What to do in Ghent

Activities, attractions and tours

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Belfry of Ghent which includes a city, night scenes and heritage architecture
Ghent featuring heritage architecture and a city
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Ghent featuring heritage architecture, a bridge and a river or creek

Ghent Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Ghent has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Ghent, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Ghent with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Ghent

Ghent is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Ghent, and make it a breeze to explore Ghent and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Ghent to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Ghent, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Ghent.

Ghent attractions

Ghent has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Ghent to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Ghent.

Looking for things to do in Ghent can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Ghent or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Ghent attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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

Ghent City Centre

4.5/5(70 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.

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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 Vooruit Arts Centre.

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Citadel Park featuring a waterfall, a lake or waterhole and a park

Stationsbuurt Noord

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Unique features of Stationsbuurt Noord include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Museum of Fine Arts or Ghent University Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.

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Moscou

Moscou might not have many top sights, but Ghelamco Arena and Small Beguinage Ghent are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Sint-Amandsberg

5/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Sint-Amandsberg. You might want to make time for a stop at Illuseum or ElenQVino.

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Heilig Kerst

4/5(1 area review)

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

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