City palaces
Noble houses in the middle of the bustle
©Stad Gent - Dienst Toerisme
***Due to restoration and painting work on the windows, both city palaces in the Veldstraat will be closed from 17 April to 29 June 2023***
Veldstraat is primarily known as Ghent’s shopping heart that can get really busy at the weekend. But did you know that two majestic city palaces are located across from each other in this street and that you can visit them? They’re the ideal break from all that shopping…
Veldstraat is primarily known as Ghent’s shopping heart that can get really busy at the weekend. But did you know that two majestic city palaces are located across from each other in this street and that you can visit them? They’re the ideal break from all that shopping…
Veldstraat’s city palaces were once the glorious homes of the noble families d'Hane Steenhuyse and Vander Haegen. When you enter the colourful drawing rooms with lavish furniture, fascinating wallpaper and grand murals you can see their love for bling immediately.
Hotel d’Hane Steenhuyse has a phenomenal courtyard and has welcomed tsars, princes and kings over the centuries.
The equally spectacular Arnold Vander Haegen House was left to the City of Ghent, on the condition that is was used as a museum. Mission accomplished, and now you can discover the house for yourself.
Golden tip: CityCard holders can join the guided tours of the grand townhouses free of charge. Book your ticket here. The tours will be held in Dutch. Depending on the nationalities in the group, they will also be held in French or English.
