Belgium · HISTORICAL TOURS IN GHENT
The 12 best historical tours in Ghent you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
A 2-hour legends walk through Ghent’s medieval core, with landmark stops, local stories, and pay-what-you-think guidance in English.
“Liedewei led us through the historic centre giving us a great glimpse of Ghent through the many periods. I learned so much about the city’s past and what events influenced the present. We were encouraged to ask questions.”
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 2-hour private walk through medieval Ghent, from St Michael’s Bridge to St Bavo’s, led by a local guide with ticket-free stops.
“Great historical tour of Ghent delivered by Sonia. Educational and engaging tour of this wonderful city.”
Bike through historic Ghent on a small-group route, from St. Peter’s Abbey to the UNESCO beguinage, with a brewery break.
“I highly recommend this tour. Tim, our guide was extremely knowledgeable, and took us to places that I would have not found on my own.”
Small-group Belgian chocolate history workshop in Ghent. Taste makers across Belgium, make cacao-to-bar chocolate, get a hot chocolate recipe.
“This workshop stands out from others as you can learn to make chocolate from scratch (i.e. cocao beans). Leo was friendly and welcoming, he explained every steps of the chocolate making process and the history of chocolate. We also tasted the cocao fruit juice, cocao tea and the first drinking chocolate as we learned through the timeline of its development. Highly recommended!!”
A 2-hour private walk through Ghent’s medieval center, from Saint Bavo’s Cathedral and the Belfry to guild houses and river views.
“ze hebben me laten weten dat het een heel mooie tour was...”
A 2-hour private walk through Ghent’s medieval highlights, legends, and funny stories, with a coupon booklet for local discounts.
“The private tour we went on was fantastic. The intimate setting allowed us to connect with our guide and get to know Ghent on a deeper level. The personal touch made the experience incredibly worthwhile, and I feel that we got a lot more out of it than we would have on a more extensive, more typical tour. It was definitely money well spent.”
Private 2 to 3 hour historical walk in Ghent, from the old harbour to civic landmarks, led by local historian Yves in English.
“The guide was extremely knowledgeable, holds a degree in history, has a great sense of humor, is very personable, and grew up locally. When in Belgium, there is no better option!”
Make a cacao-to-bar chocolate in a 16th-century Ghent shop, recreate 17th-century hot chocolate, and taste historic bonbons in 90 minutes.
“Esperienza bellissima. Il ragazzo è stato davvero super e molto gentile. Ci ha raccontato tutta la storia del cioccolato a partire dagli anni indietro, facendoci fare anche degli assaggi. La creazione del nostro cioccolato è stato molto divertente e interessante.”
Sip Belgian wines in Ghent inside a UNESCO beguinage home. Small group English tasting with 5 wines, starters, and take-home notes.
“Apart from the lovely and welcoming house, Yulia provides a very detailed tasting experience and introduction into Belgian wines. She and her husband also make a very nice pairing with local tiny bites which greatly enhance the experience. Looking for a fun and educational afternoon, this experience is definitely worth considering!”
Private bike tour through historic Ghent, from St Peter's Abbey to UNESCO beguinages, English guide for up to 10, about 2.5-3 hours.
“El mejor guía Super atento con mucho conocimiento , Es lugareño y con una súper actitud Quedamos felices”
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