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

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

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

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

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

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

S$15
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

S$4
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

S$70
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour

S$22
per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

S$88
per adult
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

S$42
per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$146 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$146
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (987 reviews)
City break
"City break with family"

Reviewed on 19 Aug, 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$195 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$195
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (996 reviews)
"We stayed one night at this hotel and had just the best time. The hotel is beautiful with lovely comfortable rooms and is in a great location where all the sights of Ghent are within walking distance. Highly recommend and would come back."

Reviewed on 20 Aug, 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is S$135 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
S$135
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (530 reviews)
"Love the interior of this property, the color pairing makes me feel aesthetic. The small kitchen unit is very useful to me and it comes with all the equipment I need to do simple cooking. The separated nook in the corner for working and eating is very nice. The bed and comforter are so comfy. Bathroom ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug, 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent

Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent

4 out of 5
Brabantdam 33, Ghent, Vlaanderen
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$193 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$193
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (218 reviews)
"Really nice boutique hotel walkable to the center. Very nice crew. Comfortable rooms with all amenities"

Reviewed on 19 Aug, 2025

Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent
Cour St Georges

Cour St Georges

Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
The price is S$104 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
S$104
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (493 reviews)
"Perfect hotel well within the core of Ghent."

Reviewed on 17 Jul, 2025

Cour St Georges
ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal

ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal

3 out of 5
Limburgstraat 2, Ghent
The price is S$147 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
S$147
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"Great place to stay. The breakfast was delicious, and the room had a nice boutique feel."

Reviewed on 31 Jul, 2025

ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
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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 Big Cannon and Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles 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 Protestant Church - Gent Centrum.

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