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.
Avenue Louise
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Northern Quarter Hotel Deals
a&o Brussel Centrum
OK stay. Needs a bit of a modern refurbishment... but OK to stay
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
The Standard Brussels
Excellent hotel ...5 minutes from railway station 15 minute walk from palace squarexand old quarter..all staff very helpful..breakfast excellent thouroughly recomend..
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Steigenberger Icon Wiltcher's
Nice hotel and good location but a bit dated with uncomfortable bed and no room service after midnight which is absurd for a hotel of this size and stature. Walls also paper thin so you can hear your neighbors talking or crying etc. staff doesn’t ask how your stay was on departure
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Wonderful
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
pentahotel Brussels Airport
Good stay for a night near the airport
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
ibis Brussels City Centre
Other neighborhoods 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, Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert and Jeanneke Pis 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.
