Lower Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Every 2 years the Grand-Place in Brussels is covered with a flower carpet of begonias. The carpet of 77 m x 24 m is composed by about 120 volunteers, with more than 600.000 begonias. The 2018 theme of the flower carpet is Mexico. The carpet is dedicated to Guanajuato, a Mexican region with a particularly rich floral culture and tradition. Next edition: August 2020. #Culture
Every 2 years the Grand-Place in Brussels is covered with a flower carpet of begonias. The carpet of 77 m x 24 m is composed by about 120 volunteers, with more than 600.000 begonias. The 2018 theme of the flower carpet is Mexico. The carpet is dedicated to Guanajuato, a Mexican region with a particularly rich floral culture and tradition. Next edition: August 2020. #Culture
Sunset in one of the most beautiful squares in Europe - The Grand Place. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. #adventure
I liked Brussels better than all expectations. The little alleys around the Grand Place, the old buildings and then again the new ones creating a funny contrast, and the shopping options were enough to convince me to return one day.
#Brussels #Belgium My Brussels Passeando por Bruxelas fui registrando aos poucos os detalhes da cidade e de suas construções. Grande parte das fotos é de construções da Grand Place que é Patrimônio Mundial da UNESCO. Strolling through Brussels, I gradually recorded the details of the city and its buildings. Most of the photos are from buildings of the Grand Place which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Popular places to visit

La Grand Place which includes a statue or sculpture

La Grand Place

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

La Grand Place
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Brussels Christmas Market

You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Brussels Christmas Market
Manneken Pis Statue showing a monument and a statue or sculpture as well as a large group of people

Manneken Pis Statue

The statue of a boy relieving himself – an unlikely cultural icon!

Manneken Pis Statue
Belgian Comic Strip Center

Belgian Comic Strip Center

Join Tintin and the Smurfs on a journey through the history of the comic strip.

Belgian Comic Strip Center
Town hall of Shaerbeek in the evening, Brussels

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 acclaimed art galleries.

Brussels City Hall
Panoramic view of catholic church in Place Ste. Catherine in Bru

St. Catherine's Square

You can learn about the history of Brussels when you stop by St. Catherine's Square. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

St. Catherine's Square

Activities

Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

AU$30
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
Luxembourg

Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels

AU$105
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

AU$5
per traveller
98% of travellers recommend
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour + Ferris Wheel

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour + Ferris Wheel

AU$57
per adult
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour + Ferris Wheel
Streets of Brussels

Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)

AU$117
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option

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

AU$72
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
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Our pick of the best Lower Town Hotel Deals

Warwick Grand-Place Brussels

Warwick Grand-Place Brussels

4 out of 5
Rue Duquesnoy 5-7 Brussels
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$241 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$241
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,666 reviews)
Great hotel, very nice rooms. Suoer great location, close to train station and the Market.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
ibis Brussels City Centre

ibis Brussels City Centre

3 out of 5
Rue Joseph Plateau, 2 Brussels
The price is AU$174 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$174
9 Apr - 10 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Staff could be more inviting, they were all huddled up in a corner having a chat.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

ibis Brussels City Centre
Hilton Brussels Grand Place

Hilton Brussels Grand Place

4 out of 5
Carrefour De L'europe, 3 Brussels
The price is AU$301 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$301
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Outstanding location, check in/out, service, breakfast, and room cleanliness! We will only stay her on future visits to Brussels!

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Safestay Brussels Grand Place

Safestay Brussels Grand Place

Rue Grétry, 53 Brussels
The price is AU$117 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$117
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions La Grand Place and Avenue Louise are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (910 reviews)
Staff are not welcoming especially the guy who work on days, but otherwise hostel is very close to any tourist destination

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Safestay Brussels Grand Place
Novotel Brussels City Centre

Novotel Brussels City Centre

4 out of 5
Rue De La Vierge Noire 32 Brussels
The price is AU$210 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$210
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
A bit far from metro, city centre. But nice and clean, staffs was great and helpful

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Novotel Brussels City Centre
Aris Grand-Place Hotel

Aris Grand-Place Hotel

3 out of 5
Rue du Marché aux Herbes 78-80 Brussels
The price is AU$196 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$196
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,168 reviews)
Clean room, perfect location, reception staff friendly & helpful

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Aris Grand-Place Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town

Mittelalterliche Architektur am Grand Place in Brüssel

Grand-Place

If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.

Grand-Place
La Grand Place showing a castle, heritage architecture and night scenes

Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
The Saint Hubert gallery is considered the first Mall built in Europe from 1837. Really majestic with its 200 meters long.

Ilot Sacré

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

Ilot Sacré
In a cold winter morning

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.

Stalingrad
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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 Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk
One of the shopping area in Brussels #brussels #belgium #jun2015

Broekwijk

While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.

Broekwijk

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