Kessel-Lo Travel Guide
Leuven


Popular places to visit

Leuven Town Hall
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.

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.
Kessel-Lo Provincial Park
You can take time to visit Kessel-Lo Provincial Park during your travels to Leuven. Amble around the area's forests or visit its churches.
Vlierbeek Abbey
You can find out about the history of Leuven when you stop by Vlierbeek Abbey. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Diestseveld Park Cemetery
Step back in time and learn more about local history with a stop at Diestseveld Park Cemetery in Leuven. Amble around the area's forests or visit its churches.
Park Belle Vue
After visiting Park Belle Vue, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Leuven. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.
Things to do

Leuven: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone

Discover Leuven while playing! Escape game - The alchemist

Children's escape game in the city of Leuven Marsupilami

Leuven’s Historic Streets: A Walking Experience

Historical Leuven: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Timeless Leuven: Town Hall, Gothic Landmarks & Medieval Heritage
Top hotels in Kessel-Lo

The Hotel
Every thing was as expected from a 5 star hotel. Only above and beyond!!!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Citybox Brussels Centre Louise
Good location but almost till 2:30 am in the morning many youngsters were shouting , talking loudly , making lot of noise on the street just below the room window so could not get good sleep and wish someone could have told them to lower the noise and windows should been sound proof
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection
The room and bathroom were dirty, and the hotel has a security issue. There was only one attendant on the ground floor, and people from the street could access any hotel guest’s floor because the elevators didn’t require hotel room keys. I felt uncomfortable and unsafe.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Thon Hotel Bristol Stephanie
Comfortable stay. Great breakfast
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Hilton Brussels Grand Place
Appreciated large bathrooms and towels. Housekeeping staff was wonderful, friendly, considerate and efficient. Loved the fresh flowers.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Warwick Grand-Place Brussels
We had a great time at Warwick Brussels! The hotel is literally around the corner from Grand Place. The location can't be beat! We chose a Junior Suite with a Privileged View, and it was worth it. The room was spacious, and we had windows overlooking three streets. The bathroom had a shower and a ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kessel-Lo

Blauwput
Blauwput is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Kessel-Lo Provincial Park and Leuven Central Library while you're in town.

Kesseldal
Kesseldal might not have many top sights, but Kessel-Lo Provincial Park and Vlierbeek Abbey are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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.

Wilsele Dorp
Though Wilsele Dorp may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Stella Artois and Kessel-Lo Provincial Park.

Vaartkom
While Vaartkom isn't home to many top sights, Grand Market Square and Leuven Town Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
