Laken Travel Guide
Brussels
Popular places to visit
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 Expo
Learn about the events happening in Brussels Expo during your trip to Brussels. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
King Baudouin Stadium
Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Mini-Europe
Ever wanted to skip across 80 European cities in one afternoon? Well here’s your chance!
Heysel Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heysel Park, a lovely green space in Brussels. Discover the great live music in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
La Grand Place
A former marketplace and the stunning centrepiece of Belgium's capital.
Top hotels in Laken
The Hotel
Breakfast was really nice. I enjoyed it.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Citybox Brussels Centre Louise
Simple and practical rooms ! Nice and central location ! Lots of restaurants nearby ! Great check in and check out experience ! We enjoyed our stay !
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
Excellent hotel for the price at the time. Everything looked just like the photos online. This is a high end, elegant hotel of the Marriott system. Staff was super. My next door was noisy and smoking. The front desk offered me another room! I never expected the treatment. The location of the hotel ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
Comfortable stay. Great breakfast
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Some of the staff members were not very guest focused
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Standard Brussels
Great hotel, lovely staff. Tea & coffee options in the room were awful, that’s the only fault!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Laken
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.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
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.
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Brussels Museum of Industry and Labour and MIMA are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Duchesse de Brabant Tram Stop or Triangle Tram Stop to get around.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like Rue des Bouchers and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert.
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 La Grand Place are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
