Kunstenkwartier Travel Guide
Ghent
Visit Kunstenkwartier
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 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.
Book Tower
After visiting Book Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
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.
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 and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Ghent Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip
Top hotels in Kunstenkwartier
JAM Ghent
The hotel was very cool, with great rooms and nice open spaces. Plus, it was close to plenty of great restaurants and a short walk from the old city.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
ibis Gent Centrum Opera
Clean. Great staff.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
One Two Four Hotel & Spa
The Hide
The Daydreamer was well located, and very attractive, with trompe l’oeil fragments on the ceiling. Everything was well appointed, and the shower gel smells wonderful. The staff was responsive and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Very nice hotel, new and clean in great location.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Van der Valk Hotel Gent
The room was nice but the bed uncomfortable and bedding very poor quality. Good hotels should invest in good pillows and towels. Location is what it is but easy enough to get a taxi. Staff were nice throughout.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 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 St. Peter's Square 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 Masons' Guild Hall or Belfry of Ghent 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.
