Ghent City Centre

Ghent

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

Popular places to visit

Gravensteen showing a castle, street scenes and heritage architecture

Gravensteen Castle

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 showing a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

Saint Bavo Cathedral

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 showing heritage architecture, interior views and an administrative buidling

Ghent Town Hall

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 featuring a city, modern architecture and heritage architecture

Belfry of Ghent

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 religious elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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

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

P649
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Graslei, Ghent

Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

P194
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

P194
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent

40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent

P649
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

P1,817
per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

P2,920
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
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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
The price is P6,866 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
P6,866
P7,741 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (916 reviews)
"Great location for the main tourist sights. Convenient luggage storage. Breakfast basic but tasty."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Getaway Studios Gent
Getaway Studios Gent
2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is P5,778 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
P5,778
P6,590 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
"Good location and good rooms. Walls are quite thin so loud neighbours kept us up"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is P8,151 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P8,151
P9,105 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (956 reviews)
Fantastic Hotel in Gent
"We were warmly greeted and taken around the hotel. There were welcome sweets in the room. There were nice gifts for our baby, which was a lovely touch. All the staff were attentive and welcoming which really made our stay. The look and feel of the hotel was luxurious. Breakfast was extensive and ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Ghent Marriott Hotel
Ghent Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
Korenlei 10, Ghent
The price is P10,095 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P10,095
P11,166 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Excellent location and clean hotel. Staff was very friendly"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Ghent Marriott Hotel
NH Collection Gent
NH Collection Gent
4 out of 5
Hoogpoort 63, Ghent
The price is P7,963 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P7,963
P8,906 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"A beautiful modern property in Ghent. Easy to walk to most of the sites. Quiet at night. Nice large room with comfortable bed and pillows. We enjoyed the breakfast easy morning. Beautiful lobby that smells wonderful and had little candies and fresh Lemon water. We took a Bolt (uber) from the train ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

NH Collection Gent
Novotel Gent Centrum
Novotel Gent Centrum
3.5 out of 5
Hoogpoort 52, Ghent
The price is P6,897 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P6,897
P7,776 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (990 reviews)
"Clean room. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Novotel Gent Centrum
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Other neighbourhoods around Ghent City Centre

Medieval facades on the “Graslei”

Graslei and Korenlei

While visiting Graslei and Korenlei, you might make a stop by sights like Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge.

Graslei and Korenlei
Gravensteen showing a river or creek, a castle and street scenes

Patershol

Patershol is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gravensteen Castle and Kraanlei.

Patershol
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Red Light District

While Red Light District isn't home to many top sights, Glass Alley and Protestant Church - Gent Centrum are some notable places to visit nearby.

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
Ghent

St. Macharius

Unique features of St. Macharius include the historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by St. Bavo's Abbey or Pius X Chapel while you're exploring the area.

St. Macharius
"Feestlokaal van Vooruit" is a historic hall complex built in 1913. Originally it was the party and arts centre of the Ghent labour movement. Since 1982 it has been used by “Arts Centre Vooruit”. They organize numerous events in the 5 most important halls of the building such as debates, literature evenings, concerts, parties, stage performances, dance ... #Ghent #Trovember

Kunstenkwartier

Kunstenkwartier is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Church.

Kunstenkwartier

Ghent City Centre