Ixelles Travel Guide

Brussels

A historic building with arched windows and a paved courtyard.
A historic European town with a central fountain, surrounded by colorful buildings and a willow tree.
A river with a church and autumn leaves.
A modern building with a curved facade and a large entrance.
A statue of a woman holding a flag with a symbol, surrounded by flags and modern buildings.

Stay near popular Ixelles attractions

A narrow street lined with shops and cafes, with planters and outdoor seating.

Avenue Louise

8.4/10 (1,891 reviews)
During your trip to Brussels, you can do some window-shopping at Avenue Louise. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels

Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels

Rp1.321.233
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bus day trip to Luxembourg and Dinant from Brussels
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels

Rp60.777
per traveller
98% of travellers recommend
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour

Rp996.006
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Full-Day Antwerp and Ghent Guided Tour
From Brussels: Full-Day Guided Tour of Ghent in Spanish

From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium

Rp955.353
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium
From Brussels: Luxembourg Tour with Dinant Visit

From Brussels: Luxembourg Tour with Dinant Visit

Rp1.361.886
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Brussels: Luxembourg Tour with Dinant Visit
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train

From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train

Rp1.321.233
per adult
From Brussels: Bruges and Ghent Full-Day Trip by Train
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Where to stay in Ixelles

Find the best Ixelles areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ixelles
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Ornate European architecture with golden accents and statues.

Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk

If you're spending time in Quartier du Centre - Centrumwijk, you might enjoy attractions like La Grand Place and Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Bourse-Beurs Station to see more of the city.

A large floral carpet in a public square with ornate buildings in the background.
Photo by Marc De Vos
Open Photo by Marc De Vos

Grand-Place

If you're spending some time in Grand-Place, La Grand Place and The King's House are top sights worth seeing.

A large, historic archway with statues and a central monument, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a parking area.

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.

A cobblestone square with outdoor seating, a prominent church with a tall spire, and surrounding historic buildings.
Photo by Krystalvation
Open Photo by Krystalvation

Sint-Gillis

Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Sint-Gillis. Top attractions like Brussels South Railway Station and Saint Gilles Town Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bethléem Tram Stop or Guillaume Tell Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A grand church interior with a large classical painting, ornate columns, and a high ceiling.

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.

Ixelles Travel Guide