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Overview

Join our daily Free Historical Tour of Ghent and discover the highlights of our gorgeous city in the company of a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. We take you on a journey through the legendary past of Ghent and give you lots of tips on where to go and what to do in the city today. History and funny stories, legends and interesting facts, highlights and hidden gems — this tour has got everything to make your experience of Ghent authentic and exciting! If you cannot make it to the tour for whatever reason, please notify us, so we can open your slot to other visitors. Thank you and enjoy the tour! IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips, so please bring cash to reward the guide. The charged fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We meet in front of Hostel Uppelink on the St Michael's Bridge. Look for the RED umbrella! IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips. The fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.

End Point

End point

Belfry of Ghent.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. St Michael's Bridge

We start here with an introduction to the history of Ghent and the role the city played as a trading hub in medieval times. We also introduce you to the 3 towers of the Ghent skyline, which are best visible from this spot.

Duration: 15 mins

2. Graslei and Korenlei

At the Graslei, the beating heart of the historical city centre, we show you which buildings were involved in the trading activities when this area functioned as the city’s port.

Duration: 10 mins

3. Design Museum Gent

Here we explain why a specific aspect of the Design Museum very much symbolises the stubborn and rebellious mindset of the Gentenaars!

Duration: 10 mins

4. Het Groot Vleeshuis

With a view of the medieval covered Great Butchers’ Hall across the water, we tell you some darker facts about this majestic building.

Duration: 10 mins

5. Gravensteen

Unlike most castles, the medieval Castle of the Counts is located right the middle of the city and and is very well preserved. We will tell you all about its impressive past!

Duration: 10 mins

6. St. Veerleplein

The square in front of the castle is both known as the square of death as well as the square of life. You’ll find out why!

Duration: 10 mins

7. Huis van Alijn

The House of Alijn was a hospital and is the only remaining ‘god house’ in Ghent. We will tell you the unfortunate story of how it became a hospital.

Duration: 10 mins

8. Vrijdagmarkt

This illustrious square has played a prominent role in Ghent’s history, as well as the man whose statue is located in the middle. Our guide will share its fascinating history with you!

Duration: 10 mins

9. Werregarenstraat

As a way to keep our monumental buildings from being sprayed by graffiti, the city has designated a specific area for street artists to go wild. We’ll walk you through it!

Duration: 10 mins

10. Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)

To understand why our city hall looks a little bit ‘confused’, our guide will explain the most significant conflict in the history of Ghent.

Duration: 10 mins

11. St. Bavo's Cathedral

Our cathedral has a rich history and houses many art treasures, most notably the world-famous Ghent Altarpiece by the brothers Van Eyck. We’ll share some of this history with you.

Duration: 10 mins

12. Het Belfort van Gent

The Belfry is the people’s tower and reflects the stubbornness, power and independence of the city. As the former prison, its façade also tells the story of a bizarre legend that our guide will share with you.

Duration: 10 mins

13. Esglesia de Sant Nicolau

This gem from the early 12th century looks out over Korenmarkt and has St Nicholas, the protector of merchants and sailors, as its patron saint. The façade of this building shows us the legend of its patron saint: the perfect way to end this legendary tour!

Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

All Fees and Taxes

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Gent Free Walking Tour

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Overview

Meeting and Pickup

End Point

Language Offered

Itinerary

1. St Michael's Bridge

2. Graslei and Korenlei

3. Design Museum Gent

4. Het Groot Vleeshuis

5. Gravensteen

6. St. Veerleplein

7. Huis van Alijn

8. Vrijdagmarkt

9. Werregarenstraat

10. Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)

11. St. Bavo's Cathedral

12. Het Belfort van Gent

13. Esglesia de Sant Nicolau

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Cancellation Policy

Additional Info

Reviews

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