Ghent Travel Guide: Your Flemish Exploration in Belgium's Historical Hub

The most beautiful and the fourth largest city of Belgium, Ghent is also regarded as Europe's best-kept secret. The city is a perfect crossover between the silent atmosphere and also the open cosmopolitanism of a provincial town. On the other hand, it also historic and contemporary at the same time. With amazing canalside architecture, captivating museums and some unusual bars, Ghent is a city not be missed in Belgium.Ghent is a city of historical importance. It used to be one of the most powerful and richest cities in Europe during the medieval period. An evening walk and a canal boat ride in the city will give you unforgettable memories. Cathedral of St. Bavo, Gravensteen, The Belfry, Town Hall, Old Market Area, Museum voor Volkskunde, Ruins of Sint-Baafsabdij, Museum of Ghent, Museum of Fine Art, Vismarkt and Kraanlei, Graslei and Korenlei, and Belgium travel packages are the main attractions of Ghent.

Getting in ghent

The Brussels Airport is the nearest airport to Ghent. The airport is located 67km away from Ghent. You can take a train and reach Ghent in 53 minutes. The Brussels airport operates flights from major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kochi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Trichy.

DEPARTURE	DURATION	LOWEST ROUND TRIP DEALS
Chennai	14h, 1 stop	Rs 57,138
Mumbai	9h, 1 stop	Rs 39,311
New Delhi	13h, 1 stop	Rs 41,340
Kolkata	13h, 1 stop	Rs 54,255
Hyderabad	12h, 1 stop	Rs 55,231
Bangalore	13h, 1 stop	Rs 55,697
Cochin	14h, 1 stop	Rs 63,028
Trichy	18h, 2 stops	Rs 60,545

Getting out of ghent

Ghent offers flight and train services to many nearby countries like Switzerland, France, England, Germany and Netherlands. You can visit these countries on your trip to Ghent.

Public Transport in ghent

The public transport system is well organized in Ghent with an extensive network of Trams and buses. You can take the bus and tram service to reach any part of the city. The public transport service is available from the early morning till late evening.

Taxi & Airport transfer in ghent

Taxis are the comfortable way to get around the city. But you can opt for the public transport system because they are cost-effective and also efficient. Taxi finder and Taxi Ghent are some of the taxi services in Ghent.

Transport & city passes in ghent

The 3 days pass is the best pass to get around the city. You can take unlimited rides in the public bus and tram. You can also get the museum pass for free entrance to all the monuments and museums.

Driving & Car rental in ghent

Rental cars let you explore the city on your own. Driving is not a big task in Ghent and parking is also easily available in Ghent. Sixt and Europcar is available in Ghent from where you can rent the cars.