Title: Leuven City Center Travel Guide: Best of Leuven City Center, Leuven Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Leuven City Center](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-City-Center-Hotels.d952332832607469568.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Leuven](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Leuven.d5176.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Leuven](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Leuven.d5176.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Leuven City Center Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Leuven-City-Center.d952332832607469568.Car-Hire-Guide)[Leuven City Center Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-City-Center.d952332832607469568.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Leuven City Center Travel Guide ## Leuven ![Leuven (Löwen) Belgien, Oude Markt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/952332832607469568/0357b81b-9a06-4254-9df2-220a608f1dad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Leuven (Löwen) Belgien, Oude Markt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/952332832607469568/0357b81b-9a06-4254-9df2-220a608f1dad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The ornate and beautiful town hall in Leuven, Belgium.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5176/666995bd-331a-4b8e-a163-ef9b33301844.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Between different styles 🙃 beautiful architecture in the city of Louvain. #troveon #architecture #louvain #cityscape #UrbanJungle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5176/87377971-995d-47da-98d2-01bb88e9c8f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful city center of Leuven!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5176/7514fded-07a4-4847-bd89-c0eac1ff9d17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Leuven City Center Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Leuven travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven.dx5176) --- ### Popular places to visit ![The ornate and beautiful town hall in Leuven, Belgium.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5176/666995bd-331a-4b8e-a163-ef9b33301844.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-Town-Hall-Leuven-City-Center.d6098932.Attraction) ![...it is always a nice walk around the streets of Begijnhof In Leuven, Belgium ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5176/5ff27cfa-0bb2-4571-b896-63b2ddef16d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Beguinage-Of-Leuven-Leuven.d553248621532509915.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Market-Square-Leuven.d6276038.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Market-Square-Leuven.d553248621563229089.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-Central-Library-Leuven.d553248621532986676.Attraction) #### Ladeuze Square 3/5(2 reviews) Find out about the history of Leuven when you spend time at Ladeuze Square. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ladeuze-Square-Leuven.d6098934.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Discover Leuven while playing! Escape game - The alchemist](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3975493/f42e7288-6ebd-4d83-83ae-43349e700892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover Leuven while playing! Escape game - The alchemist £17 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-leuven-while-playing-escape-game-the-alchemist.a3975493.activity-details) ![Historical Leuven: Private tour with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48737666/f1e856c6-484f-4347-af0a-c049c7d9e906.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Leuven: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide £258 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-leuven-private-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide.a48737666.activity-details) ![Leuven Family Walking Tour Historic Squares & Botanical Wonders](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48720699/b3cfc913-0b75-4cf2-9d66-2b8c1456e445.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leuven Private Family Walking Tour: Historic & Botanical Wonders £527 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leuven-private-family-walking-tour-historic-botanical-wonders.a48720699.activity-details) ![The best of Leuven walking tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3323682/7b7c83d9-2edd-4ab4-87b1-ff6d82acfa76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pearls of Leuven - Private Walking Tour £527 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pearls-of-leuven-private-walking-tour.a3323682.activity-details) ![Aqualibi Water Park Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46213934/1c68a5d6-3156-44c9-8204-132405f322f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aqualibi Water Park Entrance Ticket £30 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/aqualibi-water-park-entrance-ticket.a46213934.activity-details) ![woman relaxing with a cup of coffee at the airport lounge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/313338/3ffd71b0-127f-412a-bc32-06588d6da2e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Diamond Lounge at Brussels Airport (BRU) £34 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/diamond-lounge-at-brussels-airport-bru.a313338.activity-details) [See all activities in Leuven](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Leuven.d5176.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Leuven City Center ![The Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9200/9136/08bbf677_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Hotel 38 Boulevard de Waterloo Brussels £131 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,353 reviews) Great decor and setting. Rooms are well fitted out. Gym with panoramic view is great, as is rooftop restaurant Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=9136&PinnedHotelID=9136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952332832607469568) ![Warwick Grand-Place Brussels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16700/16683/b0b54ac8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Warwick Grand-Place Brussels Rue Duquesnoy 5-7 Brussels £120 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,627 reviews) Very centrally located. Room nice, bed comfortable - staff lovely. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=16683&PinnedHotelID=16683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952332832607469568) ![Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4516/c2f1c744_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie Avenue Louise 91-93 Brussels £105 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Very spacious room with private sauna! Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=4516&PinnedHotelID=4516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952332832607469568) ![Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76266200/76266103/5b03f1d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection AVENUE DU BOULEVARD 14 Brussels £121 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Brussels. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions La Grand Place and Brussels Christmas ... 9/10 Wonderful! (741 reviews) Clean room, modern Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=76266103&PinnedHotelID=76266103&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952332832607469568) ![Pullman Brussels Centre Midi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5980000/5974700/5974606/01973cec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pullman Brussels Centre Midi Place Victor Horta 1 Brussels £103 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=5974606&PinnedHotelID=5974606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952332832607469568) ![Aparthotel Adagio Brussels Grand Place](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2830000/2827400/2827302/9b6bf3f9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aparthotel Adagio Brussels Grand Place 20 Boulevard Anspach Brussels £102 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Brussels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews) The front desk clerks were nice to unfriendly. Poor communications about breakfasts, one French lady was not friendly when i explained i cannot hear. She would not communicate in writing so she was jerk. Three other hotel staff were friendly, cordial and helpful. Breakfast was good first 2 days then ... Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=2827302&PinnedHotelID=2827302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=952332832607469568) [See all 1,302 properties in Leuven City Center](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=952332832607469568) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-Hertogensite.dx553248635318227337) ![drone photo Arenberg castle Belgium europe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635318231990/ac87acba-e97f-4272-b4d1-5b3d35483b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sint-Maartensdal 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-Sint-Maartensdal.dx553248635318231990) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tweewaters Tweewaters might not have many top sights, but Grand Market Square and Leuven Town Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-Tweewaters.dx553248635318261769) ![#leuven #grotemarkt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5176/7a48dd8a-883e-467a-8454-28629e4e0634.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nieuw Kwartier While Nieuw Kwartier isn't home to many top sights, Grand Beguinage of Leuven and Old Market Square are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-Nieuw-Kwartier.dx553248635318237268) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vaartkom While Vaartkom isn't home to many top sights, Grand Market Square and Leuven Town Hall are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leuven-Vaartkom.dx553248635318264580) ![Historical architecture of Great Beguinage of Leuven, Belgium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635318250590/c61e7212-cc84-4096-a20b-b2aaf9784d6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Blauwput Blauwput is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Stella Artois and Kessel-Lo Provincial Park while you're in town. 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