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 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.
St. Peter's Church
Learn about the local history of Ghent when you take a trip to St. Peter's Church. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do

Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Top hotels in Kunstenkwartier

ibis Gent Centrum Opera
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

One Two Four Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 8 May 2025

The Hide
Reviewed on 14 May 2025

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
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 Public Library or Ghent South Shopping Center.

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 Small Beguinage Ghent.

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.

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