Ixelles
Brussels





Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Place du Luxembourg
Learn about the local history of Brussels when you take a trip to Place du Luxembourg. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.

Architecture Museum de Loge
You can study the exhibits at Architecture Museum de Loge, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Brussels. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Ixelles Ponds
Explore the great outdoors at Ixelles Ponds, a lovely green space in Brussels. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this culturally rich area.
Parlamentarium
You can study the exhibits at Parlamentarium, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

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: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)

From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Top hotels in Ixelles

Renaissance Brussels Hotel
Excellent service from all staff. Lunch was very good with quality service.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Le Louise Hotel Brussels - MGallery
The service was excellent, clean room with comfortable amenities. We had dinner one night in the restaurant and the food was delicious. Overall excellent experience and would highly recommend as it’s also a great central location with great shopping and close to the Louise metro station.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Hôtel Aqua by HappyCulture
I had a very positive stay at the Aqua Hotel. The location is excellent — just a 2-minute walk to the bus stop and underground station, and only a 15-minute walk to the center of Brussels. The room was clean, well-ventilated, and had a great shower. The staff were friendly and very helpful, especially ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

B&B HOTEL Brussels Centre Louise
Overall good hotel for a few days stay.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Radisson RED Brussels
The hotel was very stylish and cool.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Access Brussels Delta
We stayed at Aparthotel Adagio Access Brussels Delta for my son’s birthday trip. Although the hotel doesn’t usually offer birthday gifts, the staff kindly let us choose a few complimentary items at check-in — such a thoughtful and generous gesture! The room was clean and well-equipped with a double-headed ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ixelles

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.

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.

Marolles
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Marolles. You might want to make time for a stop at Place du Jeu de Balle or Law Courts of Brussels.

Etterbeek
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Etterbeek. Albert Hall Complex is a notable sight, and you can get around town at La Chasse Tram Stop or Acacias Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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.

Upper Town
Upper Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Concert Noble and Place du Luxembourg. See more of Brussels by jumping on the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station.
