Laken
Brussels
Popular places to visit
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.
Mini-Europe
Hundreds of replicas of Europe’s most famous attractions can be found at this amusement park located beneath the Atomium.
King Baudouin Stadium
Catch an event at King Baudouin Stadium during your trip to Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Greenhouses of Laeken
Enjoy an outing to Royal Greenhouses of Laeken during your stay in Brussels. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this culturally rich area.
Heysel Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heysel Park, a lovely green space in Brussels. Discover the lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Castle of Laeken
Royal Castle of Laeken is just one of the places to see in Brussels, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ENG)
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Brussels: Musical Instruments Museum Entry Ticket
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Top hotels in Laken
The Hotel
Comforrsble beds, nice interior and style, good location, clean room, helpful staff
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
Modern, spacious rooms and amenities
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Room was clean and spacious. Hotel was in great location close to station and very walkable area.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
a&o Brussel Centrum
Room was spacious, staff was excellent and helpful. Breakfast had heaps of options. The only downfall is that the hotel is located close to Gare du Nord station which is a red light area where thieves operate. Highly recommend to take a taxi. Apart from that, the hotel is excellent
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
pentahotel Brussels Airport
Great customer service!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Thon Hotel EU
Helpful check in and informative. Generous sized family room. Spotless. Complimentary tea, coffee pods, bottled water, shower gels, shampoo and conditioner, body lotion, shower caps!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 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 Train World, 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.
Ilot Sacré
While visiting Ilot Sacré, you might make a stop by sights like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers.
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.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and Royal Theatre Toone are top sights worth seeing.
Laken
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