Most booked tours and tickets in Ghent
Ghent: Famous Belgian Chocolate Walking Tour with Tastings
4.9178 reviews2h
from €53
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Top sights in Ghent
- 1St. Bavo's Cathedral (Ghent Altarpiece)
- 2Gravensteen Castle
- 3Graslei Waterfront
- 4Patershol Quarter
- 5Street Art Walk
- 6Belgian Waffles & Beer
- A Medieval Cityscape Without the Crowds: Explore the remarkably intact historic center, from the fairy-tale Graslei and Korenlei quays to the imposing Gravensteen Castle, and feel the history without the overwhelming tourist throngs found in other European cities.
- Art That Spans Centuries: Witness the revolutionary 'Adoration of the Mystic Lamb' (Ghent Altarpiece), a cornerstone of Western art, and then step outside to discover an ever-changing open-air gallery of world-renowned street art on official walking routes.
- A Thriving, Innovative Food Scene: Move beyond clichés to experience a culinary revolution, from Michelin-starred restaurants in ancient buildings to funky food halls like Pakhuis and the legendary Tierenteyn mustard shop in the Vrijdagmarkt.
Food and drink experiences in Ghent
Day trips and outdoor activities from Ghent
Unforgettable sea trip to the wind farms in the North Sea
4.351 reviews2h 30m
from €89
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Hidden gems in Ghent
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Book Tower (Boekentoren)
A stunning 1930s modernist skyscraper designed by Henry van de Velde, housing the Ghent University Library.
Groot Begijnhof Sint-Elisabeth
A serene, secluded beguinage (a community for religious women) with white-washed houses and quiet courtyards, located near the Citadelpark.
Dulle Griet Beer Cafe
A legendary beer cafe in the Patershol known for its vast selection of over 500 beers.
De Krook
A striking, modern architectural complex on the river, housing the city's main public library and a media center.
Museum Dr. Guislain
A museum of psychiatry and mental health care located in a historic 19th-century psychiatric hospital.
Day trips from Ghent
Bruges (Brugge)
25 min by train
The quintessential medieval fairy-tale city, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its perfectly preserved center, romantic canals, and lace shops offer a more polished, tourist-centric contrast to Ghent's grittier charm.
Brussels
35 min by train
The vibrant, multicultural capital of Belgium and the EU. Experience the grandeur of the Grand-Place, world-class museums, comic book murals, and an incredible diversity of food and drink.
Ypres (Ieper) & WWI Battlefields
1 hour 15 min by train/bus
A profoundly moving journey into history. Ypres was at the heart of the WWI trenches; visit the meticulously rebuilt town and the surrounding memorials, cemeteries, and museums.
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Things to do in Ghent: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Ghent?+
Top sights include St. Bavo's Cathedral (Ghent Altarpiece), Gravensteen Castle, Graslei Waterfront and Patershol Quarter. Away from the crowds, try Book Tower (Boekentoren) and Groot Begijnhof Sint-Elisabeth.
What are the most popular tours in Ghent?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent (4.9 stars, 2,285 reviews); Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent (4.9 stars, 973 reviews); Ghent Bike Tour Off-the-beaten-track (5.0 stars, 531 reviews).
How much do tours in Ghent cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €3 and €700 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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