If the well-trodden paths aren't for you or if you've seen all of Ghent's highlights by now, here are some well-kept secret spots just for you. The most beautiful cemetery in the country? Fashionably strolling along the docks? Or eyeing up fancy houses in the millionaires' district? All those locations are ideal for those who are looking for that little bit more – or are simply wanting a bit of peace and quiet. Do you come back to Ghent regularly? If so, you can use this list to expand your area of discovery a little further each time.
Ghent's Kuip is the city's historic centre. It's a fantastic place, of course, but there are wonderful gems to be seen outside the Kuip as well. Some of them are within walking distance, but for others it's best to hop on a bike, a bus or a tram.
Ghent is too much to see in one day, we agree. So why not stick around for a while and push out your boundaries as a tourist? You may not find these places in every tourist guide or they may not be so obvious, but one thing is certain: according to insiders, they're well worth the detour.
