Visit Northern Quarter
Popular places to visit
La Grand Place
The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.
Atomium
The strangest piece of architecture in Brussels is a series of steel spheres that can be seen from across the city. The site houses a restaurant and museum.
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.
Royal Palace of Brussels
Enjoy a rare glimpse of a palace interior or admire the facade of the royal palace from Brussels Park. You might even see the King or Queen of the Belgians.
Things to do
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
Amsterdam Day Trip from Brussels With Cheese, Clogs and Windmills
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ES)
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Top hotels in Northern Quarter
a&o Brussel Centrum
Was surprised it was marked hostel, I'd say good for a hostel, not so great for a hotel
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Standard Brussels
It was lovely but breakfast was a bit chaotic.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
The Hotel
Room was spotless, staff was great! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
The hotel is located in a great area and has close proximity to major tourist attractions at a walkable distance. Staff was friendly and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
Clean and spacious
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Great
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northern Quarter
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
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.
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.
Lower Town
Known for its interesting museums and fantastic breweries, there's plenty to explore in Lower Town. Top attractions like La Grand Place and Brussels Stock Exchange are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
Quartier Saint-Géry - Sint-Gorikswijk
Quartier Saint-Géry - Sint-Gorikswijk is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Halles de Saint-Gery and Place de la Bourse while you're in town.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers.
Northern Quarter
- Atomium
- Avenue Louise
- NATO Headquarters
- Tomorrowland
- Royal Palace of Brussels
- Walibi Belgium
- Manneken Pis Statue
- Place du Grand Sablon
- Mini-Europe
- Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
- Belgian Comic Strip Center
- Berlaymont Building
- Universite Libre de Bruxelles Solbosch Campus
- KU Leuven
- Brussels Park
- Planckendael Zoo
- Midi Market
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