Northern Quarter
Brussels


Visit Northern Quarter
Popular places to visit

La Grand Place
The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.

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.

NATO Headquarters
After visiting NATO Headquarters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art scene in this culturally rich area.

Tour & Taxis
Learn about the events happening at Tour & Taxis during your trip to Brussels. Experience the lively festivals and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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 scene in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.

Brussels Christmas Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Brussels Christmas Market during your stay in Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art scene in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)

From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
Northern Quarter Hotel Deals

The Standard Brussels
Thanks. It was a nice stay.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

a&o Brussel Centrum
OK stay. Needs a bit of a modern refurbishment... but OK to stay
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

The Hotel
Great stay in a clean, fresh & upscale hotel in the heart of the south side close to metros, EU, and many tourist attractions. Best area to stay in if a tourist for leisure or business.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Citybox Brussels Centre Louise
This hotel was good value for the price and location was excellent. The room did have a musty smell and they only cleaned once during our five night stay. The self service was relatively easy...but i would have appreciated cleaning at least every other day. Location was excellent. Loved the restaurant ...
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026

Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
It’s one of the most beautiful hotels I’ve stayed at anywhere and I liked the ambiance of the hotel along with spaciousness of the suite we stayed at, it was very nicely designed also but unfortunately the suite had a sewage smell in it! The moment we entered the suite the smell was there and nothing ...
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
Great room, delicious breakfast and nice staff. A very nice stay.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northern Quarter

Broekwijk
If you're spending some time in Broekwijk, Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Schaerbeek
Schaerbeek is well-liked for its churches and architecture. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Schaerbeek Museum of Beer and Spontaneous Art Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Pogge Tram Stop or Eenens Tram Stop to get around.

Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
Spend some time visiting places like Place Charles Rogier while getting to know Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Gillon Tram Stop or Madou Station to see more of the area.

Ilot Sacré
If you're spending some time in Ilot Sacré, Rue des Bouchers and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert are top sights worth seeing.

Lower Town
Known for its fascinating museums and fun breweries, there's plenty to explore in Lower Town. You can visit top attractions like Brussels Stock Exchange and La Grand Place, and jump on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.

Grand-Place
While visiting Grand-Place, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and The King's House.
