No expiration date
Easy refund
Free exchange
Easy booking
Private Historical Tour: The Best of Ghent
Ghent, Flanders, Belgium, Europe
$205.72
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Private Historical Tour: The Best of Gent invites you to uncover the most emblematic monuments of this beautiful city with a knowledgeable and passionate guide. This immersive journey through Ghent’s legendary past offers engaging narratives, fascinating legends, and hidden gems for an authentic experience.
- 🏰 St Michael's Bridge serves as the starting point, where you’ll learn about Ghent's history as a medieval trading hub and see the iconic three towers of the skyline.
- 🏛️ At Graslei and Korenlei, the heart of the historical city center, discover the buildings that played key roles in Ghent's trading activities.
- 🔍 Hear intriguing stories about Het Groot Vleeshuis, the Great Butchers’ Hall, and uncover some darker facts about this majestic structure.
- 🏰 Explore Gravensteen, the well-preserved medieval Castle of the Counts, and delve into its impressive history located right in the city center.
- ⚔️ Discover the dual nature of St. Veerleplein, known as both the square of death and the square of life, and learn why it holds such significance.
- 🏥 At Huis van Alijn, the only remaining ‘god house’ in Ghent, hear the unfortunate tale of how it transformed into a hospital.
- 📜 Learn about the illustrious Vrijdagmarkt square and the prominent historical figure honored by a statue in its center.
- 🎨 Walk through the designated area for street artists, created to protect the city’s monumental buildings from graffiti.
- 🏛️ Discover the unique features of Ghent Town Hall and the significant conflict that influenced its architectural design.
- ⛪ Visit St. Bavo's Cathedral, home to the famous Ghent Altarpiece, and uncover the rich history surrounding this artistic treasure.
- 🕍 End at Esglesia de Sant Nicolau, a gem from the 12th century, and learn about the patron saint of merchants and sailors depicted on its façade.
Tinggly makes it easy to share the charm of Ghent with loved ones. With a focus on sustainability, instant e-delivery, no expiration on vouchers, and freedom of choice globally, gifting this unique experience is a breeze.
—
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.
-
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.
-
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)
-
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.
-
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!
-
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!
-
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.
-
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!
-
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!
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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!
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
Private Historical Tour: The Best of Ghent
Ghent, Flanders, Belgium, Europe
$205.72
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!