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COVID-19: Touristic attractions remain closed for the time being in Wallonia. Museums, however, can reopen from December 1, 2020.

We do our best to keep our information up to date but it's always best to check with the site you hope to visit before heading there - by phone, email, social media or simply by visiting their website - to see their latest opening hours and entry conditions.

Forget dusty, boring museums. There are many to discover in Wallonia, each with its own universe, its own atmosphere. Some are vibrant, others quirky or immersive. All are incredibly welcoming, aiming at making learning fun. Exploring them is a pure delight, whether you are coming on your own, with family or friends.

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  • Le Parc à gibier de La Roche: a wildlife park in Ardenne
    ©  C.T.
    La Roche-en-Ardenne

    Le Parc à gibier de La Roche: a wildlife park in Ardenne

    Le Parc à gibier de La Roche is a wonderful opportunity to discover the animals - cute or impressive - living in the Ardenne forest. The perfect family day out!
  • Western-City: the American West at the heart of the Ardenne
    © Western-City
    Chaudfontaine

    Western-City: the American West at the heart of the Ardenne

    Cowboys, Indians, Sheriff, saloon: get ready to explore the American West in Chaudfontaine.
  • The belfry of Thuin, listed by UNESCO
    The belfry of Thuin, listed by Unesco
    ©  WBT - David Samyn
    Thuin

    The belfry of Thuin, listed by UNESCO

    Listed by UNESCO for its remarkable VIIth century architecture, the belfry of Thuin, guarantees a stunning panorama of the region. Visitors get the opportun
  • Bois-du-Luc: a UNESCO mining site, witness of the Industrial Revolution
    ©  Bernard Vanroy
    Houdeng-Aimeries (La Louvière)

    Bois-du-Luc: a UNESCO mining site, witness of the Industrial Revolution

    The Bois-du-Luc mining site was one of the main witnesses of the industrial revolution in Wallonia. This extraordinary historical heritage, wonderfully well preserved, is protected by UNESCO.
  • Spirale: Natoye Centre for Arts and Crafts
    © La Spirale
    Natoye

    Spirale: Natoye Centre for Arts and Crafts

    This unique art centre presents all along the year, the work of 30 local artists and artisans working wood, metal clay, stone... as well as exhibitions on a wide variety of themes.
  • The Draisines in Molignée: rail bikes perfect for a fun day out
    ©  WBT
    Anhée

    The Draisines in Molignée: rail bikes perfect for a fun day out

    Have fun riding a rail bike, allowing you to travel at your own pace on former railway tracks. The trail goes through the picturesque Molignée valley, between Falaën and Maredsous.
  • The Ronquières inclined plane: a fascinating site
    Go across the Ronquières inclined plane on a boat
    © H.C.T - C.Carpentier
    Ronquières

    The Ronquières inclined plane: a fascinating site

    Located on the Charleroi-Bruxelles canal, the Ronquières inclined plane compensates a 70 m drop: a rather unique feature.
  • The Bois des Rêves estate in Ottignies
    ©  Brabant wallon
    Ottignies

    The Bois des Rêves estate in Ottignies

    This leisure park set in a stunning natural area in the province of Walloon Brabant promises a wonderful day out. Just 30 minutes from Brussels, the Bois des Rêves, at the very heart of a forest, offers a wide range of activities for the whole family.
  • The Outsider Ardennes: an adventure park in Hamoir
    ©  The Outsider Ardennes
    Hamoir

    The Outsider Ardennes: an adventure park in Hamoir

    The Outsider Ardennes invites you to join their various sites in the Ourthe Valley (Hamoir, Comblain-Fairon, Comblain-la-Tour et Comblain-au-Pont) and try one of the many activities on offer.
  • Chimay castle: an interactive and historical visit
    ©  WBT - Bruno D'Alimonte
    Chimay

    Chimay castle: an interactive and historical visit

    This superb castle, more than a 1,000 years old, is near the Scourmont abbey which makes the Trappist Chimay beer.
  • Villers Abbey, part of Wallonia's exceptional cultural heritage
    Venez découvrir l'Abbaye de Villers-la-Ville et ses ruines, dans le Brabant Wallon
    © FTBW
    Villers-la-Ville

    Villers Abbey, part of Wallonia's exceptional cultural heritage

    The Villers Abbey, built in 1146, now in ruins is a stunning witness of how the Cistercian Monks lived. The site is considered one of the most complete in Europe as it features remains of all the buildings used daily.
  • The Strépy-Thieu funicular lift, a river gem in Wallonia
    Discover the Strépy-Thieu funicular lift, dominating the Canal du centre
    ©  WBT - S. Wittenbol
    Thieu

    The Strépy-Thieu funicular lift, a river gem in Wallonia

    Located on the Canal du Centre, the Strépy-Thieu funicular lift is the largest boat lift and its 73.15 metres incline is the largest in the world. An absolute must see if you are travelling through the Hainaut region.
  • Museum of Photography | Charleroi
    Perspective view of the rooms - Charleroi's Photography Museum, Belgium
    © WBT - Denis Erroyaux
    Mont-sur-Marchienne

    Museum of Photography | Charleroi

    The Museum of Photography in Charleroi is the most important photography museum in Europe. It features permanent and temporary exhibitions.
  • Maredsous abbey: cheese and beer of character
    Come and visit the Maredsous abbey in Denée
    © Abbaye de Maredsous asbl
    Denée

    Maredsous abbey: cheese and beer of character

    The Maredsous Abbey, in the Molignée valley, is one of the most beautiful ones in Belgium. Make the most of your visit to admire the architecture of the monastery and taste the famous cheese and beer made on site.
  • Malagne, the Archéopark presenting our ancestors: the Gauls
    Come and live a Gallo-Roman experience in Malagne, at the Rochefort Archéoparc
    © WBT - DenisErroyaux
    Rochefort

    Malagne, the Archéopark presenting our ancestors: the Gauls

    Travel back to Gallo-Roman times! In this archeopark, between gardens and vegetable patches, you will have a chance to be a blacksmith, a potter, a baker... A wonderful immersive, historical experience.
  • Malmundarium, a must see historical visit in Malmedy
    Visit the Malmundarium, the historical and touristic heart of Malmedy
    © SI Malmedy
    Malmedy

    Malmundarium, a must see historical visit in Malmedy

    The Malmundarium, a former Benedictine monastery, is a space dedicated to memory, art, history and culture in the Cantons de l'Est region.
  • Maison Léon Losseau: an Art Nouveau gem in Mons
    Maison Léon Losseau, Treasure of art nouveau in Mons
    © Fondation Losseau - photo WBT - J.P. Remy
    Mons

    Maison Léon Losseau: an Art Nouveau gem in Mons

    Passing through Mons? Be sure to visit the Maison Losseau, a jewel of Art Nouveau architecture located in the heart of the Doudou's city.
  • RIVEO: the River Interpretative Centre in Hotton
    ©  WBT
    Hotton

    RIVEO: the River Interpretative Centre in Hotton

    Located in the province of Luxembourg, between Durbuy and La Roche, the RIVEO Interpretative Centre features unexpected finds, all themed around rivers and their biodiversity.
  • BPS22, one of the largest art museums in Wallonia
    © WBT - Denis Erroyaux
    Charleroi

    BPS22, one of the largest art museums in Wallonia

    The BPS22, one of the largest art museums in Wallonia, stands out with its stunning architecture: an industrial glass and iron casing, built in 1911. Its fascinating program of exhibitions and activities make it an iconic stop for all culture lovers in Charleroi.
  • Natura Parc, a tree top adventure by the Eau d'Heure lakes
    Explore the tree top trails in Natura Park, at the Eau d'Heure lakes
    © WBT - David Samyn
    Boussu-lez-Walcourt 

    Natura Parc, a tree top adventure by the Eau d'Heure lakes

    Come and have fun at Natura Park, a tree top adventure set in a forest near the Eau d'Heure lakes. Fully set in nature, it will delight the whole family with its many activities.
  • L'Espace Chimay: discover how Trappist beer is made
    ©  Espace Chimay
    Bourlers

    L'Espace Chimay: discover how Trappist beer is made

    L'Espace Chimay, dedicated to Chimay cheese and beer, presents the Chimay Experience, an interactive visit of the brewery. To be consumed with no moderation!
  • ReGare, interpretation centre for the local and regional heritage of Fosses-la-Vil
    © Pauline Linard
    Fosses-La-Ville

    ReGare, interpretation centre for the local and regional heritage of Fosses-la-Vil

    ReGare, the interpretation centre dedicated to local and regional heritage, unveils all about the folk festivals of Fosses-la-Ville!
  • RIVEO's minigolf, set in splendid gardens
    ©  K.Spruit
    Hotton

    RIVEO's minigolf, set in splendid gardens

    Try minigolf with a twist at RIVEO. This 18 hole course, set in a peaceful setting, takes visitors through 5 different gardens.
  • The Spin cablepark: a waterski lift at the Eau d'Heure lakes
    Give The Spin Cablepark, a waterski lift at the Eau d’Heure lakes, a try
    © Pascal Pierson
    Boussu-lez-Walcourt

    The Spin cablepark: a waterski lift at the Eau d'Heure lakes

    The Spin Cablepark is a waterski lift on a lake instead of a mountain: perfect to enjoy nautical sports and wakeboarding! Go on - dive in...
  • Préhistomuseum de Ramioul | A journey to Cro-Magnon man's time
    ©  Préhistomuseum
    Flémalle

    Préhistomuseum de Ramioul | A journey to Cro-Magnon man's time

    Imagination is the wonder of children. In Wallonia, they can embody different personas on their travel adventures and transport the adults with them... At Prehistomuseum Adventure Park in Ramioul, you can channel your inner Flintstone as you try your hand at spar throwing or get comfortable in a cave. It's a place to m
  • Musée Royal de Mariemont | Morlanwelz
    Discover the Musée Royal de Mariemont in Morlanwelz
    © Musée royal de Mariemont
    Morlanwez

    Musée Royal de Mariemont | Morlanwelz

    Opened since 1975, set in a splendid park, the Musée royal de Mariemont features collections gathered by its founder Raoul Waroqué.
  • The Spa-Francorchamps racetrack museum (Stavelot abbey)
    Abbey - Stavelot - Space - Tourism - Culture - Secret Wallonia
    ©  Abbaye de Stavelot
    Stavelot

    The Spa-Francorchamps racetrack museum (Stavelot abbey)

    The museum, located in the Stavelot Abbey’s magnificent vaulted cellars, presents the prestigious history the Spa-Francorchamps racetrack, one of the most beautiful circuit in the world.
  • Abbey de Stavelot: the Guillaume Apollinaire museum
    ©  Abbaye de Stavelot
    Stavelot

    Abbey de Stavelot: the Guillaume Apollinaire museum

    The Guillaume Apollinaire museum retraces the stay of the poet in the region.
  • Step underground at the Cave of Comblain (near Liège)
    The Grotte de Comblain in Comblain-au-Pont
    ©  Bernard Jacqmin
    Comblain-au-Pont

    Step underground at the Cave of Comblain (near Liège)

    The Grotte de Comblain, listed as an underground cavity of scientific interest, can be found in the Liège province, on the hills of the Comblain-au-Pont vil
  • The Grand Hornu site: cultural heritage, exhibitions, design and innovation
    Come visit the historical site of Grand Hornu, A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2012
    © SPW - Patrimoine - photo Guy Focant
    Hornu

    The Grand Hornu site: cultural heritage, exhibitions, design and innovation

    Take a former coal mine, get it listed by UNESCO as World Heritage and you get the CID of the Grand Hornu: an innovation and design centre, featuring temporary exhibitions on design, applied art and contemporary art.
  • Ruins of La Roche-en-Ardenne castle
    Come and visit the feudal castle of La Roche-en-Ardenne
    © WBT - Denis Erroyaux
    La Roche-en-Ardenne

    Ruins of La Roche-en-Ardenne castle

    Overlooking the city and the Ourthe river, at the very heart of nature, this IXth century castle makes La Roche the gem of the Ardenne and the Luxembourg province. A wonderful journey to medieval times awaits...
  • Walibi Belgium theme park: a fun day with friends and family
    Discover Walibi Belgium, a theme park in the cities of Wavre, Limal and Bierges
    © Belpark SA
    Wavre

    Walibi Belgium theme park: a fun day with friends and family

    One of the most famous theme parks in Belgium! Their mascot, a kangaroo, welcomes families at the entrance to guide them through the many attractions. A new area, Exotic world, has opened this year.
  • Blegny-Mine: an iconic mining site near Liège
    Discover Blegny-Mine: a major European mining site, listed by UNESCO
    © SPW SGO4 - G. Focant
    Blegny

    Blegny-Mine: an iconic mining site near Liège

    Located east of Liège, this site is one of the four authentic coal mines left in Europe, all listed by UNESCO. Put your jacket and helmet on: the guided tour will take you through galleries 30 to 60 m underground!
  • The Claire-Fontaine leisure centre in Godarville
    © WBT - Denis Erroyaux
    Chapelle-lez-Herlaimont

    The Claire-Fontaine leisure centre in Godarville

    The Domaine de la Claire-Fontaine in Godarville has activities for the whole family. Swimming, adventures, sport, fishing but also relaxing ones...
  • Stavelot Abbey: the perfect alliance of culture and adventure
    ©  WBT - J.P. Remy
    Stavelot

    Stavelot Abbey: the perfect alliance of culture and adventure

    Stavelot Abbey, a Benedictine abbey funded in 651, is a fascinating historical site with quite a modern touch: an abseiling experience from the top of the abbey tower.
  • Espace Arthur Masson | The Ardenne and school of yesteryear
    Discover school as it was in the 1930s at the Espace Arthur Masson
    © FT Province de Namur
    Treignes

    Espace Arthur Masson | The Ardenne and school of yesteryear

    The Espace Arthur Masson, dedicated to the Belgian writer Arthur Masson, proposes an original visit in the heart of the superb Viroin valley in Belgium
  • Folon Foundation: a museum and exhibitions at the Château de La Hulpe
    Musee Folon is situated in Solvay park in the Hulpe district
    © WBT - J.P. Remy
    La Hulpe

    Folon Foundation: a museum and exhibitions at the Château de La Hulpe

    Belgian artist Folon presents over 500 art works in the the Castle of La Hulpe's farm, just 20 minutes from Brussels,
  • Parc Chlorophylle: a recreative forest park in Manhay
    © WBT - Olivier Legardien
    Dochamps

    Parc Chlorophylle: a recreative forest park in Manhay

    Parc Chlorophylle, a fun park nestled in the forest stretching from Manhay to Dochamps, invites visitors to enjoy a fun day outdoors, a little off the beaten path. A fantastic place to learn more about nature while having fun in Wallonia.
  • The Bois du Cazier and its heaps: a remarkable memorial site
    ©  WBT - J.P. Remy
    Marcinelle

    The Bois du Cazier and its heaps: a remarkable memorial site

    Listed by UNESCO as one of the major mining sites in Wallonia, the Bois du Cazier is a particularly touching memorial. Located South of Charleroi, this preserved industrial heritage site stretches along 26 hectares. A remarkable orientation trail has been designed to present its 3 heaps and architectural features.
  • Source O Rama: the journey a little drop of water in the big world
    ©  SourceOrama - Didier Gémis
    Chaudfontaine

    Source O Rama: the journey a little drop of water in the big world

    Visitors can discover the many secrets of fresh water at Source O Rama, in the heart of the Parc des Sources de Chaudfontaine. This fun, family-friendly visit can be combined with a stroll through the nearby Modern Art Museum, the ArtHouse.
  • The History Museum of the Principality of Stavelot-Malmedy and the Espace Wibald
    Abbey - Stavelot - Space - Tourism - Culture - Secret Wallonia
    ©  Abbaye de Stavelot
    Stavelot

    The History Museum of the Principality of Stavelot-Malmedy and the Espace Wibald

    The Museum of the Principality of Stavelot-Malmedy offers a modern, clever, fascinating itinerary through the galleries presenting the story of the region.
  • Hélécine estate | Walloon Brabant region
    ©  Brabant wallon
    Hélécine

    Hélécine estate | Walloon Brabant region

    Halfway between Brussels and Liège, this estate is home to an 18th century Neoclassical castle and a stunning park.
  • ArtHouse: admire masterpieces by great artists of the 20th century in Chaudfontaine
    ©  SourceOrama - Didier Gémis
    Chaudfontaine

    ArtHouse: admire masterpieces by great artists of the 20th century in Chaudfontaine

    This incredible museum features in its permanent collections work by the greatest artists of the last century: Magritte, Picasso, Matisse, Warhol, Folon are only a few of the master painters to admire there. This cultural space is family friendly and a wonderful place to introduce younger generations to modern art. Mak
  • Electric boat rentals for cruises on the Canal du Centre
    ©  Utopix - Vhello
    Strépy-Bracquegnies

    Electric boat rentals for cruises on the Canal du Centre

    The Boatlifts of the Canal du Centre Historique, listed by UNESCO, are iconic sights in the Region. From the Cantine des Italiens, you can rent electric boats (no permit required!) and indulge in a journey through time.
  • Musée du Malgré-Tout & Prehistoric park in Treignes
    ©  OTV
    Treignes

    Musée du Malgré-Tout & Prehistoric park in Treignes

    Travel through time thanks to archaeological artefacts found in the region, from Neanderthal to Gallo Roman times... The Musée du Malgré Tout, in Treignes, is sure to wow you.
  • The Château de Moha
    © Château féodal de Moha
    Moha

    The Château de Moha

    This stunning castle was set on a rocky spur at the edge of the village.
  • TAMAT: the contemporary centre for textile arts
    © TAMAT
    Tournai

    TAMAT: the contemporary centre for textile arts

    The historic town of Tournai is home to TAMAT, the Centre for Tapestry, Wall Arts and Textile Arts of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation.
  • Musée de la rubanerie in Comines
    ©  MRc - O. Clynckemaillie
    Comines

    Musée de la rubanerie in Comines

    The Museum of Ribbon, in the town of Comines (Belgium), traces the history of the ribbon industry since the 13th century.

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