Laken Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Atomium showing modern architecture and art
Mini-Europe featuring heritage architecture and a city
Atomium
Atomium featuring interior views as well as an individual female
Atomium showing a park and landscape views

Popular places to visit

Atomium showing a city

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.

Atomium
Mini-Europe featuring heritage architecture and a city

Mini-Europe

Ever wanted to skip across 80 European cities in one afternoon? Well here’s your chance!

Mini-Europe
King Baudouin Stadium

King Baudouin Stadium

Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

King Baudouin Stadium
Heysel Park

Heysel Park

Explore the great outdoors at Heysel Park, a lovely green space in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Heysel Park
Royal Greenhouses of Laeken

Royal Greenhouses of Laeken

Enjoy an outing to Royal Greenhouses of Laeken during your stay in Brussels. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this culturally rich area.

Royal Greenhouses of Laeken
Royal Castle of Laeken

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 acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this culturally rich area.

Royal Castle of Laeken

Activities

Tootbus Brussels Discovery

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

AU$58
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Brussels: Entry Ticket to Mini-Europe

Brussels: Entry Ticket to Mini-Europe

AU$37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Brussels: Entry Ticket to Mini-Europe
Atomium: Skip-the-Line Tickets & Self-Guided Tour

Atomium: Entrance Tickets & Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$53
per adult
Atomium: Entrance Tickets & Self-Guided Audio Tour
Explore Brussels Landmarks with Atomium Ticket

Explore Brussels Landmarks with Atomium Ticket

AU$57
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Explore Brussels Landmarks with Atomium Ticket
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour + Ferris Wheel

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

AU$67
per adult
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour + Ferris Wheel
Brussels: Atomium Entry Ticket with Design Museum Ticket

Brussels: Atomium Entry Ticket with Design Museum Ticket

AU$30
per adult
Brussels: Atomium Entry Ticket with Design Museum Ticket
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Our pick of the best Laken Hotel Deals

The Hotel

The Hotel

5 out of 5
38 Boulevard de Waterloo, Brussels
The price is AU$283 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$283
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,252 reviews)
Luxury Stay for a Boutique Price!!!
"Love The Hotel! Room was spacious, bathroom was luxurious! This hotel feels high end and was better than the photos!! Electric shades in the room!!! My favorite type of amenity! Breakfast area was wonderful!! So much great food options and fresh juices! I only needed to stay one night and it was ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Brussels Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Brussels Airport by IHG

Berkenlaan 6A, Machelen
The price is AU$160 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$160
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Machelen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions La Grand Place and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (289 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Brussels Airport by IHG
Thon Hotel EU

Thon Hotel EU

4.5 out of 5
Rue de la Loi, 75, Brussels
The price is AU$215 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$215
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Thon Hotel EU
The Hoxton Brussels

The Hoxton Brussels

4 out of 5
SQUARE VICTORIA REGINA 1, Brussels
The price is AU$235 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$235
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (695 reviews)
"Memorable stay for the weekend. Staff were absolutely lovely and accommodating, incredibly knowledgeable and made us feel so welcomed. The views from our room was breathtaking and one of the best rooms I’ve stayed at this year. Would not hesitate to book again!"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

The Hoxton Brussels
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$250 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$250
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,486 reviews)
WOW
"Absolutely amazing. The rooms are huge. The beds were comfortable, and the staff was friendly. Everything is within walking distance. Everything was well kept and tidy looking. The rooms were quiet, and AC was great. We'd definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre

Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre

4 out of 5
Avenue du Boulevard 17, Brussels
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$216 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$216
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"My favorite hotel"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Laken

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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.

Schaerbeek
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Broekwijk

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

Broekwijk
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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.

Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Brussels which includes night scenes and a city

Lower Town

4.5/5(56 area reviews)

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.

Lower Town
Galeries St. Hubert showing interior views

Ilot Sacré

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

Ilot Sacré
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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

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