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
St. Michael's Bridge

St. Michael's Bridge

You can learn about the history of Ghent with a visit to St. Michael's Bridge. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

St. Michael's Bridge

Things to do

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

P622
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

P1,742
per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

P2,519
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

P684
per adult
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

P625
per adult
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour

P937
per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour
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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 P5,274 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
P5,274
P6,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (785 reviews)
"We had a pleasant stay at this hotel."

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Getaway Studios Gent
Getaway Studios Gent
3 out of 5
2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is P6,223 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
P6,223
P7,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3-star 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! (442 reviews)
"Incredible location! Perfect for our first trip to Ghent. Plenty of space for two of us (adults). The bathroom glass makes privacy an issue if you are not a couple, and as noted on many other reviews, the shower gets water all over the glory. Those small bathroom issues would not sway us from staying ..."

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Novotel Gent Centrum
Novotel Gent Centrum
3 out of 5
Hoogpoort 52, Ghent
The price is P5,105 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P5,105
P5,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (989 reviews)
"It was great stay, we will be back."

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2025

Novotel Gent Centrum
NH Collection Gent
NH Collection Gent
4 out of 5
Hoogpoort 63, Ghent
The price is P7,219 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P7,219
P8,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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)
Great hotel - poor communication
"Overall nice hotel. Rooms are very good. The only downside was that their messaging via the Hotels.com website was poor. I messaged them prior to our stay with a request that was not acknowledged. They contacted me via Hotels.com with an unrelated message, which I responded to immediately. But again ..."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

NH Collection Gent
ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
3 out of 5
Limburgstraat 2, Ghent
The price is P5,607 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P5,607
P6,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
Excellent location
"The hotel's greatest plus is it's location, right next to the cathedral. We were a group of 8, in 4 twin rooms and it served our needs perfectly. We opted for breakfast in the second morning which was value for money, with some hot options as well as cold."

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025

ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is P7,618 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P7,618
P8,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (914 reviews)
Always return.
"Great location, beautiful building, great ambiance, love the design of the rooms. Nothing to add! Will always return."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
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Other neighbourhoods around Ghent City Centre

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 Old Fish Market.

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 South Shopping Center or Ghent Public Library.

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 Vooruit Arts Centre.

Kunstenkwartier
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Heilig Kerst

Travelers like the theaters in Heilig Kerst, and World of Kina: The Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Heilig Kerst

Ghent City Centre