Things to Do in Ghent

Book a boat trip to visit the historical beauty of Gent from the water while you enjoy a local beer! The boat trip lasts 40 minutes and runs every day with departure every 20 minutes.

Enjoy a guided boat trip through the beautiful medieval city center of Ghent to discover its most glorious sites. See the birthplace of Charles V of Spain, historic churches, and an impressive castle.

Our adventure begins with an exploration of the Lorette-Rochefort Cave, where ancient geological formations create an otherworldly atmosphere. From there, we ascend to Châteaux Walzin, perched majestically above the scenic River Lesse, offering breathtaking views and a glimpse into the region's noble past. We venture into the charming town of Dinant, where medieval architecture and quaint cobblestone streets lead us on a journey through time. Our exploration of Belgian traditions takes us next to Maison Leffe, where we uncover the secrets behind the brewing process of one of Belgium's most celebrated beers. No visit to Belgium would be complete without a pilgrimage to Chimay Abbey, a serene sanctuary nestled amidst verdant forests and rolling hills. Here, we pause to reflect on the centuries-old traditions of the Trappist monks, whose dedication to prayer and contemplation has shaped the abbey's peaceful ambiance. Private tours can be booked after communication.

Sail around the city and get fun facts on Ghent's medieval past and buildings

Discover the history & secrets of one of the prettiest towns in Belgium with this free walking tour of Ghent accompanied by an English-speaking guide.

Book your day trip to see the beautiful buildings of Ghent and discover the fascinating history of Ghent and its secrets with your professional guide.

Take a day trip from Brussels to Bruges and Ghent. Accompanied by a guide, explore St. Bavo's Cathedral, medieval monuments, the Lake of Love, and more on a walking tour of both cities.

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Europe as we explore three enchanting cities. Our adventure begins in Liège, where modern marvels blend seamlessly with historic charm. Marvel at the architectural brilliance of Santiago Calatrava's station before strolling through the tranquil Parc de la Boverie. After an exhilarating morning, we'll indulge in a delightful lunch at the Three-Country Point, where Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands converge. Next, we'll venture to Aachen, a city steeped in rich history and culture. Explore the iconic Aachener Dom, Katschhof and Europa Platz. Capture panoramic views of the city from the Lousberg Viewpoint. Our final destination is Maastricht, a picturesque city brimming with medieval charm. Wander across the iconic Sint Servaasbridge and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Vrijthof. We'll dine at a charming local Dutch restaurant, where you can savor authentic flavors and indulge in culinary delights.

Explore two of the outstanding cities of Belgium with a guide

Get to know the enchanting and symbolic side of Ghent's old town with this Ghent Free Evening Tour. Discover mysteries and legends around the beautiful city.

Discover Bruges in a unique way: play in teams, find clues and complete the puzzle!

Join this workshop in Ghent to taste 3 Belgian beers, prepare waffle dough and bake Belgian waffles. Then enjoy your creations with toppings of your choice and eat as many waffles as you want!

During this extended private tour, you’ll explore not only the city’s main attractions but also countless charming streets and squares outside the typical tourist center—places most visitors never see. Guided by a local guide, you’ll visit stunning locations such as the Prinsenhof, Portus Ganda, the Reep, and the Begijnhof. These are often overlooked gems, but each is absolutely worth discovering. Along the way, you’ll hear fascinating facts, captivating stories from Ghent’s past and present, and plenty of fun facts that bring the city’s rich history to life. But there’s more! You’ll get spoiled with delicious local treats at some unique spots, delighting your taste buds as you go. This tour is the perfect way to experience Ghent, showcasing everything that makes this city so extraordinary!

Discover the old town from the water while enjoying a Ghent beer

Belgium is known for its chocolates, waffles, fries and beers. We'll try different specialities on this free food tour of Ghent. It'll be a real treat!

Explore Ghent in a unique and affordable way. A self-guided city trail will guide you to the best spots in the city while playing fun riddles and assignments on your smartphone.

See Belgium's most historic cities on a day tour to Ghent and Bruges. From the stunning Saint Bavo Cathedral to the serene Lake of Love, walk away with memorable impressions of these Flemish cities.

As a guide, I promise to deliver you a high-energy, light-hearted tour that will allow you to understand the core of Ghent's history and culture. No fanciful urban legends passed on as truths, nor boring summaries of names and dates: just true stories that offer a meaningful insight into the development of an amazing town. If you let me know about your personal interests through mail, I'll be more than happy to include stories that fit your personality!

Discover Belgium's most charming medieval cities in one day

This boat tour of Ghent is one of the best ways to see the main sights of this beautiful medieval city in Flanders – don't miss out!

Discover Ghent in a unique way through a fun group game: find clues and complete the puzzle!

Explore the medieval center of Ghent on a boat trip. Get an introduction to the city's main attractions and learn about its history from your professional guide.

We're so delighted! It was really interesting, fascinating and attractive dive into the history and lifestyle of Gent. The guide is a real pro. It seems like they know the story behind each building in the city. The time has passed very quickly. The walking tour of Gent with Jurgen was one of the highlights of our trip. Jurgen, being a professor of history is not only knowledgeable on the history of Gent but his passion for the subject is incredible. We learned a lot and saw many of the historical and key sites in the city. Highly Recommended Tour for those who are looking for a private walking tour of the city. 5 out of 5 stars. This is a great experience! Jurgen is a knowledgeable and thoughtful guide. A perfect tour for first time visitors to Ghent. Jorgen was such a pleasure to spend a morning with - we enjoyed our walk, and getting to chat with a local who really loves his town.

Cruise through Ghent and enjoy a G&T at Valery's Bar after

On this guided tour we'll explore the historic centre of Ghent, one of the most beautiful and dynamic cities in northern Europe.

Discover Historic Ghent by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone, leading you to new places and amazing stories.

A fun and thorough historical exploration of the entire city of Ghent. Discover 1000 years of architecture and stories! Only guided in Dutch.

Ghent seen differently! Cycling through Ghent. It is the best way to discover the lively city. A nice extra for your day in Ghent or to make a weekend away even more fun. Our bike tours take you to surprising places and parks in the city. You will experience a very nice mix of history, culture, flashy street art and impressive architecture.

Tour Luxemburg's impressive architectural highlights with a guide

Explore the enticing city of Ghent in the heart of Flanders on a private walking tour and discover the most important sights in its historic center!

Have fun while exploring Ghent, discover the tourist and hidden corners of the city, play a 100% customised game about the city.

Join the ultimate tour for chocoholics. During this delightful and delicious tour, you'll explore the finest chocolatiers in Ghent.

Our cycling food tour in Ghent is unique because we offer a combination of sightseeing in and outside the city centre and some good food and drink tasters. We walk in the city centre and cycle outside to some areas that you would not reach as a tourist otherwise. Tasters are traditional Ghent and Belgian specialities, but also include some international dishes. We support local, small businesses and get you in touch with the locals who are happy to share their story as well. This tour shall include all your senses. See the sights and the food, feel and smell the food before you eat it and listen to your guide's stories. Our groups are small to keep it safe and to give you the best possible experience. IMPORTANT Please let us know about any allergies/intolerances you have before you book. We will let you know then if this tour is suitable. Bring comfy walking shoes and dress for the weather. PLEASE NOTE: Self-Guided tour between 18 May 22 and 5 June 22

Walk through centuries worth of Belgian art in the country's oldest museum

Travel with the peace and comfort of knowing that, should you need assistance on your trip, Civitatis has your back - don't let anything spoil your trip!

Embark on a day trip from Amsterdam to discover the charm of Antwerp and Ghent. Book now for an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and architecture.

Join a walking tour of Antwerp and explore the city with a local guide. Learn about the rich history of the city, find the best places to eat and drink, and discover the best-kept secrets.

Experience centuries of Belgian craftsmanship with this small-group tasting that combines two iconic Belgian products: chocolate & jenever. Indulge in five delicious pairings while gaining insights into these craft products and the artisans behind them. Belgium is renowned for its craft foods and drinks, but have you tried jenever? Less known than Belgian beer, jenever remains a hidden gem. Though it’s the Belgian ancestor of gin, this unique drink can even resemble whiskey when aged. This tasting introduces you to five local jenevers, including a 10-year-aged jenever. We’ve paired them with chocolates from different chocolatiers across Belgium: a great opportunity to explore various styles of Belgian chocolate in a short time span. About us: our shop offers unique chocolate experiences, where quality is at its heart. We like to fully immerse you in the world of chocolate. In our shop you find artisanal chocolate from 4 different top Belgian chocolatiers.

Explore Ghent city's prime location with an audio guide app by TouringBee

Discover Mechelen in a unique way using an app. Work together, find clues and complete the puzzle

With its historic city centre, picturesque houses and well-kept canals, Ghent is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. With this combined tour you can discover it by land and by water.

Ghent is the hidden gem of Belgium; it is a real city with vivid life today. Its history is precious, and that is -obviously- reflected in the Architecture. From a stone castle in the 900s, we start a tour until we finish the right of Belgium Silicon Valley (the alternative name of Ghent). This tour is dedicated to enriching your knowledge of European architecture and history through the rise and fall of the Holy Roman Empire on the hands of Ghent’s most famous person: Emperor Charles V. He was born in the Counts of Flandre castle to rule Europe at that time.

Explore Rubens' city and Europe's second largest port

Fancy a boat trip or a stroll through Ghent? The hop on hop off water-tramway combines the best of these two. Discover Ghent by walking along and getting on and off the water-tramway as you please.

Visit Ghent and Bruges with a professional driver and a tour guide. Our tour is customizable. Here you can find a general programme of your visit: Starting of the tour from your location to Bruges, the famous "Venise of the north " Unesco world heritage. Discover the canals and beautiful gothic buildings with the explanations of your guide who will bring you to the most interesting places of the City center as the Basilica of the Holly blood of Jesus, the Belfrey tower, the Minnewater lake, our Lady Church, Sint Janshospital with it's beautiful Memling museum and/or the Groeninge museum. Enjoy and optional boat trip. Free time for lunch. After lunch, continuation to Ghent and it's marvelous Altarpiece in the Cathedral. Enjoy the canals and guild houses of the City center with an optional boat trip. Don't miss the Castle of Counts of Flanders! After the visit, the guide and the driver will drop you off at cuiseship or elsewhere in ZeeBrugge or Brugge or Brussels.

Explore Amsterdam's iconic landmarks and the Dutch countryside

Visit 2 of Belgium's most beautiful cities in a day on a guided tour of Antwerp and Ghent. Benefit from round-trip transfers from Brussels and the services of a professional guide, seeing an abundance of old monuments and picturesque neighborhoods.

Explore the city at your own pace while playing the Sherlock Holmes City Game, a self-guided tour that offers a lot of freedom and flexibility. You can play when, where and with who you want. Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city with your family and friends or as a couple. Our City Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. HOW TO PLAY: Book the City Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the City Game and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!

Get to know Brussels through locals' eyes and learn about the city's history

Visit the medieval city of Ghent on a guided food tour. Sample local specialties while you explore the city's most popular landmarks, including Vrijdagmarkt and the old harbour at Graslei.