Ghent City Centre Travel Guide

Ghent

Ghent Town Hall featuring street scenes, a sunset and an administrative building
Saint Bavo Cathedral showing outdoor art, religious elements and a church or cathedral
Ghent Town Hall which includes interior views, an administrative building and heritage architecture
St. Nicholas\' Church
Ghent Town Hall showing an administrative building and signage

Popular places to visit

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

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
Saint Bavo Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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
Ghent Town Hall featuring an administrative building, interior views and heritage architecture

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
Belfry of Ghent which includes a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

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
St. Nicholas\' Church showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects 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
Friday Market Square

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

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Rp191.322
per adult
80% 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

Rp57.205
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

Rp1.128.800
per adult
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

Rp210.454
per adult
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

Rp937.478
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

Rp296.549
per adult
Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway
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Top hotels in Ghent City Centre

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.626.778 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.626.778
Rp1.858.503 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (993 reviews)
"Clean, simple room, spacious enough and even with a nice view, right in the center of town. Beds were comfy, shower warm and strong. The breakfast was great, worth adding."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.319.777 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.319.777
Rp2.591.370 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (996 reviews)
"We stayed one night at this hotel and had just the best time. The hotel is beautiful with lovely comfortable rooms and is in a great location where all the sights of Ghent are within walking distance. Highly recommend and would come back."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is Rp1.525.719 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp1.525.719
Rp1.749.669 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (535 reviews)
"Really close to old city area. Walk everywhere. No housekeeping the 2 nights we were there."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent

Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent

4 out of 5
Brabantdam 33, Ghent, Vlaanderen
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.318.159 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.318.159
Rp2.591.367 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (218 reviews)
"Really nice boutique hotel walkable to the center. Very nice crew. Comfortable rooms with all amenities"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent
Cour St Georges

Cour St Georges

Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
The price is Rp1.122.383 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.122.383
Rp1.323.944 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (494 reviews)
"Excellent and friendly service, lovely spacious room, great location."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Cour St Georges
ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal

ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal

3 out of 5
Limburgstraat 2, Ghent
The price is Rp1.646.299 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.646.299
Rp1.879.196 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"Great place to stay. The breakfast was delicious, and the room had a nice boutique feel."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

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

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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
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.

Patershol
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Sluizeken

Sluizeken might not have many top sights, but Big Cannon and Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sluizeken
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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 Public Library or Ghent South Shopping Center.

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.

St. Macharius

Ghent City Centre Travel Guide