Northern Quarter, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode

Name: Northern Quarter
Address: Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Belgium

#12 among attractions in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode

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The Northern Quarter is the central business district of Brussels, Belgium. Like La Défense in Paris, the Docklands in London or the Zuidas in Amsterdam, the Northern Quarter consists of a concentrated collection of high-rise buildings where many Belgian and multinational companies have their headquarters. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°51'39"N, 4°21'25"E

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Bruxelles-Ville (Quartier Nord)Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Belgium

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Northern Quarter – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Belgian Comic Strip Center, Rogier, Botanical Garden of Brussels, Galeria Inno.

0.7 miS
Museum, Art Nouveau architecture, Art museum
Belgian Comic Strip Center, Brussels
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brussels, the Belgian Comic Strip Center is a vibrant homage to the illustrious tradition of Belgian comics. Located within a stunning Art Nouveau building designed by Victor Horta, the museum celebrates the colorful world of comic strips that...
0.4 miS
Square
Rogier, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
11 min walk • Place Charles Rogier, commonly known as Rogier, is a significant square located in the heart of Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, one of the nineteen municipalities that make up the Brussels-Capital Region in Belgium. This bustling area is named after Charles Rogier, a Belgian...
0.5 miSE
Park, Garden, Botanical garden
Botanical Garden of Brussels, Brussels
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, the Botanical Garden of Brussels is a verdant oasis amid the bustling city life of Belgium's capital. This historical garden, which dates back to the early 19th century, offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and a...
0.5 miS
50°51'11"N • 4°21'25"E
Galeria Inno, Brussels
14 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Department store
0.6 miS
Square
Place de Brouckère, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
16 min walk • The Place de Brouckère or De Brouckèreplein is a major square in central Brussels, Belgium. It was created following the covering of the river Senne, replacing the Temple of the Augustinians, which was demolished in 1893.
~1970 ftW
Museum, Art museum
KANAL - Centre Pompidou, Brussels
10 min walk • KANAL - Centre Pompidou is museum for modern and contemporary art located in Brussels, Belgium, near the Brussels–Charleroi Canal, in the former buildings of a Citroën garage. The definitive opening is scheduled for 2023.
0.7 miSE
Architecture, Convention center, Concert hall
Le Botanique, Brussels
17 min walk • Le Botanique or Kruidtuin is a cultural complex and music venue in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Brussels. The building was previously the main orangery of the National Botanic Garden of Belgium and even as part of the garden had hosted cultural events.
0.6 miS
Square
Place des Martyrs, Brussels
17 min walk • The Place des Martyrs is a historic square in central Brussels, Belgium. Its current name, meaning "Martyrs' Square", refers to the martyrs of the September days of the Belgian Revolution of 1830.
0.5 miS
Street
Boulevard Adolphe Max, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
14 min walk • The Boulevard Adolphe Max or Adolphe Maxlaan is a central boulevard in Brussels, Belgium. It was created following the covering of the river Senne, and bears the name of a former mayor of the City of Brussels, Adolphe Max.
~500 ftSE
Tower
Proximus, Brussels
3 min walk • The Proximus Towers are twin skyscrapers on King Albert II Street in the Northern Quarter central business district of Brussels, Belgium. The buildings take their name from the telecommunications company Proximus. They are among the tallest buildings in Belgium.
0.6 miS
Church
Temple of the Augustinians, Saint-Josse-ten-Noode
17 min walk • The Temple of the Augustinians, alternatively the Church of the Augustinians in Brussels, Belgium, was a Brabantine Baroque-style church designed and built from 1621 to 1642 by the architect Jacob Franquart for the Augustinians order.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Northern Quarter?

Nearby attractions include Proximus, Brussels (3 min walk), North Galaxy Towers, Brussels (3 min walk), Rue d'Aerschot, Brussels (9 min walk), Small Ring, Brussels (9 min walk).

How to get to Northern Quarter by public transport?

The nearest stations to Northern Quarter:

Bus

Wtc • Lines: 14, 20, 46, 57, 58, 88, N18 (2 min walk)
Gare du Nord - Noordstation • Lines: 14, 20, 57, 58, 61, 88, Tour & Taxis-shuttle (3 min walk)

Tram

Brussels North Station • Lines: 25, 3, 4, 55 (4 min walk)
Gare du Nord - Noordstation • Lines: 25, 3, 4, 55 (4 min walk)

Train

Brussels North Station (4 min walk)
Brussels-North (6 min walk)

Metro

Yser - IJzer • Lines: 2, 6 (9 min walk)
Rogier • Lines: 2, 6 (10 min walk)

Ferry

Quai des Péniches - Akenkaai • Lines: Wb (10 min walk)
Sainctelette • Lines: Wb (11 min walk)