Historic Highlights, by a local guide

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About this activity

We're so delighted! It was really interesting, fascinating and attractive dive into the history and lifestyle of Gent. The guide is a real pro. It seems like they know the story behind each building in the city. The time has passed very quickly.

The walking tour of Gent with Jurgen was one of the highlights of our trip. Jurgen, being a professor of history is not only knowledgeable on the history of Gent but his passion for the subject is incredible. We learned a lot and saw many of the historical and key sites in the city. Highly Recommended Tour for those who are looking for a private walking tour of the city. 5 out of 5 stars.

This is a great experience! Jurgen is a knowledgeable and thoughtful guide. A perfect tour for first time visitors to Ghent.

Jorgen was such a pleasure to spend a morning with - we enjoyed our walk, and getting to chat with a local who really loves his town.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Agelandkaai Tours

Ages: Adults (12–118 years)

What is included

Included

Included: We'll be walking, and I`ll be talking…

Itinerary

Stop 1

5 min Admission not included

This is the starting point of the tour.

Our house is located on the Napoleon De Pauw lock, where in the 16th century the mote around the Spanish Castle was.
Stop 2

10 min

After we passed by the old St Baafs abbey to the confluence of Leie and Schelde, where ghent originated, we follow our tour onto Bisdomkaai.
St. Bavo's Cathedral

10 min Admission not included

The cathedral houses the Lam Gods by Van Eyck, where there is a new virtual tour about inside the cathedral, which is worth the visit.
Kouter

10 min

The Kouter and it's surroundings gives us an insight in the 18th and 19th century atmosphere in Ghent
Hotel d'Hane Steenhuyse

10 min Admission not included

Is an 18th century city palace with magnificent ceilings and ornaments. Beautiful garden also, is a hidden secret.
Gravensteen

10 min Admission not included

After a few unlisted 'attractions', we arrive at the Castle of the Flemish counts. Admission is not included.
Patershol

15 min

One of the oldest parts of ghent.
Stop 8

Passing by

This street has many little restaurants. If you go to Enzo, from pizzeria Neapolis, and you give him one of our business cards, you get 10 % of your food.
Vrijdagmarkt

15 min

End point of the tour, with explanation on the Socialist movement.

Also nice restaurants and bars here to have a drink afterwards.