Ixelles Travel Guide
Brussels





Popular places to visit

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 fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Place du Luxembourg
Learn about the local history of Brussels when you take a trip to Place du Luxembourg. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this culturally rich area.

Architecture Museum de Loge
You can study the exhibits at Architecture Museum de Loge, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Brussels. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Parlamentarium
You can study the exhibits at Parlamentarium, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Brussels. Discover the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Ixelles Ponds
Explore the great outdoors at Ixelles Ponds, a lovely green space in Brussels. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Brussels: Autoworld Museum Ticket

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels

Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour + Ferris Wheel

From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
Top hotels in Ixelles

Renaissance Brussels Hotel

B&B HOTEL Brussels Centre Louise
John was lovely, location was good for my needs, I was extremely pleased overall!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Le Louise Hotel Brussels - MGallery
Our stay at Le Louise Hotel was excellent from start to finish. The hotel is beautifully designed, very clean, and located in a perfect area for exploring Brussels. The rooms are comfortable, and the service from the staff was consistently professional, welcoming, and attentive. The Concierge Mariano ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Moxy Brussels City Center
Staff were really accommodating and friendly, there was a good amount of games to occupy the children in the communal area, which was vibrant and welcoming. Great music and vibe. Great location with good transport links and restaurants/cafes. A short walk to city centre. Room clean and refreshed ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Ibis Brussels Centre Châtelain
Great location near tramline, shops and restaurants Very helpful staff
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Radisson RED Brussels
Good area to stay
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ixelles

Chatelain
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Chatelain. If sightseeing is on the list, Avenue Louise is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Trinité Tram Stop or Bailli Tram Stop to see more of the area.

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.

Upper Town
Upper Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Parlamentarium and Place du Luxembourg. See more of Brussels by jumping on the metro at Maalbeek-Maelbeek Station or Arts-Loi - Kunst-Wet Station.

Marolles
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Marolles. You might want to make time for a stop at Place du Jeu de Balle or Law Courts of Brussels.

Etterbeek
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Etterbeek. Albert Hall Complex is a notable sight, and you can get around town at La Chasse Tram Stop or Acacias Tram Stop to see more of the city.
