Lower Town
Brussels
Visit Lower Town
Popular places to visit
La Grand Place
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.
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.
Manneken Pis Statue
The statue of a boy relieving himself – an unlikely cultural icon!
Belgian Comic Strip Center
Join Tintin and the Smurfs on a journey through the history of the comic strip.
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.
Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
Watch a play in the Royal Theatre or shop for gifts, fashion and books beneath the arched ceiling in this grand arcade complex.
Things to do
Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
Luxembourg and Dinant Day Trip from Brussels
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 (ENG)
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Top hotels in Lower Town
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Great location in old town. The hotel is generally lovely and you can tell they have put the effort into the lobby. The rooms were nice but not as nice as other Hiltons. Restaurant and bar really good
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Excellent location, breakfast was not included but if you pay for it, is great, cleaning room every day and water in the room, nice welcome and easy to walk to the grand place.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Novotel Brussels City Centre
We loved our stay. The location is fantastic, with parking right in front of the hotel and all major tourist attractions within easy walking distance. The amenities were great — we used the gym, and our kids had a wonderful time in the indoor pool. Breakfast was delicious with plenty of options. ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Novotel Brussels off Grand'Place
This hotel pleasantly surprised us due to its location - we first thought it is far from the center of Brussel compared to other hotels around the palace. It is only 5 minutes walk from to palace and is right on the side of the central trains station, which makes a short day trip such as to Gent ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
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Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Very large, high rise hotel next to Rogier Metro station, main shopping street, and 5 minute walk from Brussel-Nord train station. Rooms are on the small side, but well maintained with a friendly and helpful staff. Lots of business travelers. Walkable to city center through the shopping district ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers.
Stalingrad
While you're in Stalingrad, take in top sights like Manneken Pis Statue and jump on the metro at Anneessens Tram 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.
