Ghent tour from Brussels
Discover Ghent, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe!At 8.30am you will pick up at the center of Brussels to head for Ghent, a city located 60 km from the capital. During the guided tour, you will visit the Castle the Devil, the impressive Saint Bavo's Cathedral, where you can see the famous painting of the Van Eyck brothers “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”. You will admire the Ghent's buildings dating from the fifteenth or sixteenth century as the Guild House of the Masons in conjunction with other more modern and avant-garde structures of the latest architecture. Then, the tour of Ghent will take you to the Dock of herbs and grains, the fish and meat market, the busy Friday Square, and finally to the majestic Castle of the Counts of Flanders.
Good to know
Know in advance: Tour starts from 8.30am until 6.00 pm (approx.)
Discover all the charm of the city
Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat
Learn about the history of the Gentians
Remember to bring: Comfortable shoes
See the beautiful architecture in Ghent
Feel free to bring or buy your food and drinks
Meeting Point
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure time. Departure at 8.30am by bus from Carrefour de l'Europe Square under the columns of the main entrance of the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Your guide will be identifiable by his black jacket and umbrella, with the name of Buendía Tours and Niceday Tours. Your guide can have a Spanish or English flag, so please do not hesitate to contact any of them.
Venue
This 12th-century fortress boasts a stormy past and was often the centre of skirmishes and bloody battles. Built by Philip of Alsace in 1180, Castle Gravensteen embodies the old crusader strongholds found in the Holy Land. Towering stone walls with medieval merlons a central donjon, nearby stables and a moat fed by the river Lys make up the castle, creating a setting that's worthy of a fairy tale.
Named after the knight Geeraard Vilain, Geeraard de Duivelsteen or Castle of Gerald the Devil is one of Ghent's prized possessions. A knights residence, an armoury, a school, an asylum and then a prison, Geeraard de Duivelsteen has been accompanying Ghent's history across the ages, often changing its functions to fit the city's needs.
Nestled in the historic centre this plaza lets you take a step back to Ghent's golden age. Feel like a local as you wander through the stall-filled square. Cobblestone pavements lined with cosy cafés, restaurants and vibrant historic buildings embellish this area. Recharge your batteries as you sip on a warm drink and embrace the energy of Vrijdagmarkt.
The Graslei and Korenlei, also known in English as the 'Grass Quay' used to be the commercial hub of Ghent. From the 5th century, this medieval port was the town's hotspot for its grain supplies and other products. Today, this bustling promenade is the place to be when visiting Ghent.
Tucked away in the town's historic district, Saint Bavo's Cathedral or Sint-Baafs Cathedral has been overlooking Ghent for over a thousand years and tells a history like no other. Gothic architecture, stone facades, narrow stained-glassed windows, an imposing spire and well-kept gardens embellish this 13th-century church.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Ghent tour from Brussels
Discover Ghent, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe!At 8.30am you will pick up at the center of Brussels to head for Ghent, a city located 60 km from the capital. During the guided tour, you will visit the Castle the Devil, the impressive Saint Bavo's Cathedral, where you can see the famous painting of the Van Eyck brothers “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”. You will admire the Ghent's buildings dating from the fifteenth or sixteenth century as the Guild House of the Masons in conjunction with other more modern and avant-garde structures of the latest architecture. Then, the tour of Ghent will take you to the Dock of herbs and grains, the fish and meat market, the busy Friday Square, and finally to the majestic Castle of the Counts of Flanders.
Good to know
Know in advance: Tour starts from 8.30am until 6.00 pm (approx.)
Discover all the charm of the city
Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat
Learn about the history of the Gentians
Remember to bring: Comfortable shoes
See the beautiful architecture in Ghent
Feel free to bring or buy your food and drinks
Meeting Point
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure time. Departure at 8.30am by bus from Carrefour de l'Europe Square under the columns of the main entrance of the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Your guide will be identifiable by his black jacket and umbrella, with the name of Buendía Tours and Niceday Tours. Your guide can have a Spanish or English flag, so please do not hesitate to contact any of them.
Venue
This 12th-century fortress boasts a stormy past and was often the centre of skirmishes and bloody battles. Built by Philip of Alsace in 1180, Castle Gravensteen embodies the old crusader strongholds found in the Holy Land. Towering stone walls with medieval merlons a central donjon, nearby stables and a moat fed by the river Lys make up the castle, creating a setting that's worthy of a fairy tale.
Named after the knight Geeraard Vilain, Geeraard de Duivelsteen or Castle of Gerald the Devil is one of Ghent's prized possessions. A knights residence, an armoury, a school, an asylum and then a prison, Geeraard de Duivelsteen has been accompanying Ghent's history across the ages, often changing its functions to fit the city's needs.
Nestled in the historic centre this plaza lets you take a step back to Ghent's golden age. Feel like a local as you wander through the stall-filled square. Cobblestone pavements lined with cosy cafés, restaurants and vibrant historic buildings embellish this area. Recharge your batteries as you sip on a warm drink and embrace the energy of Vrijdagmarkt.
The Graslei and Korenlei, also known in English as the 'Grass Quay' used to be the commercial hub of Ghent. From the 5th century, this medieval port was the town's hotspot for its grain supplies and other products. Today, this bustling promenade is the place to be when visiting Ghent.
Tucked away in the town's historic district, Saint Bavo's Cathedral or Sint-Baafs Cathedral has been overlooking Ghent for over a thousand years and tells a history like no other. Gothic architecture, stone facades, narrow stained-glassed windows, an imposing spire and well-kept gardens embellish this 13th-century church.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.