Activity Ghent, Belgium

Guided tour of Ghent

4.3 (7 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Ghent, Graslei and Korenlei — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

With its historic center, its quaint little houses and its manicured canals, Ghent is, in its own right, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. With this combined tour you can discover it by land and by water.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–25
Guide: Spanish
Operated by: Buendía

Ages: Children (0–8 years) · Adults (9–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided tour of Ghent
Included: City tips / Travel tips
Included: Professional guide in Spanish

Not included

Not included: Food and drink

Itinerary

Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)

5 min

We begin our guided tour in front of the Town Hall. Here our guide will explain the different architectural styles of the building.
Het Belfort van Gent

10 min

Our guide will explain this iconic tower and the history surrounding your dragon.
St. Bavo's Cathedral

25 min

You will discover the exterior and interior of the Cathedral of Ghent, where the most stolen painting in history is kept, the famous painting by the Van Eyck brothers "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb".
Esglesia de Sant Nicolau

3 min

Do you know that Belgian churches organize concerts and other events?
Masons' Guild Hall

4 min

In front of the original facade of the masons' guild house, our guide will explain what the guild houses are and their peculiarity.
Korenmarkt

5 min

In front of the church of Saint Nicholas, we find the Korenmarkt. In this place the peculiar history of the building where the post office used to be will be explained.
St Michael's Bridge

7 min

On this bridge you can take some incredible photos. The history of the tower of the Church of San Miguel will also be explained here.
Graslei and Korenlei

10 min

We will follow the banks of the Lys river. We will get to know the buildings that surround the canal, such as the "grain house" or the current Marriott Hotel. You will also have the opportunity to take some photos.
Stop 9

7 min

The next stop is the meat house, which dates back to the 15th century and was originally a covered market.
Stop 10

3 min

In front of the Meat House, we will make a small stop at a traditional street stall. Here the seller will tell us about the most famous sweet in Ghent, the cuberdon.
St. Veerleplein

15 min

The last point of our guided tour is the Sint-Veerleplein square. Here our guide will explain the history of the square and the different buildings around it. Also, it will give you some tips on where to eat or which are the best souvenir shops.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Next to the Belfort tower. Our guides wear a black jacket with the Buendia Tours logo and also the logo of our main sponsor Air Europa.

End point

End of the Tour. Our guide will give you the best tips for sightseeing, eating and excursions in Belgium.

The end point is close to the center, therefore, to public transport and close to many good restaurants and bars.

Using your ticket

If you do not show up or cancel in the 24 hours prior to the service, you will be charged 100% of the total cost of the reservation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You will receive confirmation at the time of booking.
Our guides have in mind the best for clients; While the tour generally includes the sites and stories mentioned and takes about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.
Meals are not included, but your guide will be happy to point you to some great places to eat.