Lower Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower Town
Popular places to visit
La Grand Place
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.
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.
Manneken Pis Statue
The statue of a boy relieving himself – an unlikely cultural icon!
Belgian Comic Strip Center
Join Tintin and the Smurfs on a journey through the history of the comic strip.
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.
St. Catherine's Square
You can learn about the history of Brussels when you stop by St. Catherine's Square. 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
Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills
Our pick of the best Lower Town Hotel Deals
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Ok stay. Close to train, but not close if you have heavy luggage. Rooms are a little worn. Good Location near sites. Staff was ok. I probably would chose another place for my next stay, but I would still recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
The Hoxton Brussels
Lovely hotel. Great atmosphere. Amazing shower.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
Excellent location
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
ibis Brussels City Centre
Good staff, good breakfast, great location, comfortable bed
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Novotel Brussels City Centre
Staff members were very friendly, professional, accommodating! They notified about upcoming train strikes- so we promptly booked bus tour to neighboring town - it worked out perfect !
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House 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.
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.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
