Nieuw Gent Travel Guide

Ghent

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
Citadel Park which includes a statue or sculpture, a garden and heritage architecture

Citadel Park

This popular public park is among the most important green spaces in the city, home to pleasant paths and several unique museums.

Citadel Park
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

Things to do

Ghent guided offroad tour by e-scooter

Ghent guided offroad tour by e-scooter

Rp1.821.643
per adult
Ghent guided offroad tour by e-scooter
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Rp190.462
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels

Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels

Rp1.618.929
per adult
Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Rp3.771.151
per adult
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Rp56.948
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Private Tour to Bruges from Amsterdam

Private Tour to Bruges from Amsterdam

Rp20.531.824
per traveller
Private Tour to Bruges from Amsterdam
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Top hotels in Nieuw Gent

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10, Ghent
The price is Rp2.317.984 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp2.317.984
Rp2.624.067 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (542 reviews)
"No public transportation during weekend"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
The price is Rp1.629.833 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.629.833
Rp1.861.994 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (938 reviews)
"Excellent all round. We will book again next year for the Gent Fest!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 2, Ghent, East Flanders
The price is Rp1.647.942 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp1.647.942
Rp1.881.189 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (68 reviews)
Great staff
"the staff were fantastic - really helpful and friendly. I wasn't expecting an amazing stay but it really exceeded expectations."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is Rp1.754.787 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp1.754.787
Rp1.994.445 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (517 reviews)
Lovely hotel
"Was a perfect stay in Gent and a lovely hotel the hotel is across from a Parking garage. So convenient if you have a car Just remember lez tax."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort

Kleindokkaai 27, Ghent, BE
The price is Rp999.631 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp999.631
Rp1.193.979 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (877 reviews)
"A good place to stay for a short term visit to Ghent."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is Rp2.351.645 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.351.645
Rp2.626.969 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (965 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a central location. Lovely quality hotel. Room was a bit dark, could have done with better lighting. Excellent breakfast. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
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Other neighbourhoods around Nieuw Gent

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St.-Pieters-Aalst

Visitors to St.-Pieters-Aalst enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Atelierwoning Leon Sarteel is worth a stop.

St.-Pieters-Aalst
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Stationsbuurt Zuid

Stationsbuurt Zuid is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Atelierwoning Leon Sarteel and Museum for the History of Sciences.

Stationsbuurt Zuid
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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.

Strop
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.

Stationsbuurt Noord
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Rijsenbergwijk

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Rijsenbergwijk, you might enjoy its river views and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Museum of Fine Arts or Blaarmeersen Recreation Area.

Rijsenbergwijk
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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.

Muinkparkwijk

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