Ghent Walking Tour – City Highlights and Beyond Tradition

We start with a brief introduction at Vrijdagmarkt and then go on an explorer journey for 1.5 to 2 hours. During this time you will find out where the name Ghent comes from and visit the very origins of our city, which is almost 1400 years old. Explore sites such as our yacht harbour (Portus Ganda), the tree medieval towers (Saint Bavo Cathedral, the Ghent Belfry and Saint Nicholas Church) and the historical harbour with Graslei and Korenlei quays, where the hustle and bustle never ceases. It is the also area where all trade took place during the late medieval times, which resulted in Ghent being the most prosperous city in Northern Europe at the time. Ghent is however so much more then this. It is the home of 3 beguinages, some exquisite museums, parks, host of the 1913 World Expo and capital of street art (and we do not just mean the popular Graffiti Street). Furthermore, it is a lively city where visitors, residents and students meet.

We start this walking food tour in Ghent at the Artevelde statue at Friday Market. This is a historical square with interesting houses and some cool facts. After a brief introduction and information about what to expect, we explore the square and the surrounding streets. Please note that this itinerary is an example only. Just so you know 🙂 You need to be able to walk at least 5 km though, so make sure you have good walking shoes. We always make stops for photos. If children join, they need to keep up with the walking pace of the slowest adult. If that is not possible, please ask about private options.

Following the discovery of Friday Market and surroundings, your guide will take you to another highlight of our city - the Castle of the Counts (Gravensteen). This is a medieval castle with a lot of stories to tell. Your guide will take you to the surrounding areas as well. For example Patershol.

The Ghent Belfry is one of the oldest in Belgium and next on your itinerary. As a matter of fact, you will get to see the Saint Nicolas Church, the Belfry and the Saint Bavo Cathedral all at once. These are the 3 Medieval towers of Ghent.

Ghent's most popular quays and the location where the trade took place in medieval times. It is now a hotspot for cafes and restaurants.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• We do not accept guests that are ill (coughing, sneezing)

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• A local guide
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• Small groups only (1 to 12 people)
• Commission to Viator/Tripadviser
• Best of historical and modern day Ghent
• City sightseeing and historical landmarks

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• This Tour is Provided by Ghent Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Brussels.
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• Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.