Ilot Sacré Travel Guide
Brussels
Visit Ilot Sacré
Popular places to visit
Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert
Watch a play in the Royal Theatre or shop for gifts, fashion and books beneath the arched ceiling in this grand arcade complex.
La Grand Place
The former food market is still a popular spot for fine Belgian cuisine and is a protected World Heritage site.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
Top hotels in Ilot Sacré
Safestay Brussels Grand Place
"I do recommend a hotel. It’s very nice as in a great location and staff was great."
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel des Galeries
"This hotel was perfect! It was clean, there was plenty of room, and we felt safe. Not only is the location top notch, the staff is so friendly and helpful! We needed a taxi for the airport, and they took care of getting it scheduled for us. We would definitely stay again!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Hotel
"Clean, good location"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Citybox Brussels Centre Louise
"Situation près de station de tramway Stephanie.Cuisinette comnune au sous-sol et laundrymate"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
"It’s a very cool - lifestyle hotel. Awesome location. Huge rooms. Feels like a studio apartment. Platform bed. Black out shades. Breakfast is very generous spread; and fresh. You can get lunch or dinner at the bar. Very good draft beers; and alcohol choice. Outdoor space. I didn’t use the pool; spa; ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hilton Brussels Grand Place
"Great location, in front of the train station"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ilot Sacré
Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk
If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Rue des Bouchers. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.
Grand-Place
If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.
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 Halles de Saint-Gery are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station or De Brouckere Station to see more of the city.
Broekwijk
While visiting Broekwijk, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Neuve and City 2 Shopping Mall.
Stalingrad
While you're in Stalingrad, take in top sights like Manneken Pis Statue and jump on the metro at Anneessens Tram Station to see more of 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.
