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Ghent, Belgium

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Ghent

Belgium

Best things to do in Ghent

10 curated attractions in Ghent, Belgium. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

April - June, September - October

Average temp

11°C/52°F

Budget

Expensive

Safety

Very safe

About Ghent

Ghent is a historic city in Belgium known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and vibrant cultural scene. Visitors often explore the iconic Gravensteen Castle and the Saint Bavo's Cathedral, home to the famous Ghent Altarpiece. The city is a hub for students, with the University of Ghent contributing to its lively atmosphere. People enjoy strolling along Graslei and Korenlei, streets lined with guildhalls that showcase the city's prosperous past. The local cuisine, including dishes like Waterzooi, can be savored in the bustling Patershol district. Ghent's public transportation is efficient, but the compact city center is best navigated on foot or by bicycle.

Vrijdagmarkt

Vrijdagmarkt

Squares & plazas
Patershol

Patershol

Old towns & historic quarters
Museum of Fine Arts Ghent (MSK)

Museum of Fine Arts Ghent (MSK)

Art museums & galleries
Belfry of Ghent

Belfry of Ghent

Monuments & memorials
Gravensteen

Gravensteen

Castles & palaces
Graslei and Korenlei

Graslei and Korenlei

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
St Michael's Bridge

St Michael's Bridge

Bridges
St Bavo's Cathedral

St Bavo's Cathedral

Churches & cathedrals
STAM Ghent City Museum

STAM Ghent City Museum

History museums
Werregarenstraat

Werregarenstraat

Street art districts

Where to eat in Ghent

The places worth planning a meal around.

Café Rosario

Café Rosario

★ 4.4 · 1,281 reviews

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