Laken Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Mini-Europe
Ever wanted to skip across 80 European cities in one afternoon? Well here’s your chance!
King Baudouin Stadium
Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Heysel Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heysel Park, a lovely green space in Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Greenhouses of Laeken
Enjoy an outing to Royal Greenhouses of Laeken during your stay in Brussels. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this culturally rich area.
Royal Castle of Laeken
Royal Castle of Laeken is just one of the places to see in Brussels, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges
Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills
Our pick of the best Laken Hotel Deals
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Only spent a night but it was a very nice stay.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's
Lovely L hotel in a great location.
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Citybox Brussels
Perfect
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
The Hotel
Comfortable room. Nice view.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Le Louise Hotel Brussels - MGallery
This was a very nice centrally located hotel in the heart of Brussels. It was the nicest property my wife and I stayed at during our travels and we would certainly like to visit again.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
the breakfast was wonderful. the front desk staff were very helpful. the pub, bar, restaurant food was good but the staff was very unfriendly.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Laken
Schaerbeek
Get to know Schaerbeek and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Schaerbeek Museum of Beer and Spontaneous Art Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Pogge Tram Stop or Eenens Tram Stop to get around the city.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
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.
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.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.
