Ghent Walking Tour with Optional Boat Trip｜Belgium

Discover Ghent with an expert local guide and uncover the history, stories and legends behind this fascinating medieval city.

Begin your visit at St. Nicholas’ Church and St. Bavo’s Cathedral, two impressive Gothic landmarks. The cathedral is home to “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb” by the Van Eyck brothers, one of Belgium’s most famous works of art. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the painting and its symbolism.

Continue to Ghent’s Town Hall and the Belfry, one of the city’s most iconic towers. Then travel back in time as you explore the Graslei and Korenlei, the historic heart of Ghent’s trading district, and learn about the city’s medieval guilds.

Discover the historic Meat and Fish Markets and their role in Ghent’s development before continuing through the atmospheric Patershol neighbourhood. The tour also takes you to the impressive Castle of the Counts of Flanders, where you’ll hear the stories and legends surrounding this medieval fortress.

Along the way, your guide will share local tips and recommendations to help you make the most of your time in Ghent.

To enhance your visit, you can choose an option that includes a relaxing boat ride through Ghent’s beautiful waterways. Glide along the Leie River and Lieve Canal while taking in views of the city’s historic buildings, bridges and picturesque quays from the water.