Ganshoren Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Basilica of the Sacred Heart
You can learn about the history of Brussels with a stop at Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
La Grand Place
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.
Atomium
This unique structure, made up of nine stainless steel spheres, has been called Europe's most bizarre building, and is the number one attraction in Brussels.
Royal Palace of Brussels
Visit the offices of the King and Queen of Belgium – go in summer and you might even be invited inside.
King Baudouin Stadium
Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Brussels Highlights Walking and Bus Tour w/ Waffle
Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills
Brussels: Beer Tasting Tour with 7 Beers and Snacks
Small-Group Highlights of Brussels Bike Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Ganshoren
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Brussels Museum of Industry and Labour and MIMA are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Duchesse de Brabant Tram Stop or Triangle Tram Stop to get around.
Sainte-Catherine
Travellers love Sainte-Catherine for its popular shops, and you can see more of Brussels by jumping on the metro at Sainte Catherine-Sint Katelijne Station or Ypres Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Brussels Christmas Market and St. Catherine's Square.
Lower Town
Known for its interesting museums and fantastic breweries, there's plenty to explore in Lower Town. Top attractions like La Grand Place and Hotel de Bellevue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
Anderlecht
You might enjoy the shopping while in Anderlecht. Cantillon Brewery is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Résistance Tram Stop or Saint Guidon Station to see more of the city.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and Royal Theatre Toone are top sights worth seeing.
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.