Laken Travel Guide
Brussels





Popular places to visit

Atomium
Learn about the local history of Brussels with a stop at Atomium. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.

Mini-Europe
Bring your family to Mini-Europe and enjoy this exciting theme park in Brussels. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this culturally rich area.

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.

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

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 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.
Top hotels in Laken

The Hotel
This hotel exceeded my expectations. To the male staff member who checked us in at around 11pm at night: a massive thank you from us both. We appreciated your warm welcome, free chocolates and free drinks vouchers The room you gave us was fantastic. Very comfortable bed and amazing views on 23rd ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
Clean and spacious
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Amazing love it ! Everything was amazing. Great service
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Great
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
What a beautiful experience. From the start-friendly staff, the room was amazing. Great food offered and beer at the bar with nice conversation from the bar staff. The roof top pool is top notch with a view of the city unlike others. Id highly recommend a massage also! 5 stars and cant fault it. ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
clean and convenient if you’re to take eurostar the next day.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 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 Train World, 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 Le Botanique.

Sint-Jans-Molenbeek
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Brussels Museum of Industry and Labour and MIMA are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Duchesse de Brabant Tram Stop or Triangle Tram Stop to get around.

Lower Town
Known for its interesting museums and fantastic breweries, there's plenty to explore in Lower Town. Top attractions like Brussels Stock Exchange and Halles de Saint-Gery 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 Rue des Bouchers and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert.
Laken Travel Guide
- King Baudouin Stadium
- Laeken Park
- Royal Greenhouses of Laeken
- Heysel Park
- Planetarium of the Royal Observatory of Belgium
- Streetlight Museum
- Musées d’Extrême-Orient
- La Grand Place
- Avenue Louise
- Tour & Taxis
- European Union Parliament Building
- Royal Palace of Brussels
- Manneken Pis Statue
- Walibi Belgium
- Place du Grand Sablon
- Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
- Brussels City Hall
- Brussels South Railway Station
- Berlaymont Building
