Belgium · CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCES IN GHENT
Good chocolate experiences in Ghent fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Taste 9+ Ghent chocolate treats on a 2-hour small-group walk, with atelier peeks and history stops in English.
“I really like the all the stops and story that was told during the tour. The chocolate tasting was amazing!”
Bruges and Ghent in one day with canal views, a chocolate tasting, and guided time plus free exploration. Comfort bus from Brussels.
“Edwin was fantastic, really knowledgeable and brilliant at switching effortlessly between languages. We visited the best parts of both Gent and Bruges and were given great recommendations for food, drink, chocolate and waffles. Great day!”
A small-group chocolate walking tour through Ghent, with 8+ tastings, local shop owners, and city history from Vrijdagmarkt to Saint Bavo.
“Debbie was absolutely phenomenal. She brought the charm and history of Ghent to life through her storytelling and warm welcoming nature. The locations were fantastic and the combination of chocolate history and Ghent history really made for a memorable experience. I came here for a work trip and wanted to fill my time and it was an absolute wonderful use of my time. Cheers to Debbie and the Charlie team for putting together a stellar tour.”
2-hour guided Ghent walk with 5 chocolate tastings, medieval sights, and partner discounts. English tour, rain or shine.
“The absolute highlight of our trip to Ghent. Sophie was an exceptional guide, knowledgeable and charming and welcoming. We loved learning about the city and the chocolate, including the history of the shops we visited. If you're considering this tour - do it! You won't be disappointed.”
Ghent chocolate workshop with a licensed English guide. Make chocolate from cacao beans, taste Belgian makers, learn the story in 1.5 hours.
“I am from Switzerland, we have a big chocolate culture in our country. During my trip in Belgium, I visited a lot of shops to find out which country has the better chocolate. The biggest surprise was doing this history workshop at Chocolade Ambassade. A really fun and engaging activity. I still don't know who makes the better chocolate but you guys are better at offering chocolate experiences ,but without us no milk chocolate, which I learned now, thanks to you.”
A private 2-hour Ghent chocolate walk with at least nine artisan tastings and local guide insight, ending near Saint Bavo’s Cathedral.
“Our guide Vera did an amazing job guiding us through a wide variety of chocolatiers and candy shops. We enjoyed everything that we tasted at each unique location. Each shop was very accommodating with my son who has a nut allergy, which was very much appreciated!! We left this tour with a thorough knowledge of the city and a tummy full of amazing chocolates! I highly recommend this tour for families!”
A private, founder-led Belgian chocolate tasting in Ghent with multiple top chocolatiers, cacao education, and optional shopping, lasting about 2 hours.
“Fully recommend this tasting. The owner curates the finest chocolate for you along with thoughtful pairings. Depth of knowledge and presentation about chocolate history and insights to the craft were above average. I would book again 100%.”
Two hour guided walk through medieval Ghent with historian Wim, free sights, and a chocolate tasting in English.
“Terrible. The tour operator was very vague where to meet and wasn't rhere. I messaged him and he said he was coming to get us. He never showed up or tried to coordinate with us. We had traveled all the way brussels and this was a complete waste of money and precious little time.”
Ghent walking tour plus 5 chocolate tastings with a local guide. See the cathedral altar piece and Belfry views. Mobile ticket.
“Turn up hungry! You will get lots of chocolate (all delicious). Sophie is informative, funny and very kind. She was happy to answer all of our very random questions. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water.”
Make Belgian pralines from scratch and taste Belgian beer in Ghent. Learn with an expert host, take sweets home in 2 hours.
“The guide was really sweet and explained history of chocolate and the beer nicely. The activity was also very fun.”
Ghent cacao-to-chocolate workshop with history, hot chocolate, and Belgian bonbons, near Gravensteen. 90 minutes, small group.
“This workshop has everything, making chocolate, tasting chocolate and interesting chocolate facts :). We have really enjoyed this workshop, it was one of the highlights of our Ghent trip. Especially because of the engaging explanations of our chocolatier.”
A private 2-hour Belgian chocolate tasting in Ghent with tailored themes, multiple chocolatiers, and expert pairing.
“Excellent. We had a deep conversation about chocolate made process and the flavor were incredible!”
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