Het Depot
Het Depot is Leuven’s go-to concert venue. Located near the railway station, it’s easy to reach. The venue is famous all over Belgium for its convivial atmosphere and great acoustics.
Kunstencentrum STUK
Are you a lover of dance, film and/or sound? The STUK is the place to be! If you’re hungry, thirsty o feel like playing a fun board game, be sure to visit the amusing STUK-café. You can also stop by Cinema ZED to watch a great film.
Cinema ZED
Cinema ZED is a film house the like of which is rarely found these days: convivial, no intermission and no annoying munching noises from the person next to you – no food is allowed in the auditorium. Expect only ‘good films’ at Cinema ZED that are deserving your attention.
Skatepark Sportoase
The skate park Sportoase is the number one hotspot for Leuven’s skating population. It is located just outside the city centre, next to the swimming pool with the same name. Twits, the number one skate shop in Leuven, organizes a popular skate contest every year.
OPEK
The acronym OPEK stands for ‘public warehouse for the arts’ in Flemish. Every artistic discipline is represented here: dance, theatre, visual arts, literature, photography and gastronomy. OPEK is located at the end of the Leuven canal, so they have a wonderful outdoor seating area by the water.
Stelplaats
The possibilities offered at Stelplaats are infinite. You can come here to go clubbing or to skate, print silkscreens, build a bicycle, enjoy a bite and a drink, spray some graffiti or attend a concert. Although the interior of this old bus is a bit rugged, they have a very convivial atmosphere.
Museum M Leuven
Museum M is famous thanks to its beautiful building and exhibitions that are a perfect mix of modern and more traditional art. Enjoy a delicious aperitif on the roof garden in summer against the breath-taking backdrop of Leuven’s fabulous skyline.
Open Gym Wilsele
The Open Gym in Wilsele is built entirely out of recycled materials and is open to the public. It’s an ideal gym if you want to work out in a climate-conscious and pleasant environment.
Botanical garden
Leuven boasts one of Belgium’s most beautiful botanical gardens. Go in search of turtles in the tropical conservatories or unwind in the garden. By the way: admission is free!
Sportkot (Arenberg)
Take a walk from the ring road in the direction of Arenberg Castle along countless student accommodations. Lots and lots of student come here on weekdays to work out at the gym, chill out and attend classes.
Staying over
With so many things on your to-do list, you can’t help but stay overnight.
At these hotels you can stay the night for a budget-friendly price:
