STAM - Ghent City Museum

Local history museum · Ghent ·

STAM - Ghent City Museum

Local history museum · Ghent ·

Interactive museum tracing Ghent's history via multimedia, artifacts

Information

Godshuizenlaan 2, 9000 Gent, Belgium Get directions

@vogue

3,763 Postcards · 1,060 Cities

Ghent Is Challenging Antwerp as Belgium’s Capital of Cool | Vogue

"Insight into Ghent’s evolution comes together at this city museum, where exhibits trace the past and present through the lens of urban development and planning, helping visitors understand how the city took its current form and where it might be headed." - Lindsay Cohn

https://www.vogue.com/article/ghent-belgium-travel-guide

STAM - Ghent City Museum

@afar

25,132 Postcards · 3,702 Cities

"Modern Design meets Traditional Architecture The new and high-tech city museum of Ghent is well worth a visit. Interactive exhibits make the museum fun for all ages, but it's the contrast of modern and ancient that is truly unique. The STAM is located on the larger Bijloke site. Now a haven for culture, not far from Ghent’s historic centre, the Bijloke was once an abbey, convent and hospital. Highlights of the museum include: donning booties so you can stand on a giant map of Ghent, the restored vaulted ceilings of the medieval refectory and the exhibition on Ghent's most famous work of art, The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb. Kids will enjoy the giant Lego table with models of Ghent's famous bell-towers."

The Best of Ghent

STAM - Ghent City Museum

@ricksteves

706 Postcards · 220 Cities

Ghent Travel Guide Resources & Trip Planning Info by Rick Steves

"High-tech museum tracing the city's history through multimedia exhibits and historic artifacts." - RICKSTEVES

https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/belgium/ghent

STAM - Ghent City Museum

Stuart

Google

Nice museum which is well laid out and has some interesting exhibits. They also had a very nice cafe which was great to grab some lunch. I wasn't aware of the audio guide until I saw people with them near the end of the visit. I think the experience would have been much better with it from reading other reviews

Irma Z.

Google

LOVED this museum. The installations are absolutely stellar in immersing you in the history and development of Ghent over centuries. Not only are the installations spectacular, the wall text and the visual/video aids provide comprehensive, engaging, easy to follow details. On top of that the museum itself, was renovated in 2010 to combine three eras worth of architecture: a 14th-century abbey, a 17th-century convent, and a modern 21st-century add-on.

Alex M.

Google

It was fun learning about the History of Ghent. My friend and I try to go to the city museums whenever we’re in a new city. This museum did not disappoint. The Ghent city card grants access to this and many other sites around this medieval marvel of a city. I will suggest that you buy the city pass at your first attraction and only activate it when you have a few places in your itinerary. Try to take public transportation or walk if you can. Parking in these medieval cities can be challenging, especially on weekends. Plenty of families with children running around to keep you on your toes.

Mina T.

Google

An interesting museum where you can learn about the history of Ghent, roughly a 25 minute walk from the city centre. The rooms are set up nicely and contain artefacts and interactive displays. Merchandise can be bought at the entrance.

Ari

Google

Get the Gent city pass. You can see all of these museums and get free public transit (including water taxi!) Usually, city museums are my favorite. This one had some gems, but it wasn't as indepth as a nerd like me would have liked. Although the abbey it's housed in is awesome, and there are really cool artifacts. Kids seemed to enjoy it as well. There were activities sprinkled throughout for them.

Yaren B

Google

For my age range, tickets were only €2.50. It's definitely worth it to go and visit. There's a lot of beautiful art and paintings and a lot of information about the history of Ghent. There are some rooms where you can interact and make some things yourself. Could write your name on a wall and pick up some postcards. The picture of Ghent from above is also very pretty and definitely worth a visit when ur in Ghent!

James B.

Google

Map room was good. Thought the audio info in each room was good but would have appreciated a chair as they're quite long. Touch screen displays to get info about each object also good.

Hanna

Google

It's a delightful place to explore the history of Belgium and Ghent. The welcoming staff and convenient amenities like coat storage and lockers enhance the experience. The exhibit begins with a captivating satellite photo of Ghent, followed by well-organized rooms showcasing various historical periods. The cleanliness and thoughtful design add to its appeal. After your visit, grabbing a coffee or snack at the cafe is a nice touch, although it can get crowded due to its limited size. Parking may be a challenge on busy days, so plan accordingly.

@vogue

3,763 Postcards · 1,060 Cities

Ghent Is Challenging Antwerp as Belgium’s Capital of Cool | Vogue

https://www.vogue.com/article/ghent-belgium-travel-guide

STAM - Ghent City Museum

@afar

25,132 Postcards · 3,702 Cities

The Best of Ghent

STAM - Ghent City Museum

@ricksteves

706 Postcards · 220 Cities

Ghent Travel Guide Resources & Trip Planning Info by Rick Steves

"High-tech museum tracing the city's history through multimedia exhibits and historic artifacts." - RICKSTEVES

https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/belgium/ghent

STAM - Ghent City Museum

Stuart

Google

Irma Z.

Google

Alex M.

Google

Mina T.

Google

Ari

Google

Yaren B

Google

James B.

Google

Map room was good. Thought the audio info in each room was good but would have appreciated a chair as they're quite long. Touch screen displays to get info about each object also good.

Hanna

Google

STAM - Ghent City Museum

Information

Postcards

Media

Ghent Is Challenging Antwerp as Belgium’s Capital of Cool | Vogue

Ghent Travel Guide Resources & Trip Planning Info by Rick Steves

You might also like

Ghent Is Challenging Antwerp as Belgium’s Capital of Cool | Vogue

Ghent Travel Guide Resources & Trip Planning Info by Rick Steves