Visit Upper Town
Popular places to visit
European Union Parliament Building
After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the lively festivals 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.
Place du Grand Sablon
This central square is the place to eat, drink and be seen in Brussels. It’s packed with restaurants, antique dealers and chocolate shops.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
See important classical collections and groundbreaking contemporary art at the most comprehensive art museum in Brussels.
Magritte Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Magritte Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Mont des Arts
Climb to the top of this hillside arts precinct for views across the city and then visit some of the city’s best-known cultural institutions.
Things to do
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Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
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Brussels: Guided City Tour with Food and Drinks
Brussels in 1 Day - Walking Tour - Audioguide in 7 languages
Top hotels in Upper Town
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Town
European Quarter
Travellers choose European Quarter for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station and check out top sights like Schumanplein.
Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk
Get to know Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk and its many features like its museums and live music. You might want to explore sights like BELvue Museum and Royal Palace of Brussels, and you can jump on the metro at Palais Tram Stop or Royale Tram Stop to get around the city.
Ixelles
Consider a visit to Avenue Louise and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Ixelles. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Dautzenberg Tram Stop or Flagey Tram Stop.
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 Place Charles Rogier.
Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk
You might enjoy the bars while in Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk. Place du Grand Sablon is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Petit Sablon Tram Stop or Poelaert Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Etterbeek
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Etterbeek. Cinquantenaire Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at La Chasse Tram Stop or Acacias Tram Stop to see more of the city.
- European Union Parliament Building
- Royal Palace of Brussels
- Place du Grand Sablon
- Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
- Berlaymont Building
- Mont des Arts
- Brussels Park
- St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral
- Cinquantenaire Park
- Place Royale
- Church of Our Blessed Lady of the Sablon
- Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History
Hotels Near Upper Town, Brussels
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