Ghent City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Ghent Town Hall showing an administrative building, street scenes and heritage architecture
Saint Bavo Cathedral showing outdoor art, religious aspects and a statue or sculpture
Ghent Town Hall showing interior views, an administrative building and heritage architecture
St. Nicholas\' Church
Ghent Town Hall featuring an administrative building and signage

Popular places to visit

Gravensteen showing château or palace, a river or creek and street scenes

Gravensteen Castle

4.5/5(7 reviews)

One of the only remaining medieval castles in Flanders, this historic fortress provides a fascinating insight into the weaponry, culture, and drama of Ghent’s past.

Gravensteen Castle
Saint Bavo Cathedral which includes religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Saint Bavo Cathedral

4.5/5(6 reviews)

One of the iconic Three Towers of Ghent, this historic cathedral is known for its outstanding collection of art.

Saint Bavo Cathedral
Ghent Town Hall which includes heritage architecture, an administrative building and interior views

Ghent Town Hall

See one of the city’s most unusual landmarks, a striking building constructed over the course of almost four centuries.

Ghent Town Hall
Belfry of Ghent featuring heritage architecture, modern architecture and a city

Belfry of Ghent

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Visit one of Ghent’s most famous attractions, an imposing tower that defines the city’s skyline and symbolizes its independence.

Belfry of Ghent
St. Nicholas\' Church which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

St. Nicholas' Church

A beautiful example of Scheldt Gothic architecture, this striking blue-gray church is among the oldest landmarks in the city.

St. Nicholas' Church
Friday Market Square

Friday Market Square

3/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Ghent with a trip to Friday Market Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Friday Market Square

Activities

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

AU$17
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

AU$51
Per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip
Urban Escape Game in Ghent

Discover Ghent while playing! Escape game - The alchemist

AU$33
Per adult
Discover Ghent while playing! Escape game - The alchemist
Taste an artisanal praline

Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included

AU$5
Per adult
Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included
Chocolate tasting, the secret of Belgian chocolate

Private Chocolate Tasting Experience in Ghent

AU$206
Per adult
Private Chocolate Tasting Experience in Ghent
Self-Guided Pub Trail in Ghent with Online App

Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

AU$18
Per adult
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises
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Our pick of the best Ghent City Centre Hotel Deals

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
The price is AU$165 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (651 reviews)
"Nice hotel with a great location."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Ghent Marriott Hotel
Ghent Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Korenlei 10, Ghent
The price is AU$217 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
Excellent Hotel
"Our stay was excellent. The staff were friendly & professional. The hotel is clean, beautiful & modern, with great rooms & incredibly comfortable beds & pillows. Parking is available at the hotel for a fee. Overall, this hotel is a stunning hotel in a fantastic location, within walking distance to ..."

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Ghent Marriott Hotel
NH Gent Belfort
NH Gent Belfort
4 out of 5
Hoogpoort 63, Ghent
The price is AU$198 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic location right next to the old town hall. Very walkable to many restaurants and shops. Very nice hotel and rooms - super quiet, modern, clean, and a lovely bathroom with modern amenities."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

NH Gent Belfort
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is AU$230 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (868 reviews)
"The best hotel I’ve ever stayed in by far."

Reviewed on 7 Nov. 2024

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Getaway Studios Gent
Getaway Studios Gent
3 out of 5
2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is AU$187 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (387 reviews)
"Such a cool and unique place to stay. Easy walk to town square."

Reviewed on 17 Oct. 2024

Getaway Studios Gent
Cour St Georges
Cour St Georges
3 out of 5
Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (330 reviews)
"Staff is extremely friendly. Though they don’t have a bar on premise, the hotel is located right next to the main cathedral and is a 5 min walk to the night life area. But it’s off a side street that isn’t noisy. Room is a little small but it’s fine for me"

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Ghent City Centre

Gravensteen featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a river or creek

Patershol

5/5(2 area reviews)

Patershol is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gravensteen Castle and Old Fish Market.

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Sluizeken

Sluizeken might not have many top sights, but Monastery of the Augustinian Fathers and Friday Market Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sluizeken
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Red Light District

While there might not be top attractions in Red Light District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Glass Alley and Protestant Church - Gent Centrum.

Red Light District
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Zuid

You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Zuid. You might want to make time for a stop at Ghent Public Library or Ghent South Shopping Center.

Zuid
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St. Macharius

4/5(1 area review)

Unique features of St. Macharius include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by St. Bavo's Abbey or Pius X Chapel while you're exploring the area.

St. Macharius
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Kunstenkwartier

Kunstenkwartier is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. Peter's Square and Vooruit Arts Centre.

Kunstenkwartier

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