Points of interest

Following the destruction of their abbey in Drongen in the 16th century, the Norbertines converted this chapel in late-Gothic style – which had up...

Cargo-art IS Pierre Misseghers. A creative vision on light and lighting. A lighting store in an art gallery. Custom design and personalised...

Cosy up on the bench along the Lys and enjoy the marvellous view of the Great Butchers’ Hall and the renovated Old Fish Market.

Are you coming to Ghent by train? Gent-Sint-Pieters railway station is where you will start. It is easy to get into the city from here. Take the...

This club is the place where the night comes alive and the music touches your soul. Kompass Klub is known for its diverse line-up of international...

This particularly beautiful corner of Ghent is a city within the city. Forget where you are for a moment and travel back in time to the Middle...

Sint-Pietersplein is not only the beating heart of the Arts Quarter, but also of Ghent’s student quarter. Here you will find the Book Tower, Ghent...

This bustling art centre is housed in the impressive 100-year-old monument De Vooruit. VIERNULVIER offers a variety of cultural events: theatre,...

This monumental building in neoclassical style is the head office of HOGENT, Flanders’ largest university college.

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

Schoolhoeve De Campagne is an educational farm where you’ll learn everything you need to know about farm animals. You can discover the entire site...

Although this cemetery is less well-known than Campo Santo, the western cemetery is the largest in the city of Ghent. No less than 30,000 souls...

Eight Corinthian pillars crowned with a triangular pediment. The auditorium hosts proclamations during which degrees and honorary doctorates are...

Ghent art gallery STUDIO23 represents local as well as international contemporary artists. It is an inspiring meeting place for artists and art...

In 1488, Maximilian of Austria took advantage of a weak point in Ghent’s defences to seize the city. After 40 days of siege, his army withdrew...

Kina brings children and nature together. A unique fossil of a pre-historic reptile, a splendid diorama room with native birds and an unbelievably...