From Brussels: Day Trip to Ghent with Atomium in English
ID: GYG168014-253610
Category:
Country: Belgium
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
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".
Begin the full-day tour to Ghent by boarding a bus at Brussels Central Station at the scheduled time.
Before leaving Brussels behind, we'll make a stop at the emblematic Atomium. We'll admire the monument, standing at more than 100 meters (328 ft) high and the spheres of about 18 meters (59 ft) in diameter representing the nine provinces of Belgium before continuing on our way.
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.
Highlights
- Enjoy a guided tour of Ghent in English
- Experience the charms of Ghent and its local residents
- Make use of 4 hours of free time to spend at your leisure
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• It is recommended that you arrive at the meeting point a few minutes in advance.
• Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat.
Meet in front of the Hilton Grand Place Hotel at Brussels Central Station. The guide will be wearing ID of Buendia Tours.
INCLUDED
- English-speaking guide
- Guided tour in Ghent
- Bus transfer from Brussels
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
