A Day in Beautiful Ghent: Private Day Trip from Brussels by Train

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Things to know

Duration:

8 hrs 45 mins

Categories:

Architecture, City Highlights, Day Trip, First Time Visitor, History

Private Tour:

You and our own professional guide. 100% exclusive

Transport Mode:

Walking tour: including public transportation between sights

What's included:

A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group, Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places, Roundtrip Train tickets from Brussels, 2 Tram tickets in Ghent

What's not included:

Food and drink, Gratuities, Hotel pick up and drop off

Meeting points: Your guide will meet you at the entrance to "Carrefour express Europakruispunt" located at Carr de l'Europe 3, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium.

What makes this tour special

Ghent is famous for its beautiful medieval architecture and network of canals. As a university town, Ghent was one of the most prosperous European cities of the middle ages - it is larger than Bruges but smaller than Amsterdam and just half an hour's train ride from Brussels.

On your private tour, you will:

Meet your private guide at Brussels Central Station where you'll hop on the train to Ghent - just 35 minutes away;
Arrive in Ghent and take the tram from the train station to the Korenmarkt - the pedestrianised medieval city centre and heart of the city;
Visit several famous and out-of-the-way landmarks as you learn the history of Ghent - once a thriving medieval centre of trade, and today a vibrant cultural hub with its university, idyllic canal ways, and beautiful architecture;
Explore the Korenmarkt, walk over St Michael's Bridge and admire the spectacular St Michael's Church;
Walk along the scenic quays learning about the old guild houses on Korenlei and Graslei;
See the stunning 12-century Gravensteen Castle from the outside and walk about the charming medieval square of Sint-Veerplein lined with bars and cafes;
Walk through the Groot Vleeshuis - a long grey stone and timber framed building that has been the city's famous meat market since medieval times;
Visit the House of Alijn - the only almshouse—a charitable institution where the old and sick were cared for—to have been preserved in Ghent;
Wander around the picturesque and historic district of Patershol - a city within the city - a bohemian, artsy neighbourhood and the culinary heart of Ghent;
See major landmarks that have contributed to the life and history of the city over several hundred years including Saint Nicholas' Church, the Ghent City Hall, Belfort van Ghent - one of the famous three belfries of Ghent, the magnificent Bavos Cathedral and the statues of maestros Hubert and Van Eyck;
Admire the atmospheric gothic castle Geeraard de Duivelstee - known as the Devil's Castle;
Enjoy the bustling atmosphere of Vrijdagmarkt (meaning Friday's Market) and learn of its rather chilling history as the site of public executions;
Walk down Ghent's iconic, everchanging Graffiti Street - a mark of its hip and trendy status as a free-thinking university city;
Take the tram back to the station where you'll catch a train back to Brussels!

Enjoy a full day exploring the beautiful medieval city of Ghent in the Flemish northwest of Belgium. Just 35 minutes by train from Brussels, Ghent is a beautiful place to visit - situated at the confluence of two rivers and famous for its charming and very photogenic network of canals that reflect the old bridges that cross them and lovely buildings that line them.

During the middle ages it was a city-state and one of Europe's most prosperous trading ports; today Ghent is a modern cultural hub, a free-thinking university city with a well-preserved medieval heritage, visible at every turn.

The city centre is pedestrianised, so it feels like stepping back in time as you wander the cobbled streets and admire the grand gothic castles and cathedrals, explore the nooks and crannies of medieval markets and houses, and learn all about the fascinating history of the charming city, that is also famous for its varieties of Belgian beer and diverse cuisine.

You'll be able to wander through the quaint cobbled streets and admire the city's major landmarks including Saint Michael's Church, Korenlei and Graslei quays, and 12-century Gravensteen Castle with your knowledgable private guide.

What you'll see

Saint Nicholas' Church

Saint Bavo's Cathedral

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FAQ

QWill there be other people on the tour or is it just us?

AAll of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.

Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group.

QAre entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?

AIn the ‘Things to Know’ section at the top of this page you will find details of whatever entrance tickets and transport are included in the tour. If you have any questions about this, then you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to <team@travelcurious.com> or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).

QWhat is your cancellation policy?

AOn tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.

For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.

Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.

To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at <team@travelcurious.com> or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).

QWho do I contact if I have any questions about this tour or if I want to make changes to my tour?

AAt Travel Curious, we provide a free concierge service to help you plan your time abroad and they will be able to answer any questions you may have about this tour or any other tours. We are normally able to customise or personalise tours to suit your needs.

Please do get in touch by either using the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, sending an email to <reservations@travelcurious.com> or calling 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).

QAm I able to book more than one tour?

AAbsolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to <team@travelcurious.com> or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).

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Private Tour:

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What makes this tour special

What you'll see

Book with Travel Curious, an exceptional experience guaranteed

Putting People and Planet First

Prioritising Your Safety

Flexible cancellation

Avoid the crowds

Authentic Experiences

Professional Guides

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Carbon Footprint

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