Things to do in Ghent
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Historical Walking Tour Ghent: Legends & Medieval Landmarks★ 4.90 (2,213) · 2h
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Ghent Bike Tour: Street Art & Hidden Suburbs with Local Guide★ 4.97 (531) · 2h 30m
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Evening Walking Tour of Ghent: Dark Side & Medieval History★ 4.93 (935) · 1h 45m
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Ghent: Food Walking Tour with Tastings & Gruut Beer★ 4.83 (269) · 1h 30m€ 2.99View ›
Ghent: Belgian Chocolate Walking Tour & Tastings with Locals★ 4.91 (171) · 2h€ 53View ›
Ghent Historical Tour: Medieval Landmarks with Guide★ 4.86 (146) · 2h€ 88View ›
Private Ghent City Tour: Dark Side history with local guide★ 4.93 (101) · 1h 45m€ 88View ›
Ghent: Bike Tour Through Parks, Street Art & Medieval Sights★ 4.88 (100) · 2h 30m€ 45View ›
Ghent: Beer Walking Tour with Tastings & Collector Glass★ 4.84 (95) · 3h€ 50View ›
Ghent: Belgian Waffle & Beer Workshop in City Centre★ 4.86 (85) · 1h 30m€ 59View ›Lowest price (5)
Ghent AudioGuide: Medieval Castle & Cathedral Walking TourYou download an app, follow the route through Ghent's medieval center, and listen to stories about Gravensteen Castle, St. Bavo's Cathedral, and the riverside Graslei as you walk. The guide's humor and local knowledge turn what could be a standard sightseeing loop into something that feels like a conversation with someone who actually lives here. You move at your own speed, take breaks when you want, and finish in under two hours without needing to book a group or follow a schedule.Is it for me?Right for solo travelers or small groups who want to explore Ghent's medieval center without joining a scheduled tour or keeping pace with a group—the app lets you start whenever you want and linger as long as you like at each stop.
Kortrijk City Game: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt with AppYou’ll explore Kortrijk’s medieval streets and UNESCO sites at your own pace with a playful city game app. Expect unexpected laughs, quirky local stories, and plenty of time for coffee breaks or detours—plus all instructions sent after booking for total flexibility you’ll remember long after the trip.
Ghent Walking Tour: Medieval Castles & Gothic TowersA two-hour walking tour of Ghent's historic center led by a live English guide, moving through Gothic architecture, medieval squares and the city's most recognizable landmarks. You walk past Gravensteen Castle, St. Bavo's Cathedral, the UNESCO-listed bell tower and the viewpoint where Ghent's three towers align—the sights that define the city's skyline. Choose between a private tour or a shared group departure; gratuities are optional.Is it for me?Book the private tour if you want the guide's full attention and the group's own pace; choose the shared departure if you prefer to keep the cost down and don't mind walking with other travelers. Either way, you get the same route and guide—the difference is group size and price.
Private Walking Tour Ghent: Medieval Landmarks & Local SecretsA private walking tour of Ghent's medieval city center with a local guide in English or Dutch, covering the Castle of the Counts, the Belfry, Graffiti Street and lesser-known corners, plus a local food specialty tasting. Children from age 6 are welcome. The guide shares city history, local legends and lesser-known facts as you move through the center on foot.Is it for me?The two-hour frame and steady walking pace work well if you want a solid introduction to Ghent without committing a full day, and the private format means the guide can adjust the route and pacing to your interests instead of moving a group through a fixed script.
Ghent: Private Chocolate Tour with Tastings & Local GuideYou’ll taste at least nine different chocolates in Ghent’s city center, meet local artisans in their ateliers, hear quirky legends from your guide, and wander historic streets between stops. Expect laughter over mispronounced treats and moments where the smell of cocoa lingers long after you leave — it’s more than just a day trip for your sweet tooth.
