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The university library on the Ladeuze square in the evening, Leuven, Belgium

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The ornate and beautiful town hall in Leuven, Belgium.

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What to do in Leuven

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Leuven Town Hall

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Leuven Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Leuven, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.

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Grand Beguinage of Leuven

You can browse the exhibits at Grand Beguinage of Leuven, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Leuven. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its bars.

KU Leuven

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of KU Leuven during your trip to Leuven. Amble around the area's forests or visit its churches.

UZ Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of UZ Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus during your travels in Leuven. Amble around the area's forests or visit its churches.

Grand Market Square

5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Leuven when you take a trip to Grand Market Square. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.

Haasrode Research-Park

If Haasrode Research-Park is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Leuvens Haasrode.

Old Market Square

During your visit to Leuven, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Old Market Square. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Arenberg Castle

Learn about the local history of Leuven when you spend time at Arenberg Castle. Amble around the area's forests or visit its churches.

Leuven Central Library

4.5/5(3 reviews)

After visiting Leuven Central Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Leuven. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Areas of Leuven

Leuven City Center

If you're spending some time in Leuven City Center, Grand Market Square and Old Market Square are top sights worth seeing.

17th century Farm of abbey of Park, Leuven, Belgium

Heverlee

Heverlee is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arenberg Castle and Abbey Park.

Kessel-Lo

You'll enjoy the breweries and parks in Kessel-Lo. You might want to make time for a stop at Vlierbeek Abbey or Kessel-Lo Provincial Park.

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Sint-Maartensdal

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Sint-Maartensdal is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Leuven Town Hall and Grand Market Square are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Historical architecture of Great Beguinage of Leuven, Belgium

Blauwput

4/5(7 area reviews)

Blauwput is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Stella Artois and Leuven Central Library while you're in town.

Hertogensite

If you're spending some time in Hertogensite, Kruidtuin Botanical Garden and Dyle are top sights worth seeing.

I was walking on the trail along Zuid Diljethal (South Dille Valley); a small river in the Flemish-Brabant Region of Belgium. Not far from Brussels.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Leuven worth visiting?

Famous for its history and festivals, finding fun things to do in Leuven is easy. Don't forget to add Grand Beguinage of Leuven to your trip itinerary when here.

How do I spend a day in Leuven?

Grand Beguinage of Leuven and Castle of Leefdaal are two good places to begin your adventures. Remember to explore the dining and retail options in Leuven while you're in town too.

What is the top tourist attraction in Leuven?

Grand Beguinage of Leuven is one of the top tourist attractions in Leuven and should feature high on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in Leuven?

Three days in Leuven is enough to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many guests spend three days on average. Grand Beguinage of Leuven, Stella Artois and Castle of Leefdaal are top-rated sights. Want to see more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Brussels.

Is Leuven a walkable city?

Some leading attractions in Leuven, including Grand Beguinage of Leuven and Stella Artois, are within walking distance. You can also explore several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometres from the city centre of Leuven is Blauwput and Sint-Maartensdal is 0.48 kilometres away.

What are some activities to do in Leuven with kids?

Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities sets the tone for a great escape. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Leuven with kids.

What to do in Leuven for adults?

Stella Artois and Royal Museum for Central Africa are just a few of the things to do in Leuven. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.

Are there free things to do in Leuven?

From visiting parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Leuven. If you need new ideas, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. Old Market Square is a must for anyone wanting to save on their travel adventures.

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