Laken
Brussels
Popular places to visit
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.
Mini-Europe
Hundreds of replicas of Europe’s most famous attractions can be found at this amusement park located beneath the Atomium.
King Baudouin Stadium
Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Greenhouses of Laeken
Enjoy an outing to Royal Greenhouses of Laeken during your stay in Brussels. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this culturally rich area.
Heysel Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heysel Park, a lovely green space in Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Castle of Laeken
Royal Castle of Laeken is just one of the places to see in Brussels, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Choco-Story Brussels: Chocolate Museum Entrance with Tasting
Hard Rock Cafe Brussels Dining Experience
Top hotels in Laken
The Hotel
all fine
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Nice room. Hotel is well situated.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Clean, lovely views, delicious food and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
Convenient to the station and ideal to travel to other places in Belgium
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
Nice stay. The tech seems a bit over the top with a panel for everything. Mirrors are a bit OTT decor wire and might get a bit dated, but overall a nice place. Recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre
Very nice hotel , close to downtown . Staff friendly. Room nice and clean , but the breakfast not what we were expecting. Over all very good hotel
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Laken
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.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
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 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.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like Rue des Bouchers and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and Royal Theatre Toone are top sights worth seeing.
