Upper Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Town
Popular places to visit
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.
Place du Grand Sablon
Eat, drink and make merry with the locals in one of the capital’s finest squares.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
A comprehensive journey from ancient to modern and an absolute must-see for genuine art lovers.
Berlaymont Building
Berlaymont Building is just one of the places to see in Brussels, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Magritte Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Magritte Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour + Ferris Wheel
Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Our pick of the best Upper Town Hotel Deals
The Hotel
We loved the hotel clean, lovely staff, breakfast was amazing and lounge upgrade definitely worth it most definitely will be back .
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Thon Hotel EU
Great location with very nice amenities
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon
Hotel was excellent. No complaints about the room or the service. Enjoyed a long weekend stay in Brussels.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
Staff were helpful. Entrance a bit off putting
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Stanhope Hotel Brussels by Thon Hotels
Great experience overall
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Renaissance Brussels Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
European Quarter
Travellers choose European Quarter for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station and check out top sights like Schumanplein.
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.
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.
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Travellers choose Saint-Josse-ten-Noode for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Gillon Tram Stop or Madou Station and check out top sights like Place Charles Rogier.
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.
Etterbeek
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Etterbeek. Albert Hall Complex is a notable sight, and you can get around town at La Chasse Tram Stop or Acacias Tram Stop to see more of the city.
