Make the most of your time in Belgium on this full-day excursion to Ghent from Brussels. Don't worry about time-consuming public transportation; Instead, take advantage of round-trip bus transfers, as well as the insight of a local guide who can convey a context you might not discover alone. Plus, you'll also have time to explore the city independently and at your own pace.
IF YOU WANT TO VISIT GENT, THIS IS THE BEST OPTION. THE MOST RECOMMENDED VISIT BY USERS, HAS THE BEST REVIEWS ON THE INTERNET, THE MOST ECONOMIC EXCURSION ON THE MARKET AND THE ONLY ONE IN ALL BELGIUM THAT IS MADE EXCLUSIVELY IN SPANISH !!
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour in Ghent
City tips / Travel tips
Professional guide in Spanish
Round trip by air-conditioned bus
Pick up and return to the hotel.
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Carrefour de l'Europe
In Place Carrefour de l'Europe under the columns of the main entrance to the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Our guides carry Buendia Tours ID.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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You will receive confirmation at the time of booking.
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Our guides have in mind the best for clients; While the tour generally includes the sites and stories mentioned and takes about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.
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Meals are not included, but your guide will be happy to point you to some great places to eat.
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All children from 0 to 3 years must travel in an approved safety chair when travelling by bus. Be sure to bring the appropriate chair.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Make the most of your time in Belgium on this full-day excursion to Ghent from Brussels. Don't worry about time-consuming public transportation; Instead, take advantage of round-trip bus transfers, as well as the insight of a local guide who can convey a context you might not discover alone. Plus, you'll also have time to explore the city independently and at your own pace.
IF YOU WANT TO VISIT GENT, THIS IS THE BEST OPTION. THE MOST RECOMMENDED VISIT BY USERS, HAS THE BEST REVIEWS ON THE INTERNET, THE MOST ECONOMIC EXCURSION ON THE MARKET AND THE ONLY ONE IN ALL BELGIUM THAT IS MADE EXCLUSIVELY IN SPANISH !!
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour in Ghent
City tips / Travel tips
Professional guide in Spanish
Round trip by air-conditioned bus
Pick up and return to the hotel.
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Carrefour de l'Europe
In Place Carrefour de l'Europe under the columns of the main entrance to the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Our guides carry Buendia Tours ID.
Return
Itinerary
1
Atomium
Before leaving Brussels behind, we will stop at the iconic Atomium. We will admire its more than 100 meters high and the spheres about 18 meters in diameter that represent the nine provinces of Belgium before we continue our path.
15 minutes
2
Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)
We begin our guided tour in front of the Town Hall. Here our guide will explain the different architectural styles of the building.
5 minutes
3
Het Belfort van Gent
Our guide will explain this iconic tower and the history surrounding your dragon.
10 minutes
4
Ghent
We arrived in Ghent, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe. We walk to the center, where the guided tour will begin.
5 minutes
5
Saint Nicholas Church
Do you know that Belgian churches organize concerts and other events?
3 minutes
6
Masons' Guild Hall
In front of the original facade of the masons' guild house, our guide will explain what the guild houses are and their peculiarity.
4 minutes
7
Korenmarkt
In front of the church of Saint Nicholas, we find the Korenmarkt. In this place the peculiar history of the building where the post office used to be will be explained.
5 minutes
8
Graslei and Korenlei
We will follow the banks of the Lys river. We will get to know the buildings that surround the canal, such as the "grain house" or the current Marriott Hotel. You will also have the opportunity to take some photos.
10 minutes
9
St. Bavo's Cathedral
You will discover the exterior and interior of the Cathedral of Ghent, where the most stolen painting in history is kept, the famous painting by the Van Eyck brothers "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb".
25 minutes
10
OOOST
The next stop is the meat house, which dates back to the 15th century and was originally a covered market.
7 minutes
11
Kleine Vismarkt
In front of the Meat House, we will make a small stop at a traditional street stall. Here the seller will tell us about the most famous sweet in Ghent, the cuberdon.
3 minutes
12
St. Veerleplein
The last point of our guided tour is the Sint-Veerleplein square. Here our guide will explain the history of the square and the different buildings around it. Also, it will give you some tips on where to eat or which are the best souvenir shops. The guide will also remember when and where you need to be to take the bus back to Brussels.
15 minutes
13
Ghent
Free time, you will enjoy approximately 4 hours of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).
4 hours
14
St Michael's Bridge
On this bridge you can take some incredible photos. The history of the tower of the Church of San Miguel will also be explained here.
