants. Good service. The rooms were too small, but clean and tidy. Need more amenities in the room."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Motel One Brussels
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Other neighborhoods around Upper Town

Jubilee Park which includes heritage architecture and a park

European Quarter

4.5/5(130 area reviews)

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.

European Quarter
Brussels Park which includes a garden

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.

Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk
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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!

Ixelles
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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.

Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Place du Grand Sablon featuring heritage architecture and a city

Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk

4.5/5(63 area reviews)

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.

Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk
So close to shops, sights and metro

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.

Etterbeek
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Upper Town

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