Lower Town
Brussels
Visit Lower Town
Popular places to visit
Brussels Christmas Market
You can do some window-shopping at Brussels Christmas Market during your visit to Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Belgian Comic Strip Center
Join Tintin and the Smurfs on a journey through the history of the comic strip.
Manneken Pis Statue
The statue of a boy relieving himself – an unlikely cultural icon!
Brussels City Hall
After visiting Brussels City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Rue Neuve
During your visit to Brussels, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Rue Neuve. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Bruges Day Trip: Canal Boat, Windmills & Damme
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Brussels: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Top hotels in Lower Town
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
"Nice size room but didn’t like looking at a brick wall and nothing else from window for 4 nights. Very good location."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place
"Rooms are very clean and its in an amazing location within walking distance from all key attractions as well as the Grand Place there in Brussels. If you are bringing a rental car, there is garage basically adjacent to the property"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Novotel Brussels City Centre
"Perfect for our needs. Right in the heart of Brussels. The breakfast and bar were well appointed with plenty of choice. Staff were helpful and accomplished. The gym reopened during our stay which we appreciated. The swimming pool was in great demand because of the very hot weather so we sadly gave ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
"Big room and big bathrooms"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Bedford Hotel & Congress Centre
"Its a good one recommended"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
"Great location"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Lower Town
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and Brussels City Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Sint-Gillis
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Sint-Gillis. Top attractions like Brussels South Railway Station and Saint Gilles Town Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bethléem Tram Stop or Guillaume Tell Tram Stop to see more of the city.
