Ghent City Highlights Walking Tour with Light Mea/Snack
This tour combines a walking tour with a nice, light meal at the end. We start with a brief introduction at Vrijdagmarkt and then go on an explorer journey for 1.5 to 2 hours (including the meal).
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.
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. We look forward to welcoming you!
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Ghent City Highlights Walking Tour with Light Mea/Snack
What's included in Ghent City Highlights Walking Tour with Light Mea/Snack
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
VrijdagmarktPass-by Only
We start this walking tour with lunch in Ghent at the Artevelde statue at Friday Market. This is a historical square with interesting houses and some cool facts. After a brief introduction and information about what to expect, we explore the square and the surrounding streets. Please note that this itinerary is an example only. If people have a good fitness level (not mandatory though!!) we can cover more ground and therefore also different areas. Also, although it says that we do not make any stops, we do make stops at all landmarks so you can hear the stories told by your guide and to take pictures. We just cannot say how long we will be staying somewhere as that depends on the group. Just so you know :) When you book, please let us know your fitness level.
GravensteenPass-by Only
Following the discovery of Friday Market and surroundings, your guide will take you to another highlight of our city - the Castle of the Counts (Gravensteen). This is a medieval castle with a lot of stories to tell. Your guide will take you to the surrounding areas as well. For instance, Saint Veerle Square, Patershol, Prinsenhof and so on.
Graslei and KorenleiPass-by Only
From the Castle of the Counts, get yourself to the very heart of Ghent's old town with your guide. Graslei and Korenlei are not to be missed areas. This was the place to be in the Middle Ages, but it is still the most popular area to hang out. Your guide will explain to you its importance and tell you some hidden secrets.
Inclusions
- History of Ghent
- We accept solo travelers - Get in touch
- Walking tour
- Commission to Viator/TripAdvisor
- City Highlights and hidden gems
- A light meal at the end of the tour
- A local guide
- Gratuities for your guide
- Transport
- Drinks
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We do not accept guests that are ill (cold, coughing, sneezing)
- Bring comfy shoes and dress weather appropriately as tours go ahead rain or shine
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We meet all travellers at the Jacob Van Artevelde statue, which is situated in the middle of the square. It is walking distance (10 mins) from Korenmarkt. You can reach Korenmarkt with tram 1 direction Wondelgem or Evergem and you can take it straight at the Sint Pieters Station.
End Points
- The tour brings you back to the centre. As we change lunch suppliers, you might end on a different side of the city. Either you can walk back or take a bus or tram.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Upon arrival, please show your ticket to your guide.
