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Private Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Gent

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Join our Private Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Gent of and discover the fascinating history, myths and legends of our city with an experienced and passionate local guide. We take you off the beaten track to show you some highlights and hidden gems of our gorgeous city. After 1.5h you will finish the tour in the medieval quarter of Ghent, very close to the city center, with a deeper understanding of our beloved city!
  • Professional guide
  • Private guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
Departure Point

Saint Michael's Bridge, St Michael's Bridge, Sint-Michielshelling, 9000 Gent, Belgium In front of Hostel Uppelink, Sint-Michielsplein 21. Look for the red umbrella!

Return Details

Patershol, 9000 Gent, België The tour ends in the Patershol area in the city center, where you'll find lots of cozy bars and restaurants.

  • St Michael's Bridge, Ghent, Belgium
    We 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.
    15 minutes
  • St. Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal), Ghent, Belgium
    We’ll tell you the gruesome story of why the beautiful cathedral is also known as the ‘Devil’s Tower’. (Entering is not part of the tour).
    10 minutes
  • Graslei and Korenlei, Ghent, Belgium
    We take you to the heart of the bustling medieval harbour of Ghent, back when the city was an economic powerhouse in Europe, to tell you about the lucrative trading activities.
    10 minutes
  • Appelbrugparkje, Jan Breydelstraat 14, 9000 Gent, België
    On this bridge overlooking the giant Butchers’ Hall, we tell you the legend about the execution of a father and son and the miraculous event that saved them.
    10 minutes
  • Gravensteen, Ghent, Belgium
    Built by Count Baldwin in the 9th century to protect the inhabitants from the Viking raids, it was around this impressive fortification that the city started to develop. Our guide will share its fascinating history with you.
    10 minutes
  • Prinsenhof, Ghent, Belgium
    Next, we take you to what once was a gigantic palace called the Prince’s Court. Today we need some imagination to envision it, but our guide will bring its history to life! (Entering is not part of the tour).
    10 minutes
  • Rabot Sluice, Ghent, Belgium
    Here, we will show you the only remaining tower of the 14 km long defence wall that was built around Ghent in the Middle Ages.
    10 minutes
  • Keizer Karel V, Ghent, Belgium
    We take you to the Bridge of Imperial Delights, which is flanked by 4 sculptures which depict legendary scenes of the life of Charles V. Our guide will explain you some of them.
    10 minutes
  • Augustijnenklooster Gent, Ghent, Belgium
    On this stop, we’ll tell you about the troublesome history of the Religious Wars and the effect the Calvinist rule has had on the history of the city. (Entering is not part of the tour).
    10 minutes
  • Patershol, Ghent, Belgium
    To finish the tour, we take you to the picturesque medieval quarter of the Patershol or ‘Monk’s hole’ to tell you about the social impact of the Industrial Revolution and the role it played in the revival of the city’s economy!
    10 minutes
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Camper17269755701
18 Jul 2024
Kenny was the best tour guide ever! He showed us the dark side of Ghent with so much enthusiasm and humor. I really recommend him, to take you to the dark side ????.
Anthony_P
07 Jul 2024
Very knowledgeable, fun, and funny. Cool off the beaten path tour of Gent. Kenny was a great guide!!!
Passenger21181451686
06 Jul 2024
Great tour, very knowledgeable, and energetic! In addition to the tour he answered all our questions. Kenny provided a lot of great recommendations.
This tour in Flanders is organized by Gent Free Walking Tour

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