Belgium · HISTORICAL TOURS IN GHENT
The 12 best historical tours in Ghent you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.
A 2-hour Legends of Gent walking tour in Ghent, pay-what-you-want at the end, with iconic stops, stories, and local food tips.
“This was a wonderful and very informative tour! Our guide was friendly and did a great job sharing information about the city with us.”
40-minute guided boat tour of Ghent city center. Float past Graslei and landmarks like Gravensteen with a multilingual guide. $12.
“Really insightful tour with an amazing tour. I highly recommend it.”
A private 2-hour Ghent history walk with a local professional guide, free entry stops, and a smart look at the city’s medieval power.
“What an amazing day with Sebastian. We loved all of the history and the stories as toured Ghent! He shared not only history of the city but also Belgium through the centuries!”
Bike through historic Ghent in a small English tour, see key sites plus parks and street art, with helmet and free-stop entrances.
“Definitely recommended, a nice group activity. You can see Ghent on the other side. Very good accompanist.Auto-translated”
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.”
Small-group WWI remembrance from Ghent to Ypres, with trench walks, cemeteries, Cloth Hall chocolate, and the Menin Gate Last Post.
“Awesome guiding trip. We booked with a six persons family the Ypres tour and loved every bit of it. Interesting history, beautiful scenery and breathtaking stories. The best part of the trip was the guide Joris. He is so enthousiastic and very funny. Loved his silly jokes and haunting stories. This guy knows what's up!”
A 2-hour private walk through Ghent’s medieval core, from Saint Bavo’s Cathedral to the Graslei and Korenlei riverside views.
“ze hebben me laten weten dat het een heel mooie tour was...”
A 2-hour private Ghent walk packed with legends, major landmarks, and practical tips, plus a coupon booklet for food, museums, and shops.
“We did a private tour with Sophia and really enjoyed our walk around the city. She gave us great insights into which sites to see after the tour, where to dine, etc. She told great stories/myths/legends that were very entertaining and helped to unravel some of the history of the area. Thanks again for a great time!”
2 to 3 hour private historical walking tour in Ghent with pickup, English guide Yves, old-harbor trade stories, medieval sights.
“The guide was extremely knowledgeable, holds a degree in history, has a great sense of humor, is very personable, and grew up locally. When in Belgium, there is no better option!”
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.”
Sip Belgian sparkles and still reds in a 1664 UNESCO beguinage home in Ghent, with 5 wines, paired starters, and English guidance.
“Best ever quality Belgium wines tasting. Our first time visiting Belgium with my 36 year old daughter. It was fantastic illustrations and learning the aroma of each wine. Yulia was fantastic host, great pairing food with our wines. You must try this wine tasting experience in this beautiful historic home, very very beautiful and the atmosphere was just perfect for the Holidays Celebration.”
Private bike tour of historic Ghent with St-Pieters Abbey, UNESCO beguinages, river views at Portus Ganda, and a Dok stop.
“El mejor guía Super atento con mucho conocimiento , Es lugareño y con una súper actitud Quedamos felices”
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