Esseghem Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Brussels Christmas Market
You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
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
Visit the offices of the King and Queen of Belgium – go in summer and you might even be invited inside.
Activities
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Our pick of the best Esseghem Hotel Deals
The Hotel
Very Clean room, with an exceptional view. Very friendly staff and loved the amenities of the hot apple tea at the lobby.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Clean, lovely views, delicious food and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Nice room. Hotel is well situated.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
Nice stay. The tech seems a bit over the top with a panel for everything. Mirrors are a bit OTT decor wire and might get a bit dated, but overall a nice place. Recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
The room was clean and comfortable, staff at reception were friendly. Casting via the tv doesn’t work though. There are also no teaspoons at the coffee station.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
Well located
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Esseghem
Laken
Get to know Laken and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Royal Greenhouses of Laeken and Heysel Park, and you can jump on the metro at Centenaire Tram Stop or Stuyvenbergh Station to get around the city.
Schaerbeek
Get to know Schaerbeek and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Schaerbeek Museum of Beer and Train World, and you can jump on the metro at Pogge Tram Stop or Eenens Tram Stop to get around the city.
Lower Town
Known for its interesting museums and fantastic breweries, there's plenty to explore in Lower Town. Top attractions like Brussels Stock Exchange and Halles de Saint-Gery are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like Rue des Bouchers and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and Royal Theatre Toone are top sights worth seeing.
