Upper Town Travel Guide
Brussels
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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
Learn about the local history of Brussels with a stop at Royal Palace of Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Place du Grand Sablon
You can learn about the history of Brussels when you stop by Place du Grand Sablon. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
You can study the exhibits at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Brussels. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this culturally rich area.
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 fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Brussels Park
Brussels Park 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 fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Upper Town
The Hotel
Excellent stay, clean room and friendly staff. Great city view from the room, conveniently located.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Thon Hotel EU
Helpful check in and informative. Generous sized family room. Spotless. Complimentary tea, coffee pods, bottled water, shower gels, shampoo and conditioner, body lotion, shower caps!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Stanhope Hotel Brussels by Thon Hotels
The hotel and staff were truly outstanding
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
The hotel had clean rooms, the breakfast buffet is great.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Renaissance Brussels Hotel
An absolute dream of a central Brussels hotel. Perfect location between city sights and family in the suburbs. The staff was top-notch and provided impeccable service, especially at The Poet. Best breakfast buffet we have had in a long time. Merci!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Motel One Brussels
Clean hotel, good location, close to main downtown attractions, subway and train station. Good bar at lobby, good ambiance. Staff friendly.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
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.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers.
