Lower Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Visit Brussels
Photo provided by Visit Brussels
Photo provided by Visit Brussels
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Manneken Pis Statue showing a monument and a statue or sculpture as well as a large group of people
La Grand Place featuring heritage architecture, a city and outdoor eating
Belgian Comic Strip Center which includes a city

Popular places to visit

La Grand Place which includes a statue or sculpture

La Grand Place

4/5(21 reviews)

A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.

La Grand Place
Brussels Christmas Market

Brussels Christmas Market

3/5(1 review)

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.

Brussels Christmas Market
Manneken Pis Statue showing a monument and a statue or sculpture as well as a large group of people

Manneken Pis Statue

4/5(25 reviews)

The statue of a boy relieving himself – an unlikely cultural icon!

Manneken Pis Statue
Belgian Comic Strip Center

Belgian Comic Strip Center

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Join Tintin and the Smurfs on a journey through the history of the comic strip.

Belgian Comic Strip Center
Brussels City Hall

Brussels City Hall

4/5(1 review)

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.

Brussels City Hall
St. Catherine's Square

St. Catherine's Square

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Brussels when you stop by St. Catherine's Square. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

St. Catherine's Square

Activities

Explore the best of Ghent and Bruges on your day trip from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels

AU$88
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
Dinant - Birthplace of the saxophone

Luxembourg and Dinant Day Trip from Brussels

AU$118
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Luxembourg and Dinant Day Trip from Brussels
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent in a Day Guided Tour

From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent

AU$84
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

AU$5
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Brussels: Historical Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting

Brussels: Historical Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting

AU$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Brussels: Historical Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting
Tootbus Brussels Discovery

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

AU$58
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
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Our pick of the best Lower Town Hotel Deals

The Hoxton Brussels
The Hoxton Brussels
4 out of 5
SQUARE VICTORIA REGINA 1, Brussels
The price is AU$249 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$249
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (679 reviews)
Beautiful hotel for a great price
"I always try in Hoxton hotels, cause they're always beautifully styled and the service is great. The Hoxton Brussels was just as we expected, and probably the best priced Hoxton we'd been too. We had a wonderful stay here, the staff were wonderful and the rooms have the best views. Highly ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

The Hoxton Brussels
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
4 out of 5
Rue Duquesnoy 5-7, Brussels
The price is AU$225 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$225
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,472 reviews)
"Very central"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
4 out of 5
Avenue du Boulevard 17, Brussels
The price is AU$195 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$195
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
I would recommend
"Overall, I would recommend the hotel. Its location was great, right next door to the metro. Grand Place, Mannequin Pis and Bruxelles Palace and Museums are all walkable. There are also lots of shops and fast food on your doorstep. The hotel itself has a good gym and bar area. The room had a little ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Novotel Brussels City Centre
Novotel Brussels City Centre
4.5 out of 5
Rue De La Vierge Noire 32, Brussels
The price is AU$210 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$210
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Easy"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Novotel Brussels City Centre
ibis Brussels City Centre
ibis Brussels City Centre
3 out of 5
Rue Joseph Plateau, 2, Brussels
The price is AU$167 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$167
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect location! So many restaurants and shops around, and walking distance from most of the cultural sites."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

ibis Brussels City Centre
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
ibis Brussels off Grand Place
3 out of 5
Rue du Marché aux Herbes 100, Brussels
The price is AU$205 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$205
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and value!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

ibis Brussels off Grand Place
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Other neighbourhoods around Lower Town

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Grand-Place

If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.

Grand-Place
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Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
Galeries St. Hubert which includes interior views

Ilot Sacré

While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers.

Ilot Sacré
Manneken Pis Statue which includes a statue or sculpture and a monument as well as a large group of people

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.

Stalingrad
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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.

Quartier Midi-Lemonnier - Zuid-Lemonnierwijk
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Broekwijk

While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.

Broekwijk

Lower Town Travel Guide

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