Visit Northern Quarter
Popular places to visit
La Grand Place
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Atomium
This unique structure, made up of nine stainless steel spheres, has been called Europe's most bizarre building, and is the number one attraction in Brussels.
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.
Royal Palace of Brussels
Visit the offices of the King and Queen of Belgium – go in summer and you might even be invited inside.
Manneken Pis Statue
The statue of a boy relieving himself – an unlikely cultural icon!
Activities
From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Dinant and Luxembourg
Brussels: Historical Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Northern Quarter
Sainte-Catherine
Travellers love Sainte-Catherine for its popular shops, and you can see more of Brussels by jumping on the metro at Sainte Catherine-Sint Katelijne Station or Ypres Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Brussels Christmas Market and St. Catherine's Square.
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 Josaphat Park, 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 Brussels Stock Exchange and Matonge are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
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.