What to do in Ostend

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Ostend

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What to do in Ostend

Discover the most popular places to visit in Ostend

Ostend Beach

Ostend Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ostend Beach during your travels in Ostend? Make time to visit the shops and monuments while you're in the area.

Ostend Beach
Maria Hendrika Park

Maria Hendrika Park

Explore the great outdoors at Maria Hendrika Park, a lovely green space in Ostend. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Maria Hendrika Park

North Sea Aquarium

Make time to visit the sea animals who live in North Sea Aquarium during your travels in Ostend. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

North Sea Aquarium

Casino Kursaal

Why not try your luck with a visit to Casino Kursaal during your travels in Ostend? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Casino Kursaal

Mariakerke Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mariakerke Beach during your trip to Ostend? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Mariakerke Beach

Atlantic Wall Open Air Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Atlantic Wall Open Air Museum in Raversijde. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Atlantic Wall Open Air Museum

Wellington Racetrack

You can take time to visit Wellington Racetrack during your travels to Ostend. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Wellington Racetrack

Mercator Floating Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Mercator Floating Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Ostend. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Mercator Floating Museum

Fort Napoleon

Find out about the history of Ostend when you spend time at Fort Napoleon. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Fort Napoleon

Explore areas of Ostend

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Ostend City Centre

Travellers come to Ostend City Centre for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Ostend Beach and Casino Kursaal while you're in town.

Ostend City Centre
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Vogelzang

While there might not be top attractions in Vogelzang, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wellington Racetrack and Mercator Floating Museum.

Vogelzang
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Westerkwartier

Westerkwartier might not have many top sights, but Wellington Racetrack and Mariakerke Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Westerkwartier
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Vuurtorenwijk

While Vuurtorenwijk may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fort Napoleon and Turkeyenhof.

Vuurtorenwijk
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Nieuwe Koerswijk

While Nieuwe Koerswijk isn't home to many top sights, Mariakerke Beach and Wellington Racetrack are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nieuwe Koerswijk
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Konterdam

While Konterdam isn't home to many top sights, Maria Hendrika Park and Mercator Floating Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Konterdam

 

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Day trip destinations from Ostend

De Haan

De Haan

Westende featuring heritage architecture

Middelkerke

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ostend worth visiting?
Providing a blend of coastal beaches and history, there are many things to do in Ostend. While you're here, visit Middelkerke Beach, a leading attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Ostend?
After you've visited popular attractions like Middelkerke Beach and North Sea Aquarium, spend the rest of your day discovering Ostend's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ostend?
You can't leave without exploring Middelkerke Beach, rated the top tourist attraction in Ostend.
Is three days enough to stay in Ostend?
Three days will give you plenty of time to tick off many city sights, such as North Sea Aquarium, Mariakerke Beach and Klein Strand. The average stay in Ostend is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your adventure, Bruges isn't far away.
Is Ostend a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Ostend, like North Sea Aquarium and Mariakerke Beach, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.32 kilometres from the city centre of Ostend is Ostend City Centre and Bredene is 5 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Ostend with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all ages, have a look at these great ideas for what to do in Ostend with kids.

What to do in Ostend for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor explorer, there are plenty of things to do in Ostend for adults including The Potiniere and Villa Aqua.
Are there free things to do in Ostend?
In Ostend, Mariakerke Beach is an unmissable spot for anyone looking to tour the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, wander around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a simple way to find out about the best free things to do in Ostend.