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Something for all tastes

Urban life goes hand in hand with a rich art scene. That’s no different in Ghent, a city abounding with artistic creations that stimulate the senses. From socially engaged street art to medieval masterpieces of world-wide renown: Ghent’s artistic offer is vast and inspiring, so regardless of the kind of art you prefer, a visit to our city will leave you entirely satisfied.

Ghent: City of Art

From mediaeval paintings to hip street art
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Ghent – City of Art
Ghent: City of Art

Ghent museums

12 beautiful museums to visit
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Ghent museums

Children and museums, a great combination

The child-friendly offer of the Ghent museums
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visiting the MSK museum
Children and museums, a great combination

Street art in Ghent

Crazy about street art? Do the Ghent city walk!
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Graffiti wall by Colectivo Licuado
Street art in Ghent

Art in public space

A characterful selection of works of art
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Bridge of Imperial Delights
Art in public space

A drink for art

Take a break in the Ghent museum café
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Things you did not know about the Ghent Altarpiece

8 reasons to visit Van Eyck’s masterpiece
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Things you did not know about the Ghent Altarpiece

The adventures of the Ghent Altarpiece

Six centuries of history
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The adoration of the Lamb
The adventures of the Ghent Altarpiece

The symbolism behind the Ghent Altarpiece

Van Eyck's polyptych under the microscope
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The pincers with the tongue
The symbolism behind the Ghent Altarpiece

Autumn exhibitions in Ghent

The start of the cultural season
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Autumn exhibitions in Ghent

Spring exhibitions in Ghent

When spring blooms in museums too
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Spring exhibitions in Ghent

Winter exhibitions in Ghent

Warming up in a Ghent museum
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Winter exhibitions in Ghent

Summer exhibitions in Ghent

Cool off with culture
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Summer exhibitions in Ghent

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The churches of Ghent

Towers that have witnessed history
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The churches of Ghent

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