Ghent City Centre

Ghent

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

Popular places to visit

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

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 showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

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 showing an administrative buidling, heritage architecture and interior views

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 showing a city, heritage architecture and modern architecture

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 showing heritage architecture, religious aspects 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

Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

RM50
per adult
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

RM50
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Ghent: Museum of Fine Arts Entry Ticket

Ghent: Museum of Fine Arts Entry Ticket

RM109
per adult
Ghent: Museum of Fine Arts Entry Ticket
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

RM496
per adult
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

RM15
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Taste an artisanal praline

Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included

RM15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included
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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 RM419 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM419
RM478 total
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! (1,017 reviews)
"Hôtel ultra propre, moderne, joli et pratique. Parfaitement situé (en plein centre ville + quartier sûr et avec nombreuses options shopping + restauration). Chambre confortable avec équipements très fonctionnels et produits d'accueil de qualité. Petit-déjeuner buffet très frais. Fontaines à eau/thé ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Novotel Gent Centrum

Novotel Gent Centrum

3.5 out of 5
Hoogpoort 52, Ghent
The price is RM569 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
RM569
RM638 total
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! (992 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and efficient"

Reviewed on 13 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 RM602 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM602
RM673 total
19 Oct - 20 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Stunning hotel with a great location and fine dining food"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Cour St Georges

Cour St Georges

Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
The price is RM288 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
RM288
RM339 total
20 Oct - 21 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! (527 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Cour St Georges
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM346 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
RM346
RM402 total
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! (559 reviews)
"A great find in the centre of Gent. This is an unusual hotel in an old seminary building which has been stylishly converted inside. If you want something that mixes old and new, as well as being very convenient for the centre of Gent, this fits the bill. The studios vary in shape and size, are clean ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
NH Collection Gent

NH Collection Gent

4 out of 5
Hoogpoort 63, Ghent
The price is RM647 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM647
RM720 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Huge clean room!!!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

NH Collection Gent
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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 showing a river or creek, street scenes and heritage architecture

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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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
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Kunstenkwartier

5/5(2 area reviews)

Kunstenkwartier is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Abbey.

Kunstenkwartier

Ghent City Centre