Visit one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe on an English-speaking tour of Ghent and discover the main attractions of the "Jewel of Flanders".
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 9 hours
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- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Itinerary
Starting location:
Carrefour de l'Europe
Bus / coach
(1.5 hours)
Ghent
Guided tour (2 hours)
Ghent
Free time (4 hours)
Bus / coach
(1.5 hours)
Arrive back at:
Carrefour de l'Europe
Main stop
Other stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Enjoy a guided tour of Ghent in Spanish
- Experience the charms of Ghent and its local residents
- Make use of 4 hours of free time to spend at your leisure
Full description
Meet your English-speaking guide at 8:30 AM in the center of Brussels and relax on the 60-kilometer journey to Ghent.
Explore Ghent and learn the history at sights such as the 13th century Castle of Gerald the Devil, and St. Bavo's Cathedral, where you can learn about "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb" by the Van Eyck brothers.
Hear why Ghent's inhabitants are known as noose-bearers as you visit the Belfry of Ghent and the Town Hall. Go to St. Nicholas’ Church and the Masons’ Guild Hall and see the quay side buildings of the Graslei. Visit medieval Gravensteen castle and enter the pretty Patershol neighborhood.
Explore Ghent's trading history at the Great Butchers’ Hall, Old Fish Market and Friday Market. Get 4 hours of free time for lunch and to stroll on your own.
Includes
- English-speaking guide
- Guided tour in Ghent
- Recommendations on what to see and do in the city
- Bus transfer from Brussels
- Lunch and drinks
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
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Participants
Date
Meeting point
Meet in front of the Hilton Grand Place Hotel at Brussels Central Station. The guide will be wearing ID of Buendia Tours.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- It is recommended that you arrive at the meeting point a few minutes in advance.