Ghent City Centre Travel Guide

Ghent
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Popular places to visit

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Gravensteen Castle

4.5/5(66 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
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Saint Bavo Cathedral

4.5/5(71 reviews)

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

Saint Bavo Cathedral
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Ghent Town Hall

4/5(11 reviews)

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

Ghent Town Hall
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Belfry of Ghent

4.5/5(45 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
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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
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Friday Market Square

4/5(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

Things to do

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Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

£9
Per adult
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
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Half-Day Private Highlights and Hidden Gems of Ghent Tour

£167
Per adult
Half-Day Private Highlights and Hidden Gems of Ghent Tour
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3 Hour Scavenger game Activity, Exciting Murder Mystery in Ghent

£59
Per adult
3 Hour Scavenger game Activity, Exciting Murder Mystery in Ghent
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Half-Day Guided Inflatable Packraft in Ghent

£64
Per adult
Half-Day Guided Inflatable Packraft in Ghent
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Exquisite Sites of Ghent - Family Tour

£295
Per adult
Exquisite Sites of Ghent - Family Tour
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Picturesque Ghent – Romantic Tour for Couples

£295
Per adult
Picturesque Ghent – Romantic Tour for Couples
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Top hotels in Ghent City Centre

Cour St Georges
Cour St Georges
3 out of 5
Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
The price is £74 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£74
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a terrace. Popular attractions Achtersikkel and Ghent Town Hall are located nearby. Discover ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (171 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful staff. Walls were very thin and our room had a sewage type smell to it. Room looked great, but did not smell great. Glad we were only there for 1 night."

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2024

Cour St Georges
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
2.5 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £96 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£96
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (370 reviews)
"The hotel was easy to reach by tram. Sites were close by as well as a number of restaurants. The coffee machine and ability to fill your water bottle at reception were very handy. Rooms were clean and looked to be newly renovated. Common areas were very nice."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
NH Gent Belfort
NH Gent Belfort
4 out of 5
Hoogpoort 63, Ghent
The price is £109 per night from 1 May to 2 May
£109
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
Perfect central hotel
"Very good hotel in the heart of Ghent. The staff were very hyelpful, the newly updated room was very comfortable. Location perfect on edge of the historic centre. Room comfotable and spacious, great shower and bathroom. Very good tea and coffee. Nice to have had a sofa in the room and small table. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2024

NH Gent Belfort
Ghent Marriott Hotel
Ghent Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Korenlei 10, Ghent
The price is £140 per night from 3 May to 4 May
£140
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (990 reviews)
"The staff at the Ghent Marriott were extremely accommodating and friendly in every way possible. Whether it was to schedule a taxi or to help a customer in need of emergency medical services. We asked and they made it happen. The rooms were clean while the amenities provided were exceptional. We ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2024

Ghent Marriott Hotel
1898 The Post
1898 The Post
4 out of 5
Graslei 16, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £185 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£185
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (525 reviews)
"This Hotel commands the centre of Ghent and make you feel like the lord of the manor as you walk in through the ornate doors and up the gothic spiral staircases until you reach your beautifully appointed room. Spend as much time as you can with the reception team as they will direct you to all the ..."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024

1898 The Post
ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
3 out of 5
Limburgstraat 2, Ghent
The price is £108 per night from 1 May to 2 May
£108
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and on-site parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (928 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2024

ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
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Other neighbourhoods around Ghent City Centre

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

Patershol

4.5/5(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 Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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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 South Shopping Center or Ghent Public Library.

Zuid
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St. Macharius

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

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Kunstenkwartier

5/5(2 area reviews)

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

Kunstenkwartier

Ghent City Centre Travel Guide

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