Tips & stories from Ghent

Two days in Ghent? Follow our walking itinerary from the Hoogpoort: medieval Ghent on Saturday, markets, street art and a boat trip on Sunday.

Torn between Ghent and Bruges? An honest comparison with the facts, and how to combine both cities: the train takes 28 minutes on average.

From Thursday 3 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, the centre of Ghent turns into one big Christmas market. Squares, opening hours, prices and tips in one place.

From cosy neighbourhood restaurants to gastronomic surprises: these are our favourite spots for dinner in Ghent.

Looking for a quick bite or a good lunch spot in the centre of Ghent? These are the places we love, from fries to poke bowls.

Up with the sun, or taking it slow? These are the breakfast and brunch spots we love in Ghent, gathered for our guests.

From breakfast to fine dining: these are the spots we love in Ghent. We wrote three separate guides, one for each part of the day.