Day Trip to Ghent

Discover a city frozen in time, full of charms, history and monuments. An exciting adventure through one of the most beautiful cities in Europe that will blow your mind. Take your chance and get your tickets now for a trip to medieval Ghent, a city you mustn’t miss!

  • Prices

    • Adult

      43

    • Under 26

      21,50

    • Under 12

      Free

Itinerary

With our Tour though Ghent from Brussels prepare to live a únique journey where you’ll meet one of the most beautiful cities in all of Europe. Experience the charming canals that go all over the city, travel back in time to the medieval times with the historic parts of the city, and enjoy the culture and gastronomy of the city as a native.

The trip will start early in the morning, where our guide will pick you up at the front door of the Central Station of Brussels. From there, you’ll trip to Ghent, one of the better preserved medieval cities in all of Europe, this is a fact that you all will be able to verify while you walk through the city. It was one of the most populated during the 16th century, and thanks to this his historic center is certainly an amazing sight.

The first stop will be Ghent 's Town Hall, an enormous building with an outstanding facade composed with an optical illusion that will blow your mind. Here is also one of the three towers of Ghent, belonging to St Bavo's Cathedral. This place is also relevant because one of the most important paintings in the whole world is resting inside, come and discover which one!

The second stop will also be the second tower of Ghent’s sky view. A 91 meters-tall tower, crowned by the statue of an imponent Drake will be watching over Ghent’s Bell tower. From there we’ll also visit the Wheat Market and Ghent’s Main square, two monumental places surrounded by the best architecture.

Nearby we’ll see St Nicholas’s Church, a gothic structure whose tower is the third crowning the sky. After, you’ll also get to visit the canals and the docks, an amazing ending for a complete tour over the city

But these are just some of the main points that you’ll see during your visit! We’ll also pass through the big Meat Market, the Castle of the Counts (also known as Gravensteen), the medieval walls, and many other places.

At the end of the visit you’ll have some hours of free time to roam around the city and discover it as you want to, and after we’ll all head back to Brussels. Will you miss it? Book your tickets now!

Details

    Duration

    9h 30min approx

    Included

    • Official Local guide in english
    • Round trip transportation by private bus

    Buendia Recommendations

    Top Recommendations. You will discover our elaborate selection of bars, restaurants, cultural plans, monuments, etc., and you will get to know the destination like a native.

    Language

    The visit is conducted in English

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellation is free and free of charge up to 24 hours before the activity. If you cancel with less time, arrive late or do not show up, no refund will be offered

Meeting Point

  • Under the columns of the main entrance of the station Brussel-Central, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel