15 Walking Tours in Ghent Worth Booking

1.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,761 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $3Our pick

Spend about two hours walking central Ghent with an English-speaking local guide. The route links St Michael’s Bridge, the medieval port, Gravensteen Castle, St Bavo’s Cathedral, the Belfry, and more. Expect stories about trade, rebellion, crime, legends, food, and local life. Payment is made at the end based on your experience.

“Kasia was an excellent guide. From the start she was warm, welcoming and professional. She had a wealth of knowledge about Ghent delivered in a relaxed and humorous way. We both thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend.”

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2.Belgian Chocolate Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 259 reviews · 2 hours · from $51

Start at Jacob van Artevelde’s statue on Vrijdagmarkt and walk through central Ghent with an English-speaking guide. You’ll visit several chocolatiers, peek into an open atelier, meet local makers when possible, and taste at least nine chocolates, pralines, and sweets before finishing at Sint-Baafsplein.

“Our guide Mattius was a superb guide. He is very knowledgeable and made the tour interesting. His knowledge of the chocolate was also great and of course the chocolates and sweets we sampled were delicious.”

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3.Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent – Tasters included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $3

Meet at Hostel Uppelink at 11:30 am for a 90-minute English walking tour through Ghent’s food traditions. With guides such as Samuel, Sophia, Marianne, and Hamraz, you’ll sample fries, local candy, chocolate, waffles, and more, plus receive a ticket for a Gruut beer to enjoy when the brewery opens.

“Very interesting and fun walking tour. Our guide Samuel was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained. Great tasty treats too. Would definitely recommend.”

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4.City Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 196 reviews · 2h 30m · from $53

Ride through Ghent with guide Tim, or another Dutch- or English-speaking guide, using quiet streets and cycle lanes. See the Castle of the Counts, Portus Ganda, churches, abbeys, parks, canals, and the small beguinage. Bikes and raincoats are supplied, with a halfway drink stop at your own cost.

“Tim did a wonderful job on our Bike Tour of Ghent. He was very knowledgeable about the locale life and history of Ghent - and that was exactly what we were looking for! Really enjoyed and highly recommend this tour to see the sights of Ghent outside the historic city center.”

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5.Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 134 reviews · 2 hours

Walk privately through Ghent with a Dutch, English, French, or German-speaking guide. See the medieval street plan, Graslei and Korenlei, St. Bavo’s Abbey, Dulle Griet, the House of Alijn, Gravensteen Castle, and the Old Fish Market. Hotel pickup may be arranged, while entrance fees are extra.

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6.Famous Belgian Chocolate Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Walk from Vrijdagmarkt to Saint Bavo’s Cathedral with a guide such as Nick, Tom, Mandy, or Valerie, stopping at local chocolatiers, Ghent’s oldest candy shop, and Julie’s House. You’ll taste at least nine chocolates and sweets, including pralines, unusual savory combinations, passion-fruit fillings, and red velvet brownies, while hearing stories about the city.

“Tom was a gracious and informative guide. The stops we made had us tasting chocolates that were delicious and beautiful works of art. Very happy that we were able to book this tour with him.”

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7.Guided Walking Tour and Canal Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 128 reviews · 2h 30m · from $32

Walk central Ghent with an English-speaking local guide, visiting St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Belfry, Graslei, Patershol, and Gravensteen. Hear the story behind the Van Eyck altarpiece, then take a 30-minute canal cruise with an audio guide and illustrated translations. Guides such as Ariel, Peter, Juliana, and Eros have led recent tours.

“Got a late start as much of the group was coming from Brussels but the guide was very knowledgeable and well informed about the history of Ghent.”

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8.Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 115 reviews · from $17

Spend two hours walking through Ghent’s medieval center with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Hear stories of Charles V, the Van Eyck brothers, and the city’s noose-bearer nickname while seeing Saint Bavo’s Cathedral, the Belfry, Graslei, Patershol, and Gravensteen. Guides such as Bruno, Mark, Pablo, and Lucas also offer food and beer tips.

“The tour was fantastic. Bruno was very knowledgeable about Gent history and the history of many historic buildings.”

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9.Ghent Beer Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend about three hours walking central Ghent with a beer guide such as Patrick, Ariel, Axel, or Tom. You’ll taste five Belgian beers at five stops, hear about brewing and city history, and finish where you started. The tour is in English, capped at 20 people, and includes all drinks.

“Highly recommended! Both a delicious and very entertaining tasting led by a city connoisseur and gourmet!Auto-translated”

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10.A Taste of Ghent: Beer & Chocolate with storytelling by a local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $52

Spend about three hours walking central Ghent with a local guide such as Liselot, Arthur, or Dries. Taste five Belgian beers, including Trappist, Lambic, and Tripel styles, with chocolate, cheese, and other small bites at three atmospheric bars. Expect stories, a beer game, and personal recommendations in an English-speaking group.

“We did the tour with Dries and 6 other people, and had great time. It was a nice balance of history, beer, culture, and just information about Ghent and Belgium. We really loved how knowledgeable and friendly Dries was. He really was so personable and receptive to everyRead more”

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11.Private Highlights Walking Tour in Ghent

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $150

Spend about two hours walking Ghent’s medieval center with a private guide such as Tom, Nick, Iris, or Louis. You’ll see the Castle of the Counts, hear local legends, visit lesser-known spots, and taste a Belgian specialty. The route can adjust to your interests and pace, making it a good first activity in Ghent.

“Nick was amazing - he made the tour just what we wanted! It was a beautiful city that he knew so much about and was a passionate local. He caught on quickly to what interested us and he was all over it! The tour was educational, cultural, historical, and massively fun!! Couldn’t recommend more highly!!”

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12.Walking food tour: Introduction to Ghent through food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $110

Walk through central Ghent with local guide Sophie, stopping for Belgian specialties such as chocolate, cheese, meatballs, fries, stew, and waffles. Along the way, you’ll see Vrijdagmarkt, street art, the old harbor, and St. Bavo’s Cathedral. Tastings are included, and the pace allows time for photos and questions.

“Fantastic tour! Our guide was very knowledgeable of the city and provided excellent service. The food was all delicious and we loved the open conversation.”

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13.BeerWalk Ghent (English guide)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

Join BeerWalk Ghent for a three-hour, small-group walk through five beer stops, including The Glengarry, Huis van Alijn, Barrazza café, Artevelde Brewery, and Aperotheek. Your English-speaking guide introduces you to Belgian beers you may not find on your own, with tastings, local stories, and a maximum of 15 people.

“This was one of the best tours I have ever had on viator. Ariël Meeusen was so engaging and welcoming. His knowledge of Ghent and beer blew my friend and I away. We tried many beers that we never had heard of and learned so much. Each beer was more delicious than the last. We wish we could have talked to and hung out with him more. We will definitely book another tour with him next time we are in Belgium!”

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14.Food & Drink Walking Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 27 reviews · 2h 30m · from $82

Join an English-speaking local guide for 150 minutes of Ghent history and small tastings. Try at least 10 local bites and drinks, including cheese croquettes, pralines, beer, jenever, broccoli beignets, potato waffles, and sweets from Ghent’s oldest candy shop. The tour begins at Saint Michael’s Church and ends near the Belfort.

“We had such a great time on the food tour in Ghent. Debbie was an amazing guide. She was warm, engaging, and really fun to be with. My 12-year-old daughter usually isn't into walking tours, but she genuinely loved this one. The pace was just right, and the food stops were all delicious. We also really appreciated learning about Ghent's history through food - it made the whole experience more meaningful and memorable. Highly recommend this tour if you want a relaxed and enjoyable way to explore the city! I couldn't recommended this enough.”

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15.The Dark Side of Ghent Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 1h 30m

Follow a private guide through Ghent’s medieval center, from Saint Michael’s Bridge and Gravensteen to Prinsenhof, Rabot, and Patershol. Expect old legends, mysteries, unusual facts, and plenty of chances to ask questions. Guides include Jerke, Florian, Kenny, and Hamraz. The route can be adjusted to your interests.

“Kenny was fantastic ! He loves what he does and it shows …. Well worth it ! We learned so much !”

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