Ghent holidays

About Ghent

An elegant city where medieval streets and historic monuments jostle with winding canals and modern museums, Ghent makes a relaxing city break. Families will enjoy strolling the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, couples will love the romantic boat rides along the canal, and culture-seekers will be impressed by the city’s art treasures.

Things to see and do

• Grevensteen Castle - The only surviving castle of the Count of Flanders features a moat, turrets, guillotine and torture devices.
• Museum voor Schone Kunst (Museum of Fine Arts) - Contains a beautifully presented collection of early and modern art, including work from Flemish artists.
• Werregarensteeg (Graffiti Alley) - A tiny alley near the city centre where graffiti art is permitted and celebrated.
• Ghent City Centre - With its cobblestone streets, medieval buildings and winding canals, Ghent’s Old Town is the perfect place to see the city in all its beauty.
• STAM (Ghent City Museum) - Traces the story of Ghent through engaging displays and interactive exhibits.
• Admire Ghent’s medieval buildings on a walking tour of Graslei and Korenlei.
• Enjoy a plate of mussels and a cold glass of RoomeR at one of the waterfront restaurants in the Old Town.
• Marvel at the numerous treasures housed at the Sint-Baafskathedraal (St. Bavo’s Cathedral), including the famous ‘Adoration of the Mystic Lamb’ painting by Hubert and Jan van Eyck.
• Take a horse-drawn carriage from Sint-Baafsplein for a tour across the city.