THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Ghent - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor
Things to Do in Ghent

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Things to Do in Ghent


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Top Attractions in Ghent

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  • cecelia j
    2 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent venue. Loved the free/included audio tour. A comical way to learn history. Highly recommended. Note for those challenged by stairs, there are many. At least two spiral stone staircases (1-way up, another way down) + other stairs. Great view from the top. We very much enjoyed our visit. (2 Older Americans).
    Written May 22, 2024
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  • Angelo Z
    Crawford, TX333 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our guide Albert took us on a walking tour of the old town. Very interesting lots to see. Definitely would visit. You can do Brugge and Ghent in a day trip from Brussels. The train is only a little over an hour from Brussels Central Station.
    Written May 6, 2024
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  • David
    Lille, France1,815 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    These are absolutely beautiful walking areas of Ghent. Lovely historic buildings reflected in the calm waters. A must see in the evening
    Written March 23, 2024
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  • Lovetotravel7559
    Arvada, CO473 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The artificial experience with special headset was fabulous and told us so much about the famous alter piece. Also in this church is a huge Reuben painting. Fabulous
    Written May 21, 2024
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA16,140 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This beautiful bridge was built for an international fair and became a major route across the city's river. Now you can stroll across it and enjoy the canal houses. It has an historic basis.
    Written November 28, 2023
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  • Avidesh
    Oxford, UK598 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a lovely experience here. The view from the Belfry was simply amazing. Seeing the original dragon statue was also fantastic. Loved the fact that it had a lift to the viewing point.
    Written December 31, 2023
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  • Russell G
    London, UK124 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very glad we made the effort to come here, it's slightly outside of Ghent central are. Its set in an old Abbey building, lots of exhibits and information, excellent cafe as well....
    Written March 10, 2024
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA16,140 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is one of the biggest churches in the city and it is set in a lovely square with lots of places to eat and drink around it. In fact we sat in a cafe and had a cold drink and then went into the church to tour it. It was grand, gothic design.
    Written November 30, 2023
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  • Ruxandra Pop
    16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Top paintings by flemish artists. Highly recommend! One of the best things to do in Ghent. Don't miss it especially if you are an arts fan
    Written April 3, 2024
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  • Leonhkny
    Hong Kong, China19,615 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is the place to escape the urban bust in downtown Ghent. Patershol is a pleasant and peaceful area north of the popular cathedrals. Visitors can freely wander around cobblestoned alleys and historic houses without any crowd.
    Written June 11, 2023
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  • henry16
    Kettering, UK438 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Simply a nice place to sit and watch the world go by. On a nice day bring a picnic and sit on the wall or your chips and stew from the kiosk at the slaughterhouse.
    Written March 11, 2024
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA16,140 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I enjoyed this simple museum set in a group of old houses. The subject is everyday life years ago in Ghent and Belgium. Everyday objects, lots of nostalgia. But also descriptions that explain how the objects represent changes in society and history. I compared the objects and displays to similar situations in the US.
    Written December 3, 2023
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