Bus day trip to Ghent from Brussels

Make the most of your time in Belgium during this full-day excursion to Ghent from Brussels. Don’t worry about time-consuming public transit; instead, benefit from round-trip transfers, as well as the insight of a local guide who can share context you might not have discovered alone, before exploring independently at your own pace.

We arrive to Ghent, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. We walk to the centre, where the guided tour will begin.

We start our guided tour in front of the Town Hall. Here our guide will explain us the different architectural styles of the building.

Our guide will explain this emblematic tower and the history surrounding its dragon.

You will discover the outside and the inside of Ghent’s Cathedral, where the most stolen painting in history is kept, the famous painting of the Van Eyck brothers “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”.

Do you know that Belgian churches host concerts and other events?

In front of the original facade of the Masons guild house, our guide will explain what guild houses are and the peculiarity of this one.

In front Saint Nicholas Church, we found the Korenmarkt. In this spot will be explained the peculiar history of the building where the post office used to be.

Upon this bridge you will be able to take incredible photos. Here will also be explained the story of the tower of Saint Michael's Church.

We are going to follow the Lys riverbank. We will get to know the buildings surrounding Lys river such as diferent Guild Houses or the current Marriot Hotel. You will also have the chance to take some photos.

The Great Butchers’, which dates back to the 15th century, was originally a covered market.

In front the Great Butcher's Hall, we will make a little stop in a traditional market stall where the seller will tell us about Ghent’s more famous candy, the cuberdon.

The last point of our guided tour is Sint-Veerleplein Square. Here our guide will explain the story of the square and the different buildings around it. Also, will give some tips about where to eat or which are the best souvenir shops. The guide will also remember when and where you must be to take the bus back to Brussels.

Free time, you will enjoy about 4 hours of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive the confirmation at time of booking
• Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
• No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you in the direction of some great food spots 🙂
• Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat

• 3 days per week
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• Professional English-speaking guide
• City tips
• Guided walking tour in Ghent
• Round-trip with A/C

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and drinks

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• This Tour is Provided by Buendía.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Brussels.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 53 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.