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.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this romantic area, you can savor 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 fascinating museums 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.
Manneken Pis Statue
This small statue of a urinating child has brought joy to Belgians for centuries and is now a national icon.
Things to do
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Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
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Other neighborhoods around Northern Quarter
Schaerbeek
Schaerbeek is well-liked for its churches and architecture. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Schaerbeek Museum of Beer and Josaphat Park 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 Le Botanique 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.
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 Matonge, 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.
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
Take time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk to visit attractions like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.
Sint-Jans-Molenbeek
Get to know Sint-Jans-Molenbeek and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Brussels Museum of Industry and Labour and MIMA, and you can jump on the metro at Duchesse de Brabant Tram Stop or Triangle Tram Stop to get around the city.
- La Grand Place
- Atomium
- Avenue Louise
- NATO Headquarters
- European Union Parliament Building
- Royal Palace of Brussels
- Manneken Pis Statue
- Walibi Belgium
- Mini-Europe
- Place du Grand Sablon
- King Baudouin Stadium
- Brussels City Hall
- Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
- Belgian Comic Strip Center
- Berlaymont Building
- Brussels Park
- Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
- Brussels Stock Exchange
- Rue Neuve
- Mont des Arts
- Genval Lake
- Square Brussels Meeting Centre
- Planckendael Zoo
- Midi Market
- Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc
- Magritte Museum