Ghent City Centre Travel Guide

Ghent

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

Popular places to visit

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

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 religious aspects, a church or cathedral 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 featuring an administrative building, interior views and heritage architecture

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 which includes a city, night scenes and heritage 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 a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

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

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 ₹8,639 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹8,639
₹9,870 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (938 reviews)
"Excellent all round. We will book again next year for the Gent Fest!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 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 ₹8,627 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹8,627
₹9,855 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (517 reviews)
Lovely hotel
"Was a perfect stay in Gent and a lovely hotel the hotel is across from a Parking garage. So convenient if you have a car Just remember lez tax."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is ₹12,446 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹12,446
₹13,903 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (965 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a central location. Lovely quality hotel. Room was a bit dark, could have done with better lighting. Excellent breakfast. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent

Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent

4 out of 5
Brabantdam 33, Ghent, Vlaanderen
The price is ₹11,541 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹11,541
₹12,944 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (203 reviews)
Nice and modern Hotel, with a cool roof terrace
"Nice and modern Hotel, with a cool roof terrace"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent
ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal

ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal

3 out of 5
Limburgstraat 2, Ghent
The price is ₹8,301 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹8,301
₹9,512 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"The hotel is situated within walking distance of all the major attractions. However, it is about a half hour walk from the main train station."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
Ghent Marriott Hotel

Ghent Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Korenlei 10, Ghent
The price is ₹12,575 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹12,575
₹14,042 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Excellent hotel stay
"Absolutely loved our stay at Marriott hotel. We were here for a long weekend as our son was playing in the Ghent festival. We requested a quiet room, so were at the back of the hotel. This was great as not too affected by the noise of the festival when going to bed. The hotel was very clean, our ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Ghent Marriott Hotel
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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 street scenes, heritage architecture and a river or creek

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 Friday Market Square and Gravensteen Castle 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 Travel Guide