Overview
Opened in 1999, S.M.A.K. is Ghent's municipal contemporary art museum, housed in a former casino building in Citadelpark. It holds a broad collection of post-WWII international contemporary art — pop art, conceptual art, neo-expressionism — alongside Belgian contemporary artists, known for bold installations and experimental temporary exhibitions. Discounts apply for Ghent residents on the first Sunday of the month and Late Thursday evenings. Admission about EUR 15-20 depending on the exhibition. Directly across from MSK, making them easy to combine.
💰 Tickets
About EUR 15-20 depending on the exhibition; discounted under 26; free under 19.
🎟️ Check ticket prices →Opening Hours
Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00 (closed Mon). Details may change; please verify before visiting.
Travel Tips
Right across from MSK, so easy to visit together. Admission varies by exhibition, so check the website before visiting.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Ghent, Belgium from Seoul (ICN).
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Attractions near S.M.A.K. (Municipal Museum of Contemporary Art)
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Citadelpark
Ghent's oldest and largest park, built on the site of a former military citadel.
📍 71m away
St. Bavo's Cathedral
Belgium's signature cathedral, home of the Van Eyck brothers' Ghent Altarpiece.
📍 2.1km away
Belfry of Ghent
A 91m UNESCO World Heritage belfry — an elevator takes you to the observation deck.
📍 2.1km away
St. Nicholas' Church
A beautiful 13th-century Scheldt Gothic church — one of Ghent's oldest.
📍 2.1km away
Graslei
Ghent's most beautiful canal-side street, lined with medieval guild houses.
📍 2.2km away
Gravensteen Castle
The medieval Castle of the Counts of Flanders, standing right in the city center.
📍 2.4km away
Things to Do in Ghent
Ghent Canal Boat Tour
A 40-minute boat tour along the Leie River past Graslei, Korenlei, and Gravensteen Castle. Guides narrate in Dutch, French, and English.
Ghent Altarpiece Experience
View the Van Eyck brothers' masterpiece 'The Ghent Altarpiece (Adoration of the Mystic Lamb)' at St. Bavo's Cathedral with an audio guide, for a deep appreciation of one of Western art's most important works.
Ghent Beer Tasting Tour
A guided tour of Ghent's local beer bars and breweries, sampling Flemish traditional beers. Learn about the history of gruit (beer spice) and Ghent's unique beer culture.