Patershol Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gravensteen showing château or palace, a river or creek and street scenes
Gravensteen which includes château or palace and heritage architecture
Gravensteen showing a castle and heritage architecture
Gravensteen featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements
Gravensteen featuring château or palace and heritage architecture

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
Ghent which includes heritage architecture

Kraanlei

Find out about the history of Ghent with a stop at Kraanlei. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

Kraanlei
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
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
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

Activities

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

AU$18
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

AU$5
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

AU$27
per adult
Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway
Explore Ghent in 60 minutes with Local

Explore Ghent in 60 minutes with Local

AU$68
per adult
Explore Ghent in 60 minutes with Local
Saint Michael's Bridge

AudioGuide Ghent

AU$5
per adult
AudioGuide Ghent
Escape The City Gent City Walk With Puzzles

Escape The City Gent City Walk With Puzzles

AU$52
per traveller
Escape The City Gent City Walk With Puzzles
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Our pick of the best Patershol Hotel Deals

Hotel Harmony
Hotel Harmony
4 out of 5
Kraanlei 37, Ghent
The price is AU$227 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$227
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (566 reviews)
"I needed a place to stay for 4 nights near the venue for the conference I attended. The Harmony was was great choice. The room was very comfortable. I appreciate that the hotel is eco-friendly. I enjoyed the espresso machine in my room, and the frig. The location was on the water and close to everything. ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Hotel Harmony
Boutique hotel Nonam
Boutique hotel Nonam
3 out of 5
Sluizekenkaai, Ghent, Vlaams Gewest
The price is AU$346 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$346
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Caermersklooster Provincial Centre of Art and ...
"Wanted to stay central and the hotel is right on the edge of old town has a popular restaurant in the hotel Room was a converted loft"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Boutique hotel Nonam
Van der Valk Hotel Gent
Van der Valk Hotel Gent
4 out of 5
Akkerhage 10, Ghent
The price is AU$221 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$221
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews)
"The room is very new, clean and quiet. The breakfast is great!!!"

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
The price is AU$171 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
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! (860 reviews)
"Great location. Friendly staff. Clean room. No coffee mashing in the room but a good one in the lobby plus water dispenser where you can have a sparkling water."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Getaway Studios Gent
Getaway Studios Gent
3 out of 5
2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$144 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (474 reviews)
"Place was very clean and very close to major historical sites"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
3 out of 5
Akkerhage 2, Ghent, East Flanders
The price is AU$173 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (32 reviews)
Amazing place!!!
"It’s was amazing. Good service, clean, comfortable, huge space, coffee machine, nice toilet and there are a lot of charging points."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Patershol

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Graslei and Korenlei

If you're spending some time in Graslei and Korenlei, Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Graslei and Korenlei
Ghent Town Hall featuring street scenes, a sunset and an administrative building

Ghent City Centre

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Masons' Guild Hall or Belfry of Ghent while you're exploring.

Ghent City Centre
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Heilig Kerst

Travellers like the theatres in Heilig Kerst, and World of Kina: The Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Heilig Kerst
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Rabot

While Rabot isn't home to many top sights, Prinsenhof and Monastery of the Augustinian Fathers are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rabot
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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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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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