Points of interest: Culture and history

Only the name of the smallest pub in Ghent is a reminder of the former role of this square as an execution yard: 't Galgenhuisje. There’s a...

Despite the name and its grim appearance, the devil has never resided in this 13th-century fortress.

Music, theatre, film from all over the world. A passionate plea for a successful multicultural society.

The bustling arts centre CAMPO presents a diverse programme of theatre, dance, performance, festivals, neighbourhood kitchens and debates. CAMPO...

On the corner of the Predikherenlei and Van Stopenberghestraat, which used to be nothing out of the ordinary, is now certainly worth a look....

Neighbourhood park De Porre is located on the site of former textile factory De Porre. Part of the old factory has been preserved and is now part...

Are you a lover of art treasures? Gallery St-John has countless gems to catch your eye. Antiques, paintings and sculptures, art objects, furniture...

Ghent’s past as a port is revived in the Oude Dokken area, a district to the north of the city centre. The Houtdok is the first dock to get a...

The Ferdinand Lousbergpark is a wonderful place to relax in green surroundings. Stroll through the orchard amidst unique apple and pear trees or...

Sint-Baafsplein is to Ghent what Trafalgar Square is to London: the heart of the city.

Kopergietery is a creative arts centre for children and youngsters focusing on theatre, dance and music.

Local residents and organisations who have ideas to breathe new life into the area surrounding Bomastraat can appeal to CAMPO for support. DE BOMA...

In recent years, this former cinema has been transformed into a Mecca for lovers of musicals.

You will find the Southern Cemetery in the shadow of Ghent University Hospital, not far from the train tracks, in the “Nieuw Gent” neighbourhood....

Jacob van Artevelde: there he stands, with his arm outstretched towards England. The statue in the middle of the Vrijdagmarkt is a reminder of a...

The interiors of the Arnold Vander Haeghen House appeal for a lot of imagination. The most attractive rooms include the Chinese Salon and...