Things to do in Leuven

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Recommended things to do in Leuven

Number of things to do
30
Things to do from
$8
Cheapest thing to do
Leuven: Self-Guided Walking Tour with Offline Access
Top 5 things to do
Under $25
With kids

What to do in Leuven

Free Things to Do in Leuven

Some say the best things in life are free. Be sure to explore the following around Leuven:

Kessel-Lo Provincial Park - You can't go past this attraction if you're in the mood to kick your heels up and join in on the fun.

University Hall - Take in the innovation and design of this fantastic example of modern architecture.

Leuven Town Hall - If you plan to explore the history of the area through its landmarks, add this one to your to-do list.

Old Market Square - Stay a while in this lively destination and experience life as a local.

Grand Market Square - Make room in your itinerary to stroll around this site of local significance.

St. Peter's Church - Whether you're spiritual or not, this site is sure to inspire a sense of reverence.

Sint-Donatus Park - If you love working in your garden, this place will excite your green thumb.

Things to Do in Leuven with Kids

There's nothing like spending time together as a family. Leuven has a fabulous range of family friendly experiences that the whole gang will want to try:

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Leuven on a sunny day?
Take advantage of the nice weather (and get a little exercise too) with some of these top outdoor activities:


What to do in Leuven on a rainy day?
Try one or two of these popular indoor activities and turn a rainy day into an adventure:


Are there cheap things to do in Leuven?
Keep more of your hard-earned money in your wallet with these thrifty and fun experiences:


What can you do in Leuven for free?
Your break in Leuven won’t cost a fortune with free things like these to keep you busy:

  • Grand Market Square
  • Leuven Christmas Market
  • Leuven Town Hall
  • Old Market Square

Discover the most popular places to visit in Leuven

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Leuven Town Hall

5/5(1 review)

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.

Leuven Town Hall
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Ladeuze Square

Find out about the history of Leuven when you take a trip to Ladeuze Square. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.

Ladeuze Square
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Arenberg Castle

Learn about the local history of Heverlee with a stop at Arenberg Castle. Amble around the area's forest or visit its churches.

Arenberg Castle
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KU Leuven

5/5(6 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit KU Leuven, during your trip to Heverlee. Amble around the area's forest or visit its churches.

KU Leuven
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UZ Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of UZ Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus, during your trip to Leuven. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its bars.

UZ Leuven Gasthuisberg Campus
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Grand Beguinage of Leuven

5/5(1 review)

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

Grand Beguinage of Leuven
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Grand Market Square

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Leuven with a stop at Grand Market Square. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.

Grand Market Square
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Stella Artois

5/5(4 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Stella Artois during your travels to Wilsele. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Stella Artois
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Old Market Square

5/5(1 review)

During your visit to Leuven, you can do some window-shopping at Old Market Square. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Old Market Square

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Leuven

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Hertogensite

While visiting Hertogensite, you might make a stop by sights like Kruidtuin Botanical Garden and Dyle.

Hertogensite
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Nieuw Kwartier

While Nieuw Kwartier might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grand Beguinage of Leuven and Ladeuze Square.

Nieuw Kwartier
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Vaartkom

When in Vaartkom, you can plan a visit to Grand Market Square and Leuven Town Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Vaartkom
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Sint-Maartensdal

4/5(1 area review)

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

Sint-Maartensdal
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Tweewaters

When in Tweewaters, you can plan a visit to Stella Artois and Grand Market Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Blauwput

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Blauwput is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Stella Artois and Kessel-Lo Provincial Park.

Blauwput
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Popular day trips from Leuven

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Heverlee

Photo by Peije van Klooster

Holsbeek

Photo by Tim Thomas

Haacht

Photo by Richard Reakes

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