Ghent City Centre

Ghent

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

Popular places to visit

Gravensteen featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and street scenes

Gravensteen Castle

4.5/5(66 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 which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements

Saint Bavo Cathedral

4.5/5(71 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 which includes interior views, heritage architecture and an administrative building

Ghent Town Hall

4/5(11 reviews)

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 modern architecture, night scenes and a city

Belfry of Ghent

4.5/5(45 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 featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

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: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

S$23
per adult
Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

S$15
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

S$15
per adult
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

S$5
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Taste an artisanal praline

Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included

S$5
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

S$151
per adult
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels
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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 S$146 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$146
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel is in the perfect location with quick access to the main square, trams, shopping, restaurants & cafes. Our first room hadn't been properly cleaned when we checked in, but they quickly rectified the situation and gave us a different one, which we appreciated. The rooms are sound proof but ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct, 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Novotel Gent Centrum

Novotel Gent Centrum

3.5 out of 5
Hoogpoort 52, Ghent
The price is S$194 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
S$194
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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)
"Excellent location and the staff was amazing. They allowed us to check in early which was very helpful considering we had just flown in that morning. Thanks!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct, 2025

Novotel Gent Centrum
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is S$206 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
S$206
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Ghent was beautiful and we enjoyed our stay here."

Reviewed on 26 Sept, 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$119 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
S$119
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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! (555 reviews)
"Great place to stay and extremely helpful staff. Very walkable and safe area, surrounded by historical places and great restaurants."

Reviewed on 28 Sept, 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Cour St Georges

Cour St Georges

Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
The price is S$104 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
S$104
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (518 reviews)
"Staff is amazing and remembers you by name! The location is perfect!! Walking distance to every thing in the city center. They are kind enough to offer storage for your luggage before check in…so appreciated that! Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 8 Sept, 2025

Cour St Georges
1898 The Post

1898 The Post

Graslei 16, Ghent
The price is S$293 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$293
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (750 reviews)
"An awesome place to stay. Staff was very friendly and breakfast was delicious. Try the omelette!!!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept, 2025

1898 The Post
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Other neighbourhoods around Ghent City Centre

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Graslei and Korenlei

If you're spending some time in Graslei and Korenlei, Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Graslei and Korenlei
Gravensteen featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and street scenes

Patershol

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

Sluizeken might not have many top sights, but Monastery of the Augustinian Fathers and Big Cannon are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sluizeken
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Red Light District

While there might not be top attractions in Red Light District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Glass Alley and Capitole Theatre.

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

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of St. Macharius include the historical 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