Walking Tour - Ghent City Highlights and Beyond

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ID: GYG564905-966912
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Country: Belgium

Duration: 01:30 hours


Description

Discover Ghent's famous highlights as well as hidden spots that will take you outside the city centre and let you see a part of this amazing city that you otherwise would miss out on!
We start with a brief introduction at Vrijdagmarkt and then go on an explorer journey for 1.5 to 2 hours. During this time you will find out where the name Ghent comes from and visit the very origins of our city, which is almost 1400 years old.

Explore sites such as our yacht harbour (Portus Ganda), the tree medieval towers (Saint Bavo Cathedral, the Ghent Belfry and Saint Nicholas Church) and the historical harbour with Graslei and Korenlei quays, where the hustle and bustle never ceases. It is the also area where all trade took place during the late medieval times, which resulted in Ghent being the most prosperous city in Northern Europe at the time.

Ghent is however so much more then this. It is the home of 3 beguinages, some exquisite museums, parks, host of the 1913 World Expo and capital of street art (and we do not just mean the popular Graffiti Street). Furthermore, it is a lively city where visitors, residents and students meet.

This tour is an ideal introduction to Ghent and combines history with the the latest developments. Ghent is a continuous evolving city and we are very proud to show her to the world! Your tour comes to an end near the historic city center, the ideal spot to continue exploring on your own. 

Highlights

  • Delve into the local culture on a guided walking tour of Ghent
  • Get to know the city and its people
  • Leave your tour with a deeper understanding of Ghent’s history
  • See the city highlights like Ghent City Hall, City Pavilion, and other sites
  • Small groups only

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You need to be able to walk 3 - 5 kilometers at a gentle pace
Tours go ahead in rain or shine
You will meet your guide at the Jacob Van Artevelde statue in the middle of the square.
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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

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.