Visit Northern Quarter
Popular places to visit
La Grand Place
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.
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.
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.
European Union Parliament Building
After visiting European Union Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
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.
Manneken Pis Statue
The statue of a boy relieving himself – an unlikely cultural icon!
Top hotels in Northern Quarter
a&o Brussel Centrum
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
The Standard Brussels
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
The Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Citybox Brussels
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northern Quarter
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
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 Spontaneous Art Museum, 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 Place Charles Rogier.
Lower Town
Known for its interesting museums and fantastic breweries, there's plenty to explore in Lower Town. Top attractions like La Grand Place and Brussels Stock Exchange are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.
Northern Quarter Travel Guide
- Tomorrowland
- Atomium
- Walibi Belgium
- NATO Headquarters
- Brussels Christmas Market
- Manneken Pis Statue
- Mini-Europe
- Place du Grand Sablon
- Belgian Comic Strip Center
- Brussels City Hall
- UZ Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus
- Planckendael Zoo
- Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
- Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc
- Midi Market
