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Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Ghent
Ghent, Flanders, Belgium, Europe
$199.07
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Overview
Ghent's rich tapestry of history unfolds before you as you stroll through its enchanting streets on a Private Historical Tour. With a passionate guide at your side, immerse yourself in the captivating tales and hidden gems that define this remarkable city.
- 🏷️ English Tour: Enjoy a fully immersive experience with a knowledgeable guide fluent in English, ensuring you grasp the nuances of Ghent's storied past.
- 🕒 Duration: This engaging tour lasts for 2 hours, offering a perfect blend of history and exploration.
- 🏰 St. Michael's Bridge provides a stunning introduction to Ghent's history, showcasing the iconic three towers of the skyline visible from this picturesque vantage point.
- 🏛️ At Graslei and Korenlei, delve into the heart of the historical city center, where trading activities once thrived, and discover the unique symbol of the Gentenaars' spirit.
- 🏰 Het Groot Vleeshuis offers a glimpse into the darker tales of Ghent's past as you admire the majestic Great Butchers’ Hall.
- ⚔️ Gravensteen, the medieval Castle of the Counts, stands proudly in the city, and your guide will reveal its impressive history and significance.
- 🏞️ St. Veerleplein, known as both the square of death and life, holds intriguing stories that will surprise you.
- 🏥 Huis van Alijn, the last remaining ‘god house’ in Ghent, shares a poignant history as it transitioned from a hospital to its current form.
- 🏛️ Vrijdagmarkt, a square steeped in history, features a statue that tells the story of the man who played a pivotal role in Ghent's past.
- 🖌️ Witness the city’s creative spirit as you walk through a designated area for street artists, preserving the beauty of Ghent's monumental buildings.
- ⛪ St. Bavo's Cathedral houses the world-renowned Ghent Altarpiece, and your guide will share its rich history and artistic significance.
- 🕍 The Belfry of Ghent, a symbol of the city’s independence and power, holds captivating legends that your guide will unveil.
- 🏰 Esglesia de Sant Nicolau, an early 12th-century gem, provides a fitting conclusion to your legendary tour with its rich patron saint story.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
English Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Private Tour
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional guide
- Local guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting point
We meet in front of Hostel Uppelink on the St Michael's Bridge. Look for the red umbrella!
Return details
The tour ends in front of the Belfry of Ghent.
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St Michael's BridgeWe 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.
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Graslei and KorenleiAt 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.
- Here we explain why a specific aspect of the Design Museum very much symbolises the stubborn and rebellious mindset of the Gentenaars! (pass by)
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Het Groot VleeshuisWith a view of the medieval covered Great Butchers’ Hall across the water, we tell you some darker facts about this majestic building.
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GravensteenUnlike 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!
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St. VeerlepleinThe 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!
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Huis van AlijnThe 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.
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VrijdagmarktThis 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!
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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!
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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.
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St. Bavo's CathedralOur 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.
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Het Belfort van GentThe 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.
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Esglesia de Sant NicolauThis 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!
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Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Ghent
Ghent, Flanders, Belgium, Europe
$199.07
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!