Lower Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large floral carpet in a public square with ornate buildings in the background.
A historic square with ornate buildings, cobblestone pavement, and a crowd of people.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a statue in the foreground.
Ornate architectural details with sculptures and gold accents on a building.
A grand neoclassical building with large columns and detailed sculptures.

Stay near popular Lower Town attractions

A grand, ornate building with intricate architectural details and a large open square in front.

La Grand Place

9.4/10 (6,770 reviews)
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.
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Activities

Tootbus Brussels Discovery

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

AU$54
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme

Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme

AU$74
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels

Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels

AU$107
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

AU$81
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

AU$30
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
From Brussels: Full-Day Guided Tour of Ghent in Spanish

From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium

AU$78
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
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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
The price is AU$261 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$261
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,779 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful. Only one issue was they don't give any water to drink after the first day so you had to keep on buying bottles for your room"

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place

Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place

4 out of 5
120 Rue Du Marche Aux Herbes Brussels
The price is AU$281 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$281
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Novotel Brussels off 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$220 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$220
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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 ...
Novotel Brussels City Centre
ibis Brussels off Grand Place

ibis Brussels off Grand Place

3 out of 5
Rue du Marché aux Herbes 100 Brussels
The price is AU$187 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$187
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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 breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
Hilton Brussels Grand Place

Hilton Brussels Grand Place

4 out of 5
Carrefour De L'europe, 3 Brussels
The price is AU$313 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$313
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Latroupe Grand Place

Latroupe Grand Place

Bd Anspach Brussels Bruxelles
The price is AU$165 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$165
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions La Grand Place and Manneken Pis Statue ...
Latroupe Grand Place
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Our guide on where to stay in Lower Town

Find the best Lower Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Ornate European architecture with golden accents and statues.

Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk

If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.

A large floral carpet in a public square with ornate buildings in the background.
Photo by Marc De Vos
Open Photo by Marc De Vos

Grand-Place

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

A grand church interior with a large classical painting, ornate columns, and a high ceiling.

Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk

Get to know Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk and its many features like its museums and live music. You might want to explore sights like Royal Palace of Brussels and Place Royale, and you can jump on the metro at Palais Tram Stop or Royale Tram Stop to get around the city.

A historic European town with a central fountain, surrounded by colorful buildings and a willow tree.

Ixelles

Consider a visit to Avenue Louise and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Ixelles. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Dautzenberg Tram Stop or Flagey Tram Stop.

A cobblestone square with outdoor seating, a prominent church with a tall spire, and surrounding historic buildings.
Photo by Krystalvation
Open Photo by Krystalvation

Sint-Gillis

Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Sint-Gillis. Top attractions like Brussels South Railway Station and Saint Gilles Town Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bethléem Tram Stop or Guillaume Tell Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Lower Town Travel Guide

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