Best Walking Tours in Ghent

Discover the beauty of Ghent on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Ghent by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Ghent

Ghent Like a Local: Customized Private Tour in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 65.73

 

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

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Ghent Beer and Sightseeing Adventure in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (7 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 106.36

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Explore Ghent during this 4 hour beer and sightseeing experience. The tour includes a 1 hour visit of the Stadsbrewery with tastings, guided walking tour through the old center, geneva gin tasting, 5 beer tastings and visit of a chocolate factory.

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Guided tour of Ghent in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (7 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 17.93

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

With its historic center, its quaint little houses and its manicured canals, Ghent is, in its own right, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. With this combined tour you can discover it by land and by water.

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e-Scavenger hunt Mons: Explore the city at your own pace in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 37.05

 

Get to know Mons (Bergen) in a unique and affordable way. We offer you a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city. Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Mons with our unique city game app. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose. This city game is also a perfect activity for large groups.

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Ghent: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 8.96

 

WHY CHOOSE US? We offer the best stories (30+) handpicked by a local guide. Not just dry facts, but engaging tales that bring the city to life. Loved by travelers – or your money back! WHAT TO EXPECT • The tour leads you to renowned landmarks such as Saint Bavo Kathedral, The Belfry tower and Gravensteen Castle, along with hidden treasures like the little Gallows House and a famous beer brewery. • Captivating stories Dive into ghent's rich history and culture. Learn about the city's past and present and be surprised by the indepth stories of a local guide. • Total flexibility Walk at your own pace, pause whenever you want, and enjoy the tour over two days. TRANSFORM YOUR VISIT TO GHENT INTO AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE!

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Hidden Ghent: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Of The Flemish City in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)

From $ 14.99

 

Are you looking for a way to see Ghent without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. Discover hidden gems in the lesser-known Flemish city on this self-guided walking tour. Unearth forgotten relics and historical marvels in Ghent’s oldest neighborhoods. Hear from your guide, who is passionate about unveiling Ghent’s intriguing history. Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish. Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it. Use the virtual tour option at home

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Kortrijk Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.84

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Step into the world of Sherlock Holmes and solve a mysterious case during the Sherlock Holmes City Game - a self-guided adventure full of puzzles, plot twists, and hidden clues. This City Game is all about story-driven gameplay and immersive mystery solving, it pulls you into a captivating story that you solve together, making it a unique way to connect, play, and create memories with your group. Perfect for friends, families, colleagues or solo players who enjoy a challenge and love detective games. Whether you play solo or in teams, it's a flexible and fun experience that turns the city into your crime-solving playground. After booking, check your email for clear instructions, download the Loquiz app, and dive straight into your detective mission.

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Ghent Private Beer Tour with an Expert in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 239.00

 

Uncover the rich tapestry of Ghent's brewing heritage on this immersive 3-hour beer tasting tour led by Yves, the Beardbarian, and his team. With a unique blend of history and flavor, this tour invites you to savor 4-6 carefully selected beers while delving into the medieval roots of the city. Each sip reveals captivating stories and folklore, illuminating the integral role of beer in Ghent's cultural evolution. Whether you're a connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, this expert-led experience promises an engaging exploration of local brewing traditions and methods. - Taste 4-6 expertly chosen beers, tailored to your preferences - Discover the brewing traditions behind Ghent's local beer styles - Learn about the medieval history and beer's cultural significance - Enjoy an informative and engaging tour with a local beer historian

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Belgian Hidden Architectural Gem in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (2 reviews)

From $ 18.39

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Ghent is the hidden gem of Belgium, it is a true city with vivid life today. It’s history is rich and that is -obviously- reflected in the Architecture. From a stone castle in the 900s we start a tour til we finish right of Belgium Silicon Valley (the alternative name of Ghent). This tour is dedicated to enrich your knowledge of European architecture and history through the rise and fall of the Holy Roman Empire on the hands of Ghent’s most famous person: Emperor Charles V. He was born in the Counts of Flandre castle to rule Europe at that time.

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Half-Day Private Highlights and Hidden Gems of Ghent Tour in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 137.43

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Ghent is both a historic gem rich in history and architecture and a vibrant, innovating student city. This tour is for those that want to get to know these many diverse sides. The tour covers both the highlights and many hidden gems. Medieval history and architecture with castles, belfry, churches, guild halls, abbeys and merchants’ and patricians’ houses. Repurposed industrial structures and the monumental buildings of the socialist movement from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Picturesque neighbourhoods and photogenic bridges over one of Ghent’s rivers or canals. 13th century beguinages (closed community formerly inhabited by a movement of pious laywomen) and 21st century modern structures. Disappeared abbeys and palaces. University buildings and many students. Ghent has so much to offer and your local guide would love to show it to you!

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Ghent Christmas Market Tour With A Professional Guide in Ghent

Ghent , Flanders

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 254.31

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

The spirit of Christmas is best represented by a visit to a Christmas market. Ghent receives their Holiday happy guests with more than 150 stalls selling snacks and drinks, fancy gifts and crafts, that radiate out from Sint-Baafsplein, towards the Botermarkt, Klein Turkije and until the Korenmarkt. Wander among the scents of pine resin and mulled wine to top off the full experience. The twinkling lights of Ghent and it’s green winter scenery will show you this city at it’s best. This tour is only available during the following dates: 9 until 31 December 2021 Any booking after or before these dates will be cancelled, due to the fact that the Christmas Markets are not open for business.

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Local Tips for Ghent

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Ghent at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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