Popular places to visit
Basilica of the Sacred Heart
You can learn about the history of Brussels with a stop at Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
La Grand Place
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.
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.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Brussels Christmas Market
You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
European Union Parliament Building
After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ES)
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Top hotels in Ganshoren
The Hotel
Great location, great gym.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Amazing love it ! Everything was amazing. Great service
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
Convenient to the station and ideal to travel to other places in Belgium
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Nice room. Hotel is well situated.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Citybox Brussels Centre Louise
Nice modern hotel. Room size was fine and it was clean. There was no tv, which was fine for us. There is also a communal area on the bottom floor where fridges are available if you need to store anything as well as a kettle if you want to make a drink. Location was good, not far from a metro station, ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Novotel Brussels City Centre
The manager was very kind in moving us to a quiet room for our second night as the jet lag has kicked in. The rooms are very clean, staff is friendly.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ganshoren
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.
Anderlecht
You might enjoy the shopping while in Anderlecht. Constant Vanden Stock Stadium is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Résistance Tram Stop or Saint Guidon Station to see more of the city.
Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk
Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk is known for its abundant dining options, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Anneessens Tram Station.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and Royal Theatre Toone are top sights worth seeing.
