Join our daily Free Historical Tour of Ghent and discover the highlights of our gorgeous city in the company of a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. We take you on a journey through the legendary past of Ghent and give you lots of tips on where to go and what to do in the city today. History and funny stories, legends and interesting facts, highlights and hidden gems — this tour has got everything to make your experience of Ghent authentic and exciting! If you cannot make it to the tour for whatever reason, please notify us, so we can open your slot to other visitors. Thank you and enjoy the tour! IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips, so please bring cash to reward the guide. The charged fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.
Experience an enthralling tour of 40 minutes along the waterways of the medieval centre of Ghent. Admire the three towers of Ghent, two castles, an ancient port and various guild halls. Highly recommended if you would like to explore and discover the city of Ghent. Guide on board! Boat trips start in the city centre of Ghent, from the jetty at the green hut, Korenlei A4, 9000 Gent.
Join our Private Historical Tour: The Best of Gent and discover the most emblematic monuments of our gorgeous city in the company of a knowledgeable and passionate guide. We take you on a journey through the legendary past of Ghent and give you lots of tips on where to go and what to do in the city today. History and funny stories, legends and interesting facts, highlights and hidden gems — this tour has got everything to make your experience of Ghent authentic and exciting!
e-Scavenger hunt Ghent: Explore the city at your own pace
Get to know Ghent in a unique and affordable way. We offer you a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city. Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Ghent with our unique city game app. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose. This city game is also a perfect activity for large groups.
Ghent Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Explore Ghent at your own pace! The app offers a self-guided audio tour. The map guides your route, and engaging audio commentary acts as your personal guide. You'll experience the best: Gravensten Castle, Belfort, The oldest house in Ghent, The biggest brothel in Ghent, Ancient markets, Old churches, Most picturesque streets and quais. The tour includes 31 points and is designed for two hours of walking at a moderate pace. You’re free to pause the audio guide at any point to relax in a café or buy souvenirs. You can turn down any pretty alley and return to the route, skip something that isn’t interesting or listen to the recording again. The walk through the historic center of Ghent starts and ends in the Sint-Michielsbrug. Once finished, you can continue exploring the city or take a river cruise (not included in the tour).
As a guide, I promise to deliver you a high-energy, light-hearted tour that will allow you to understand the core of Ghent's history and culture. No fanciful urban legends passed on as truths, nor boring summaries of names and dates: just true stories that offer a meaningful insight into the development of an amazing town. If you let me know about your personal interests through mail, I'll be more than happy to include stories that fit your personality!