Grand-Place Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Grand-Place
Popular places to visit

La Grand Place
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.

Brussels City Hall
After visiting Brussels City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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.

NATO Headquarters
After visiting NATO Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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.
Activities

Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Our pick of the best Grand-Place Hotel Deals

Aris Grand-Place Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's
Large room, very clean, helpful staff, good food.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

The Hotel
Everything about the property was excellent — clean, comfortable, well-maintained, and thoughtfully equipped, with a great atmosphere and attentive service. The only small detail worth noting is that there was no hair balsam/conditioner provided. Other than that, the stay was truly perfect.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Staff
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Le Châtelain
Clean room and nice ataff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Radisson Hotel Brussels Centre Midi
Staff were friendly and helpful especially the man behind the bar who gave some good advice. Breakfast was simple but nice and again the lady present in the morning was friendly. The room had some damage around the door frame as if had been forced - but I felt safe with the chain on. Excellent location ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grand-Place

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.

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 Brussels Stock Exchange are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.

Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers.

Stalingrad
While you're in Stalingrad, take in top sights like Manneken Pis Statue and jump on the metro at Anneessens Tram Station to see more of the city.

Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk
Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk is known for its abundant dining options, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Anneessens Tram Station.

Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk
You might enjoy the bars while in Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk. Place du Grand Sablon is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Petit Sablon Tram Stop or Poelaert Tram Stop to see more of the city.
