STAM Ghent City Museum

STAM Ghent City Museum traces Ghent’s story from medieval powerhouse to modern city through smartly curated timelines, models, and multimedia. Housed in a former abbey and 19th-century convent, it blends historic architecture with contemporary design. Highlights include a giant aerial floor map you can walk across, artifacts from the city’s textile and civic past, and rotating exhibitions that connect local history to broader themes. Clear English-language interpretation makes it accessible for international visitors. A good choice if you enjoy urban history, design, or orienting yourself to Ghent at the start of a trip. Allow 1–2 hours.