Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent
Overview
Join our daily Free Historical Tour of Ghent and discover the highlights of our gorgeous city in the company of a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. We take you on a journey through the legendary past of Ghent and give you lots of tips on where to go and what to do in the city today.
History and funny stories, legends and interesting facts, highlights and hidden gems — this tour has got everything to make your experience of Ghent authentic and exciting!
If you cannot make it to the tour for whatever reason, please notify us, so we can open your slot to other visitors. Thank you and enjoy the tour!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips, so please bring cash to reward the guide. The charged fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Sint-Michielsplein 21
9000 Gent, Belgium
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Sint-Baafsplein
9000 Gent, Belgium
Belfry of Ghent.
What To Expect
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St Michael's Bridge
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Graslei and Korenlei
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Design Museum Gent
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Het Groot Vleeshuis
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gravensteen
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Veerleplein
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Huis van Alijn
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vrijdagmarkt
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Werregarenstraat
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Bavo's Cathedral
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Het Belfort van Gent
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Saint Nicholas Church
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
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Activity code: C-309017P1
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