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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Ghent is the hidden gem of Belgium; it is a real city with vivid life today. Its history is precious, and that is -obviously- reflected in the Architecture. From a stone castle in the 900s, we start a tour until we finish the right of Belgium Silicon Valley (the alternative name of Ghent). This tour is dedicated to enriching 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.
Expenses to visit the famous Alter of Van Eyek
Coffee and/or Tea
Departure Point
Poeljemarkt, 9000 Gent, Belgium
Vrijdagmarkt, Ghent, Belgium The large famous Markt of Gent and the home to history and stunning architecture. 20 minutes
Langemunt (Shopping Street), Ghent, Belgium We will cross this street on our way to the castle.
Gravensteen, Ghent, Belgium The Counts of Flanders castle is one of the city oldest buildings and a witness of the power of the Flemish counts since the medieval time.
We will figure out togther why there is a pillar in front of it and what building has the most beautiful baroque faced in the city. 20 minutes
St. Veerleplein, Ghent, Belgium The most beautiful baroque facade in Gent is hidden here together with the public entertainment of the medieval time. 15 minutes
Het Groot Vleeshuis, Ghent, Belgium The velvet class food market of Ghent. A rich place of Spanish heritage since Flanders was under the monarch of Castilla, Spain. Guess what kind of food inside it? 10 minutes
Groentenmarkt 5, 9000 Gent, Belgium The vegetable market and the oldest bar in town where you can enjoy some heritage craft beers of Ghent. 10 minutes
Kortemunt, 9000 Gent, Belgium We take a coffee break here in case you wish to try a premium homemade waffles. 30 minutes
Graslei and Korenlei, Ghent, Belgium When the city extended and swallowed the old port, two architecture styles occupied the new waterfront instead of the old port and the walls. We enjoy teamwork in a speed course of distinguishing Gothic and Baroque. 20 minutes
St Michael's Bridge, Ghent, Belgium On this bridge, we will stretch the fact of widespread of Archangel st. Michael all over Belgian cities. 15 minutes
Korenmarkt, Ghent, Belgium The vivid main square of the city. An enormous palace occupies the north end of it. we will visit it inside and explore it. 15 minutes
Belfry and Cloth Hall (Belfort en Lakenhalle), Ghent, Belgium The historical tower of the town of 91, high where the city treasures were saved. This tower sums the architecture styles of the town together with the Roeland clock that we will explore togther. It is optional to climb the 350 steps to the top. 20 minutes
Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis), Ghent, Belgium Two different styles of two different eras with a strong presence of the influence of Charles V. We will understand further why his sculpture is whiter than the rest. 20 minutes
Sint-Baafsplein, 9000 Gent, Belgium we enjoy the place before we enter the 2 centuries building process church. we will discover together many facts regards architecture of Ghent inside this church. We will not leave the church before we see the Alter and the Altarpiece: the Gods Lam of H. Van Eyeck 1432. 30 minutes
Geeraard de Duivelsteen (The Castle of Gerald the Devil), Ghent, Belgium The castle was never visited by Gerard the devil but most important used for several functions through time and today it is a famous art gallery. 10 minutes
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Marc_L
01 Aug 2022
Gamaal, our tour guide provided an EXCEPTIONAL experience of our tour of Ghent: Belgian Architecture!
He has in-depth knowledge of Ghent and gave us insights on paintings, sculptures, Cathedrals, and so much more!
I would highly recommend asking for Gamaal. You will leave the tour knowing you received a great experience!!
ApexMagpie
29 Nov 2019
I was on s business trip and had some free time on a Sunday and thought it would be a chance to explore two cities that I was told were really special. I chose the tour that combined Brugges and Ghent, and expected to see very little of either!. The tour group was broken into Spanish speaking and English guides - and I was one of 6 guests who were in the English group. Our guide, Jamal was a great resource - not only did he know the history, but provided all sorts of insights into the architectural details that we might otherwise have missed. It was a rushed day but I left both cities with the feeling that I had really seen the best of both. Well worth the time
This tour in
Flanders
is organized by
Gamaal El Attar
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