Kunstenkwartier Travel Guide
Ghent
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Popular places to visit
Ghent University
Enjoy the student vibe at Ghent University during your stay in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Peter's Church
After visiting St. Peter's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Grand Beguinage St Elisabeth
You can find out about the history of Ghent with a visit to Grand Beguinage St Elisabeth. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
St. Peter's Square
Learn about the local history of Ghent when you take a trip to St. Peter's Square. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Vooruit Arts Centre
Enjoy a performance at Vooruit Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Peter's Abbey
You can browse the exhibits at St. Peter's Abbey, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Ghent Walking Tour with Optional Add-ons: Boat & Beer
Ghent Walking tour 1h10 and 19 audio reviews
Top hotels in Kunstenkwartier
JAM Ghent
"Fantastic, artistically designed and spacious room and wonderful amenities including glorious roof terrace with a cute little pool. Lovely sunset views over the city. We weren't convinced the bottom bunk had had it's sheets changed as there were a couple of hairs on it but by and large it was a super ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
ibis Gent Centrum Opera
"We booked a 2 twin room and we were given an accessible room with a queen/double and a twin. Room was clean but a little dated. Air conditioner was on a timer that would cut out at night and we were there during a heat wave so it did get quite warm even at night. Walkable to all the sights in the ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Hide
"The hotel offers a lovely atmosphere and beautiful design with good amenities. The shower and kitchen appliances worked well, and the host was friendly and helpful via messages despite occasional slow replies. Minor issues included internal doors rubbing the floor, a broken trash bin lid, a slightly ..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
One Two Four Hotel & Spa
Getaway Gent
"The character and cleanliness was amazing. Unfortunately we stayed in a recent heat wave and with no air conditioning it was hot but we were able to ask the front desk for an extra fan which was a life saver. Really good place to stay - quiet and easy to get everywhere. Would stay here again for ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Van der Valk Hotel Gent
"Very bad stay. This hotel does NOT have a real aircondition as stated on their details. It’s rather a central fan that was not working and when I asked the receptionist they said it’s better just to open the window. You can imagine the nosie ang bugs when you leave the window open trying to get some ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kunstenkwartier
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.
Muinkparkwijk
Muinkparkwijk is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ghent area, you might plan a trip to Grand Beguinage St Elisabeth or Capitole Theatre.
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 Capitole Theatre.
Stationsbuurt Noord
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.
Ghent City Centre
Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Belfry of Ghent or St. Nicholas' Church while you're exploring.
Strop
While Strop isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Fine Arts and St. Peter's Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
