St.-Pieters-Aalst

Ghent

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
Citadel Park showing a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and a garden

Citadel Park

This popular public park is among the most important green spaces in the city, home to pleasant paths and several unique museums.

Citadel Park
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

Things to do

Explore the best of Ghent and Bruges on your day trip from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels

RM242
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

RM49
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels

Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels

RM420
per adult
Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

RM544
per adult
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels
Graslei, Ghent

Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

RM15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent
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
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Top hotels in St.-Pieters-Aalst

Hotel Orion
Hotel Orion
3 out of 5
Krijgslaan 181, Ghent
The price is RM516 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM516
RM581 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (661 reviews)
"Great access if arriving by car. Lots of parking Very clean and spacious room. Sunken floor bath in room was lovely. Reception were helpful with getting into city centre. Tram stop was literally opposite Very well priced would highly recommend"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Hotel Orion
Van der Valk Hotel Gent
Van der Valk Hotel Gent
4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10, Ghent
The price is RM623 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
RM623
RM704 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (526 reviews)
"Food superb and great value"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
3.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 2, Ghent, East Flanders
The price is RM441 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
RM441
RM502 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
"Big room & great breakfast."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
The price is RM469 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
RM469
RM532 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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! (923 reviews)
"Great location for the main tourist sights. Convenient luggage storage. Breakfast basic but tasty."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 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 RM463 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
RM463
RM526 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (507 reviews)
"Nice location. Nice room. Staff were a bit unfriendly. I would stay here again though."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort
ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort
Kleindokkaai 27, Ghent, BE
The price is RM315 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM315
RM369 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (870 reviews)
"Very nice place. Staff super nice. Impeccable inside. Breakfast very tasty and long hours. Space available for our luggage when checking in before arrival time."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort
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Other neighbourhoods around St.-Pieters-Aalst

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Stationsbuurt Zuid

Stationsbuurt Zuid is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Atelierwoning Leon Sarteel and Museum for the History of Sciences.

Stationsbuurt Zuid
Citadel Park featuring a waterfall, a lake or waterhole and a park

Stationsbuurt Noord

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Unique features of Stationsbuurt Noord include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Museum of Fine Arts or Ghent University Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.

Stationsbuurt Noord
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Nieuw Gent

Travellers like the museums in Nieuw Gent, and Museum for the History of Sciences is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nieuw Gent
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Rijsenbergwijk

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Rijsenbergwijk, you might enjoy its river views and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by City Museum for Contemporary Art or Museum of Fine Arts.

Rijsenbergwijk
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Strop

While Strop isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Fine Arts and St. Peter's Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

Strop
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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

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