Belgium · BOAT TOURS IN GHENT
Good boat tours in Ghent fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 11 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Glide through Ghent’s medieval center on a 50-minute guided boat trip, passing towers, churches, guild halls, and castles for $12.
“the tour guide was funny and knowledgeable.lovely ride :-)”
A 40-minute guided boat cruise in Ghent’s medieval harbor, seeing St Bavo’s, the Belfry, and Castle of the Counts for $12.
“Enjoyed this tour, the guide was funny and gave interesting facts and stories of the sights. Got straight on a boat there was no queue. They had umbrellas for people who didn’t want to be in the sun. My only complaint was the route was a bit odd there was just a lot of going back and forth.”
A 40-minute Ghent city-center boat tour from Graslei, guided in Dutch, English, or French, with views of medieval landmarks.
“Despite the super rude greeting at the ticket office the tour was interesting and good value for money.”
A 40-minute guided boat trip on Ghent’s Leie River, passing medieval towers, the Castle of Counts, and Charles V birthplace.
“Even though the tour was to be in English, the guide went thru French and Dutch and English. A bit confusing when we were no longer in front of the building.”
A 40-minute guided boat cruise on Ghent’s River Leie, with live narration in English plus big medieval views for a low cost.
“This was the perfect tour of Ghent. We learned so many interesting things about the city and it's history in a tour that was just the right length of time!”
10-hour Brussels day trip to Bruges and Ghent with a guided walk, canal cruise, and a Bruges chocolate tasting.
“David was a fantastic guide Humorous,, well spoken and knowledgeable”
A 150-minute guided walking tour plus canal boat in Ghent, with St Bavo’s Mystic Lamb, belfry views, and a Leie/Lieve cruise for $32.
“I loved learning about the history beyond your eyes It’s a lot of information to digest but it’s always better with a guide. Thanks so much!”
Ghent walking tour with St Bavo’s Mystic Lamb, Belfry views, markets and Gravensteen, plus optional canal boat ride and beer tasting.
“Excellent tour, lots of historical facts and great local restaurant and bar recommendations by the guide. Great opportunities for pictures of the cathedrals and fort.”
Ghent Completely is a 90-minute Dutch-only boat tour showing cathedral, belfry, medieval ports, and tunnel views under Laurentplein.
“erg leuke gids,die er een mooi verhaal van maakte! jammer van t weer, t regende pijpestelen maar dit werd goed opgelost door de parasols”
A skipper-led skyline sail from Blankenberge for views of the Belgian coast, soft drinks onboard, and a small group size.
“erg professioneel team, geïnteresseerde kapitein, oog voor veiligheid en heerlijke boottocht over de Noordzee gehad met leuke toelichting over de omgeving, adres aanduiding mag wel iets duidelijker vermeld worden.”
A small-group sunset cruise from Blankenberge with friendly skippers, safety gear, a restroom onboard, and a soft drink included. 2 hours.
“Recommended! Very cool experience with super friendly guidance! Enjoyed it, definitely worth repeating! Safe, very clean...”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
