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
Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
Luxembourg and Dinant Day Trip from Brussels
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket
From Brussels: Luxembourg Tour with Dinant Visit
From Brussels: Bruges Day Trip with Boat Tour Option (ES)
Top hotels in Ilot Sacré
Safestay Brussels Grand Place
"it was fine, the rooms were very very stuffy and even though a fan was provided, it was quite warm! Also, the body soap was not for free, and they also will charge you for a towel so bring your own."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel des Galeries
"Very clean room. Great AC and facilities. Perfect location. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Floris Arlequin Grand Place
"This hotel should not be in operation until three renovations are complete. It is dangerous, we had caused to move rooms. Mrs was injured by a falling shower curtain rail. When waiting for the sole lift when leanjng against the wall a nail from the other side, easily missed, punctured skin on upper ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Hotel
"Fantastic hotel! Highly recommend the property. Room was great, amenities were fantastic!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
"Amazing experience and the rooms are spacious, hip with amazing art. Room controls for lighting and window are a learning curve but honestly for the price we paid this over delivered."
Reviewed on 30 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
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 Brussels City Museum 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 BELvue Museum and Royal Palace of Brussels, and you can jump on the metro at Palais Tram Stop or Royale Tram Stop to get around the city.
