Visit Upper Town
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Brussels Park
Stroll the avenue between the Royal Palace and Belgian Parliament to discover the beauty of one of the largest parks in Brussels.
Things to do
Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Brussels: Guided Food Tour with Full Meal and Drinks
Discover the Best of Brussels on Our Guided Tour
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
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.
- Royal Palace of Brussels
- European Union Parliament Building
- Place du Grand Sablon
- Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
- Berlaymont Building
- Brussels Park
- Mont des Arts
- 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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- Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Hotels
- Etterbeek Hotels
- Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk Hotels
- Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe Hotels
- Marolles Hotels
- Quartier Marais-Jacqmain - Wijk Marais-Jacqmain Hotels
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