11 Exciting Theme Parks in Belgium for the Whole Family

Belgium offers a lot of tourist attractions but what about awesome places perfect for the whole family — especially with kids! Awesome theme parks in Belgium are the perfect choice!

If you’re looking for a fun day out with the family, you’ll want to check out one of these exciting theme parks in Belgium.

🏅 Author’s Top Pick: Plopsaland

There are plenty to choose from, each with its own unique attractions. I have visited Plopsaland with my family several times and we can’t get enough of it! We surely loved and enjoy every time we go there.

So, whether you’re after a thrilling roller coaster ride or a relaxing day by the pool, we’ve got you covered.

Here is a round-up of the 11 best Belgian theme and water parks!

Theme parks in Belgium that are worth the visit

When searching for amusement parks in Belgium, you may find yourself looking at many choices. For such a small country, you’ll be surprised by the offer.

It’s not easy to pick the one that’s best suited for everyone’s preference and they’re not well-known names either. There’s no Legoland Belgium nor is there a Disney-themed park.

However, we do have many, many fun parks in Belgium! We summed up our favourite theme parks Belgium has to offer for you, your family and your friends.

Ready to dive in?

#1 Plopsaland (De Panne)

The Park

Visiting Plopsaland (#AffiliateLink) is like taking a deep dive into the childhood of every Belgian under 40, making it the best theme park in Belgium for kids.

Plopsaland is the biggest of Studio 100’s six theme parks in Belgium. Can’t get enough of the brand? Check out the four other parks in The Netherlands, Germany, and Poland.  

Most Belgian children are familiar with the characters surrounding the Plopsaland theme park Belgium.

They grew up watching children’s television series Kabouter Plop, the superhero drama Mega Mindy, and more like ROX, Vic the Viking, and Maya the Bee. 

The rides

Besides the amusing childhood characters, Plopsaland is genuinely a must-visit theme park for families with young children thanks to its selection of rides and the indoor attractions of Mayaland.

From bumper cars and fire brigades to dancing fountains, both young and old will have lots of fun!

If you’re coming with your partner or friends, you can go on exhilarating and dizzying rides.

Take a swing at the 67 meters high Nachtwacht-flyer.

One thing you should never miss out on in this theme park is the 90 km/h roller coaster ride of Anubis The Ride!

And if you can’t get enough, check out the new Tomorrowland ride, which is the first roller coaster in Europe with rotating carts!

With so many rides to choose from, a day is not enough to fully experience Plopsaland.

How to get there?

🚘 Car: find Plopsaland De Panne in De Panne, a beach town at the border with France.

🚊 Train: Take any train to De Panne (direct connections from Ghent and Antwerp). The park is only a 5-minute walk away from the De Panne Train Station, making it a favourite go-to destination for people taking public transport.

Where to stay at Plopsaland De Panne

Book a night at one of the De Panne Hotels to make it easier for you to visit Plopsaland and or Plopsaqua or go all-in with a stay at the brand-new Plopsa Hotel!

🎟 Ticket Info

• Regular tickets: €48,50 Buy your ticket here!
• Kids under 85 cm: free
• Kids 85-99cm: €17.99. Buy your ticket here!
• Disabled guests: €43,50 (at the gate only)
• Seniors (70+): €17.99. Buy your ticket here!
• Afternoon ticket: €38,50 if you arrive 3 hours before the park closes (at the gate only)
• Wednesday ticket: €29.10. Buy your ticket here
• Express Pass: €35; instant access in 9 rides of your choice! Buy your Express Pass here!
• Plopsa Funcard: 1 year access to all Plopsa Parks for €150 (discount code: PLOPSADEALS). Buy your membership here!

#2 Bellewaerde (Ieper) 

The Park

Another theme park that takes you on a history ride in Belgium is Bellewaerde.

The park offers not just one but two attractions: an amusement park, and an animal park. You can make your day exciting and educational for the whole family.

The theme park Belgium attraction opened in July 1954 and up until now, it boasts tons of rides and highlights for kids and adults!

The Rides

Ride the 40.1 km/h Dawson Duel roller coaster or get up close with the tigers and monkeys, and watch a bird show on the Bengal Express.

If you’re visiting in the summer, don’t miss out on the Stunt & Dive show or bring your kids to the 4D cinema and other animal shows.

Where to stay

You can stay at B&B Laurus which is only a 6-minute drive to the most important things to do in Ypres: the Menin Gate and the In Flanders Fields Museum. It’s also just 200 metres away from the Bellewaerde theme park Belgium.

What we love the most about this B&B is the bread and tea options and gluten-free dishes (upon request). You can also explore the countryside around Ypres with their bicycle rentals. 

🎟 Ticket Info

• Regular tickets: €50 for a non-dated ticket and €40.50 for a dated ticket. Buy your tickets here!
• Kids under 100cm: free
• Kids 100-140cm: €45 for a non-dated ticket and €40.50 for a dated ticket. Buy your ticket here!
• Disabled guests: €35 Buy your ticket here!
• Seniors (55+): €29 Buy your ticket here!
• Night time: €30 if you arrive 3 hours before the park closes (at the gate only)
• Combi ticket: €48 (entry to Bellewaerde park + Bellewaerde Aquapark). Buy your ticket here!
• Combi ticket kids: €43 (entry to Bellewaerde park + Bellewaerde Aquapark). Buy your ticket here!
• Car park: €13. Buy your car park ticket here.
• Rain insurance: €3 (if there’s 1 hour of hard rain during your visit, you get a free ticket for another day). Buy your insurance here.
• Adventure Pass Bellewaerde Park: 1 year access to Bellewaerde park for €99. Buy your membership here!
• Adventure Pass – combi: 1 year access to Bellewaerde park AND Bellewaerde Aquapark for €129. Buy your membership here!

#3 Bobbejaanland (Lichtaart) 

The Park

Bobbejaanland is a family favourite among Flemish and Dutch visitors.

Bobbejaanland does not miss out on fascinating shows that the whole family can enjoy!

The Rides

The theme park boasts high rides that thrill-seekers would love, starting from the loops and free fall of the 97° Typhoon, the frisbee ride Sledgehammer and the Okidoki, the longest junior roller coaster worldwide.

Kids can also enjoy both water splashes from the Wild Water Slide, a boat ride from the Indiana River, and the speeds of Dreamcatcher. 

🎫 Get an express pass to enjoy more time at the rides.

• The Express Pass Small is not bound to a name. So 1 person can get instant access to 5 rides or 5 people can get access to 1 ride.
• The Express Pass Medium gives one fast access to each of the 11 participating rides. You can divide them among different people, but you can go to each attraction only once.
• The Express Pass Large gives unlimited access to all 11 participating rides. You can’t share this pass with others.

How to get here

There’s a shuttle bus that brings you from Herentails Railway Station to the entrance of the park and back.

Where to stay at Bobbejaanland

Cut your travel time short when you stay in style at Corsendonk Hooge Heyde. It’s just a 15-minute walk to Bobbejaanland. The hotel also offers Continental and buffet breakfast options and features modern furniture in every room.

🎟 Ticket Info

• Regular tickets: €48,90/€49,90 (online/at the gate) but €42.90 if you buy through Tiqets.com. Buy your discounted tickets here!
• Kids under 100cm: free
• Kids 100-140cm: €44,90/€46,90 (online/at the gate). Buy your ticket here!
• Car park: €13
• Shuttle bus adult: €7
• Shuttle bus 6-11yrs: €5
• Express Pass: €14,90 (4 Rides), €19,90 (Silver), €24,90 (Gold) and €44,90 (Diamond)
• Membership passes (Basic/Plus/Premium): 1 year access to Bobbejaanland from €65. Buy your membership here!

#4 Walibi Belgium (Wavre) 

The Park

Walibi Belgium – formerly known as Six Flags Belgium – is one of the largest theme parks in Belgium today.

However, there are plenty of adrenaline-rushing rides, which makes it perfect for the entire family.

Holidays and weekends are obviously the busiest days, so if you can visit on a weekday, we suggest you do!

The queues for some of the most popular rides can get up to 90 minutes. There are Speedy One tickets available if you want fast-lane access.

The Rides

Walibi Belgium boasts more than 40 rides and features a combination of less thrilling Walibi Belgium rides for kids and exhilarating ones for adrenaline seekers, like Pulsar. At 100km/h, it takes you to a 45-meter high dive.

If you love Pulsar, you will surely enjoy the loops of Cobra and Vampire. Walibi theme park Belgium also offers an underground ride and a 4D cinema where you can hang out and watch a good movie or show! 

Oh, and did we mention the Kondaa yet? A brand new rollercoaster – the fastest, highest and scariest megacoaster in the Benelux!

How to get there

Walibi Belgium is located about 1 hour south of Brussels.

🚊 If you prefer to come by public transport, take a train to Ottignies (on the Brussels – Liège line) and transfer to the slow train to Leuven/Louvain.

Get off at Bierges-Walibi. From there, it’s only a 15-minute walk to the park.

Where to stay

Novotel Wavre Brussels East is the nearest and top suggested accommodation for a visit to the theme park!

It is only 300 metres away from Walibi and features a play area for kids to enjoy, while adults can sit back and relax with a cocktail and barbeques. You can park your rented car in the free parking area before heading to Walibi.

🎟 Ticket Info

• Regular tickets: €54. Buy your ticket here!
• Kids under 100cm: free
• Kids 100-140cm: €44. Buy your ticket here!
• Disabled guests: €44. Buy your ticket here! – need an EDC certificate
• Senior: €44. Buy your ticket here!
• Pregnant woman: €28 (at the park only) – need a medical certificate
• Car park: €8 instead of €10 if you buy it in the shop before 15:00
• Speedy One: €8 for 1 speedy lane access. Buy one or more Speedy Ones here! (limited amount/day)
• Family & Friends tickets: €44/ticket – purchase between 4-19 tickets at once. Buy them here!
• Standard Membership passes (Walibi/Aqualibi/ Red&Blue/Silver/Gold/Platinum): 1 year access to Walibi and/or Aqualibi from €87,50. Buy your membership here!
• Premium Membership passes (Gold/Ruby/Diamond): 1 year access to Walibi and/or Aqualibi from €364,50.

Those were the 4 main and most popular theme parks in Belgium. You’re sure to have a full day of fun going on rides and exploring the parks if you pick one of these.

The parks listed below are smaller and don’t feature such big rides. They are still a great choice to spend a couple of hours up to a half day, especially if you have younger kids.

#5 Mini Europe (Brussels) 

If you’re planning to stick to the capital, you might find Mini Europe a convenient detour for the whole family. It’s the only sight that can be labelled somewhat of a theme park in Brussels.

Mini Europe is one of the most unique amusement parks in Brussels as well as in Belgium.

It has more than 350 monuments featuring 80 cities, all in miniature size.

You can include the park on your Brussels itinerary along with nearby spots such as the Atomium that’s conveniently located next door.

Sadly, pets are not allowed in the park, but the great thing is it’s 100% wheelchair accessible. Each ticket also comes with a Guidebook in multiple languages to make sure your experience at the park is educational and relaxing at the same time. 

Where to stay

If you want to enjoy city life but stay not too far away from Mini-Europe, we recommend the traditional Belgian townhouse of B&B Marianne. It’s surrounded by bars, restaurants, and supermarkets to get what you need quickly. 

🎟 Ticket Info

• Regular tickets: €21,70. Buy your ticket here!
• Kids under 115cm: free
• Kids <11yo: €15,30. Buy your ticket here!
• Combi ticket Mini Europe + Atomium: €35 (discount price only available at the cash desk of Mini Europe or Atomium) or €36,40 online (Buy your combi ticket here!)
• Combi ticket Mini Europe + Autoworld: €27,40 (save 10% by booking your combi ticket here!)

#6 Plopsa Coo (Coo) 

Plopsa Coo is part of the Studio 100 parks and is filled with television characters and attractions for everyone!

The park opened in 1976 as TéléCoo, a theme park in the vicinity of the popular Waterfalls of Coo. In 2005, it became part of the Plopsa group.

It’s a great amusement park for kids and you can easily spend a half up until a full day. Also, don’t forget to check out the waterfalls of Coo themselves, they’re the biggest waterfalls in Belgium!

The Rides

Kids can have the fun of their lives with quick splashes at the Maja Splash. Apart from wet hair, they can feast their eyes on Maya the Bee figures and other characters in eye-catching colours.

They can also get on the high swing of Butterfly Flight and Mega Mindy Flyer or go Karting with other families.

Vicky the Ride is where teens and adults can get their hearts pumping.

Where to stay

After having the best times at Plopsa Coo, you can rest well at Chalet Grand Coo. It’s just 400 metres away from Plopsa Coo.

Kids can enjoy their stay at the children’s playground, or the family could go for a walk at Water Falls of Coo, just 300 metres away. 

🎟 Ticket Info

• Regular tickets: €28,50 but Plopsa currently runs a promo deal where you can offer a price yourself (up to 35% discount!). Buy discounted tickets here!
• Kids under 85 cm: free
• Kids 85-99cm: €13,50. Buy your ticket here!
• Disabled guests: €23,50 (at the gate only)
• Seniors (70+): €13,50. Buy your ticket here!
• Car park: €12,50
• Plopsa Funcard: 1 year access to all Plopsa Parks for €84,99 (discount code: PLOPSADEALS). Buy your membership here!

#7 Plopsa Indoor (Hasselt) 

One of the cons of playing around in a theme park is the rain. Your plans all go to waste when rain suddenly comes pouring in.

If you want to take your kids on a trip without worrying about a drizzle, having fun at Plopsa Indoor is one of the best things to do in Hasselt.

🎠 The rides

The Belgian theme park is spotless, and you’ll be amazed at the number of attractions you can find in this indoor theme park.

Plopsa Indoor is a small world for kids to enjoy.

It does not have rides that may fill the need for speed for adrenaline junkies, but it has several fun attractions to put a smile on the face of younger children. 

Families can take a calm water ride in The Ducks and The Little Boats.

There are rides fast enough to excite the kids, such as the Bumper Cars, Flying Bikes, K3-Whirligig, and more! It’s one of the best amusement parks for small kids in Belgium today.

Our all-time favourite is the Theatre where kids can see their favourite characters dancing and singing live. The Bumba show is available in French and Dutch.

🏨 Where to stay

If you’re planning a weekend trip to Plopsaland Indoor Hasselt, book a night at B&B Sasput. This charming Bed & Breakfast offers family rooms and is the perfect base for a weekend in the capital of fashion.

Combine your trip to Plopsa Indoor with a visit to Bokrijk, an amazing open-air museum.

Ticket Info

• Regular tickets: from €24. Buy tickets here!
• Kids under 85 cm: free
• Kids 85-99cm: €15. Buy your ticket here!
• Disabled guests: €24 (at the gate only)
• Seniors (70+): €15. Buy your ticket here!
• Afternoon ticket: enter 3 hours before closing time and pay only €20,50 (at the gate only)
• Car park: €12,50
• Plopsa Funcard: 1 year access to all Plopsa Parks for €150 (discount code: PLOPSADEALS). Buy your membership here!

#8 Plopsa Station (Antwerp) (Permanently Closed)

The latest addition to Studio 100’s theme parks is the indoor Plopsa Park located in Antwerp.

Expect modern rides, attractions, and amenities in the 2023 theme park. 

🎠 The rides

The attractions mainly cater to families but don’t let the designs and Studio 100 characters fool you. Among the 13 attractions, adrenaline-seekers and adults can find their cup of tea.

Experience the sudden drop from Wickie’s Falling Tower or try not to get seasick by Storm At Sea‘s adventurous twister swings!

Families who love to enjoy some active time together can play with their kids at the interactive shooting adventure of Lucky Luke Express.

Then, after hours of trying everything on the attractions list, sit down and take a tour of the Smurf’s world in Smurfs’ Adventure. 

🏨 Where to stay

Stay less than 10 minutes away from Plopsa Station Antwerp when booking a hotel stay at the Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station. Lots of light, plenty of space and just minutes from Antwerp Central Station.

Besides Plopsa, the hotel is also surrounded by the highlights of Antwerp such as the MAS Museum, Royal Museum of Fine Arts, and more!

🎟 Ticket Info

• Regular tickets: €25,50 but Plopsa currently runs a promo deal where you can offer a price yourself (up to 35% discount!). Buy discounted tickets here!
• Kids under 85 cm: free
• Kids 85-99cm: €13,50. Buy your ticket here!
• Disabled guests: €20,50 (at the gate only)
• Seniors (70+): €13,50. Buy your ticket here!
• Afternoon ticket: enter 3 hours before closing time and pay only €20,50 (at the gate only)
• Car park: €12,50
• Plopsa Funcard: 1 year access to all Plopsa Parks for €84,99 (discount code: PLOPSADEALS). Buy your membership here!

The Best Water Parks in Belgium

When you’re heading to Belgium during summer, a pool or beach experience is a must for children and adults.

Water Parks in Belgium are not your ordinary resorts. They offer many amenities and attractions to try and dip to feel relaxed.

#9 Plopsaqua (De Panne) 

The Park

After those days of exhilarating rides at Plopsaland, you can complete your Studio 100 park tour in a splash at Plopsaqua! The aqua park has 16 enchanting attractions for kids and adults! 

If you just want to go for a swim, you can choose among the regular Outdoor Pool, the Disco Bath with attractive lights, or take toddlers for a quick dip in the Ylvi’s Toddlerpool.

Another relaxing place to be in the aqua park is Vic’s Beach, a perfect place to sunbathe. After the calm attraction is the variety of slides and other magical water amusements.

We enjoyed shooting water out of cannons in Halvar’s Drakkar and experiencing Storm Bath’s indoor waves. Parents can also take a break at the warm Viking hut or Plopsaqua’s Sauna. 

🎟 Ticket Info

• Regular Tickets: € 32 Buy your ticket here
• Kids under 85cm: Free
• Kids around 85cm to 99cm: € 13.50 Buy your ticket here
• Disabled guests: € 24 Buy your ticket here
• Seniors: € 13.50 Buy your ticket here

#10 Aqualibi (Wavre) 

tHE pARK

Walibi Belgium has two zones filled with a long list of attractions. You can always go for the rides in the Walibi central theme park or go to the water zone in Aqualibi.

Discover a variety of slides and pools that you can have full access to, depending on height. Are you with your kids?

If they’re still relatively small, there’s always the Mini Beach and Kiddie Bay, where they can play with other kids. 

While all remaining amenities are suitable for adults, we mostly enjoyed the speedy bobsledding at the Bi-bob. Riding a large tube, you’ll go down a 140-meter slide. It feels like you’re riding a roller coaster with twists and turns. 

Another one of our favourites is the Flash! The name itself tells that you will be experiencing high speeds while riding a transparent tube.

Thrill-seekers will have the time of their lives as they start sliding down from a 7.5-meter altitude at speeds reaching 50 km/h. The 45° angle makes you feel like you’re going on a free-fall instead of an ordinary slide. 

If you come during the holidays or special days, you may just be lucky enough to get access to theatre shows or circuses, like the Dinosauria Expo.

🎟 Ticket Info (online Tickets)

• Regular Tickets: € 37,50
• Kids: Plan 3 days ahead of your visit date and get tickets for only €15,00.
• Students: € 15
• Disabled guests: € 31,50
• Seniors: € 31,50

#11 Bellewaerde Aquapark (Ieper)

Besides being one of the oldest and well-known theme parks, Bellewaerde did not fall short of aquapark activities. Just 3 mins away from the theme park, Bellewaerde Aquapark boasts 13 modern attractions fitting for the whole family.

Kids and adults can bond in the Jungle Expedition or experience exciting water slides in Maxi Splash!

Are you planning to take your babies and toddlers for a swim? Bambino Beach is a suitable attraction for you.

After days of Bellewaerde theme park activities, we absolutely love relaxing in the Secret Cave for a sauna/jacuzzi experience. Adults and kids can also enjoy a quick wall climbing experience at the aquapark’s Climbing Wall.

Before diving into the water amenities, check the height requirements to know which ones are for you and your family, friends, or group.

💰 Bellewaerde Aquapark offers terrific discounts for 20 students and youth groups!

As long as you book 3 days or more before your preferred date, students can go in at a discounted price of € 20, youth members at € 10, and adults at € 23!

🎡 Access to both theme and water parks are € 129. Then, the yearly pass for adults and under 100cm visitors are at € 64,00 and € 35,00.

FAQ the best theme parks in belgium

Disneyland Paris is a huge amusement park with all kinds of rides, shows and attractions. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area! And Belgium has some amazing theme parks of its own!

Wrapping up the best theme parks in Belgium

Even after we became parents, we can’t help but let our kids experience the fun and excitement of the best theme parks in Belgium. They can be a quick or two-day detour in your itinerary. Are you travelling to Belgium with your kids?

No need to worry, as you can find theme parks for kids under 10 too! Bruges also offer incredible activities for the whole family too. Discover the things to do in Bruges with kids and take a trip back in history.