Ghent City Centre

Ghent

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

Popular places to visit

Gravensteen which includes heritage architecture, château or palace and street scenes

Gravensteen Castle

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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 aspects and heritage architecture

Saint Bavo Cathedral

5/5(12 reviews)

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 featuring heritage architecture, interior views and an administrative building

Ghent Town Hall

3/5(1 review)

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, heritage architecture and modern architecture

Belfry of Ghent

4.5/5(10 reviews)

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 heritage architecture, religious elements 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

4/5(1 review)

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

CA $16
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

CA $5
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

CA $45
per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

CA $72
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour

CA $24
per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

CA $95
per adult
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre
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Ghent City Centre Hotel Deals

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
The price is CA $136 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $136
CA $155 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (949 reviews)
"Staff somewhat aloof and unfriendly"

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $128 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $128
CA $147 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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! (518 reviews)
2 nights away.
"Good location for easy walking to town for shopping, eating and looking around the character buildings."

Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent

Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent

4 out of 5
Brabantdam 33, Ghent, Vlaanderen
The price is CA $186 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $186
CA $209 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (207 reviews)
"Great check-in experience, friendly and helpful staff, clean room, great restaurant and rooftop. The only issue we had was being charged extra 47 euros when we were told they were not busy and could checkout at 2pm at no charge. Highly recommend otherwise."

Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2025

Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent
Cour St Georges

Cour St Georges

Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
The price is CA $94 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
CA $94
CA $110 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (483 reviews)
"Perfect hotel well within the core of Ghent."

Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2025

Cour St Georges
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is CA $192 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
CA $192
CA $215 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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! (974 reviews)
"Amazing location in the city centre. The hotel is absolutely beautiful."

Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Ghent Marriott Hotel

Ghent Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Korenlei 10, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $191 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $191
CA $214 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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! (1,000 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel in the heart of Ghent. We visited for the weekend and we were not disappointed. Ghent festival was on during our visit, which was an added bonus…. We will definitely be back. Beautiful city, fantastic hotel; clean, with large refurbed rooms. convenient location with wonderful ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Ghent Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ghent City Centre

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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 which includes heritage architecture, château or palace 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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Sluizeken

While Sluizeken might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles and Friday Market Square.

Sluizeken
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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
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St. Macharius

4/5(1 area review)

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

Ghent City Centre

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