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

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

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

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

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

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

Graslei, Ghent

Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

RM15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent
Explore the best of Ghent and Bruges on your day trip from Brussels

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

RM233
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

RM50
per adult
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent
40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent

40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent

RM50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent
Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels

Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels

RM421
per adult
Ghent and Bruges Full Day Tour from Brussels
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
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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 RM417 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM417
RM476 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Clean room, good location"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 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
The price is RM600 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM600
RM670 total
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! (1,001 reviews)
The Best Place to Stay in Ghent
"This is a beautiful hotel with phenomenal customer service. The hotel is located right on the periphery of the historic center of Ghent on a quiet street with taxi access and several restaurants. Ghent is magnificent, and when we go back, we'll definitely stay at Pillows."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Cour St Georges

Cour St Georges

Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
The price is RM287 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
RM287
RM338 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 RM344 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
RM344
RM399 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! (556 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay if you are exploring Gent. We are a family of four with two younger kids and it was perfect. Walking distance to all the historic sites and great neighborhoods. Very safe area. The hotel was very clean and the staff was great. We loved it."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Novotel Gent Centrum

Novotel Gent Centrum

3.5 out of 5
Hoogpoort 52, Ghent
The price is RM567 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
RM567
RM635 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! (991 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
NH Collection Gent

NH Collection Gent

4 out of 5
Hoogpoort 63, Ghent
The price is RM644 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM644
RM717 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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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