Watermaal Travel Guide
Brussels
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 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 lively festivals 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 lively festivals in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
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
From Amsterdam to Belgium: Discover the Wonders of Brussels and Bruges
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Brussels: Historical Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting
Brussels : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide
Brussels: Entry Ticket to Mini-Europe
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Top hotels in Watermaal
The Hotel
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Express Brussels Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
Thon Hotel EU
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
The Hoxton Brussels
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Thon Hotel Brussels City Centre
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Watermaal
Ixelles
Consider a visit to Avenue Louise and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Ixelles. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Dautzenberg Tram Stop or Flagey Tram Stop.
European Quarter
Travellers choose European Quarter for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station and check out top sights like Schumanplein.
Upper Town
Upper Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Concert Noble and Parlamentarium. See more of Brussels by jumping on the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station.
Ukkel
Appreciated for its restaurants and museums, you might consider exploring Ukkel. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Van Buuren Museum, and jump on the metro at Marlow Tram Stop or Héros Tram Stop to get around the city.
Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk
Get to know Quartier Royal - Koninklijke Wijk and its many features like its museums and live music. You might want to explore sights like Royal Palace of Brussels and Place Royale, and you can jump on the metro at Palais Tram Stop or Royale Tram Stop to get around the city.
Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk
You might enjoy the bars while in Quartier du Sablon - Zavelwijk. Place du Grand Sablon is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Petit Sablon Tram Stop or Poelaert Tram Stop to see more of the city.