Kunstenkwartier Travel Guide

Ghent

Château des comtes de Gand
Château des comtes de Gand
"Feestlokaal van Vooruit" is a historic hall complex built in 1913. Originally it was the party and arts centre of the Ghent labour movement. Since 1982 it has been used by “Arts Centre Vooruit”. They organize numerous events in the 5 most important halls of the building such as debates, literature evenings, concerts, parties, stage performances, dance ... #Ghent #Trovember
City library "De Krook" was built in 2017 by architects Coussée & Goris and Aranda Pigam Vilalta Arquitectes. The sculpture group in front, 3 metres high, is a work by artist Michaël Borremans*. It shows a group of 4 people, each with a different skin colour, leaning their heads against each other. The work symbolizes the exchange of knowledge and culture at the Krook. #Ghent #Trovember #Architecture #Art *Michaël Borremans is a Belgian painter and sculptor. Borremans' work can be seen in the collections of, among others, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Art Institute of Chicago.
Not everything is medieval in the city centre. “De Krook”, the new public library, opened in March 2017. #architecture #Ghent #Trovember

Popular places to visit

Ghent, Belgium, at sunset in spring with a rainbow. Historic city where you can see both Korenlei and Graslei as the river Lys

Ghent University

4/5(13 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at Ghent University during your stay in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Ghent University
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
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
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
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
Citadel Park which includes a statue or sculpture, a garden and heritage architecture

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

Top hotels in Kunstenkwartier

JAM Ghent

JAM Ghent

Gaspar de Craeyerstraat 2 Ghent Belgium
The price is ₹6,866 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹6,866
₹8,633 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions St. Peter's Square and Kuipke are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
The hotel was very cool, with great rooms and nice open spaces. Plus, it was close to plenty of great restaurants and a short walk from the old city.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

JAM Ghent
ibis Gent Centrum Opera

ibis Gent Centrum Opera

3 out of 5
Nederkouter 24 Ghent
The price is ₹7,435 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹7,435
₹9,263 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (368 reviews)
Clean. Great staff.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

ibis Gent Centrum Opera
One Two Four Hotel & Spa

One Two Four Hotel & Spa

124 Bagattenstraat Ghent
The price is ₹21,059 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹21,059
₹24,530 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Vooruit Arts Centre and Book Tower are located ...
One Two Four Hotel & Spa
The Hide

The Hide

4 out of 5
134 Nederkouter Ghent Vlaams Gewest
The price is ₹14,097 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
₹14,097
₹16,724 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Book Tower and Grand Beguinage St Elisabeth ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
The Daydreamer was well located, and very attractive, with trompe l’oeil fragments on the ceiling. Everything was well appointed, and the shower gel smells wonderful. The staff was responsive and helpful.

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

The Hide
Novotel Gent Centrum

Novotel Gent Centrum

3.5 out of 5
Hoogpoort 52 Ghent
The price is ₹9,182 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹9,182
₹11,227 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Very nice staff. Good breakfast and decent bar. Wouldn't stay again as room very noisy with shouting from street until 4am both nights and then the road sweepers started at 8

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Novotel Gent Centrum
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17 Ghent
The price is ₹7,754 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
₹7,754
₹9,628 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Very nice hotel, new and clean in great location.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
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Other neighbourhoods around Kunstenkwartier

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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 South Shopping Center or Ghent Public Library.

Zuid
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Muinkparkwijk

Muinkparkwijk is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ghent area, you might plan a trip to St. Peter's Square or Capitole Theatre.

Muinkparkwijk
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
Ghent Town Hall featuring street scenes, a sunset and an administrative building

Ghent City Centre

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Masons' Guild Hall or Belfry of Ghent while you're exploring.

Ghent City Centre
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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
Ghent XXL panorama

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

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