Points of interest

There is little art that inspires young people as much as street art. From striking large murals that stand out to expertly hidden works on...

For once it’s allowed: exploring the city with your smartphone in hand. Navigate the streets and discover the local history with this virtual city...

Ghent’s rivers and canals have been the city’s lifeblood for centuries. Water adds an extra dimension to a city, and that is also the case in...

Join us on a walk that spans the history of the Floraliën From the very first plant exhibition that was rather modest in scale to the spectacular...

The idea behind the Coin Route (Muntenroute) is to visualise the Middle Ages' trade route between Bruges and Cologne, which went through...

A century ago, Ghent looked very different from today. Can you image a city full of densely populated courtyards and smoking factory chimneys?...

In Ghent, we want everyone to feel welcome. If you have a temporary or permanent disability, or if you have difficulty walking, this city guide...

There are a lot of magnificent pieces of art in Ghent's streets, parks and squares, and you probably walk past them often without even...

If there is art on outdoor electrical enclosures, doesn’t that make them art boxes? Yes, you read it correctly! Go and discover the colourful art...

Fancy exploring the city with the entire family? The Fosfor the Dragon app is the ideal guide for a treasure hunt walk through Ghent. Together,...

Curious about the city from the moment you arrive? Forget about the bus or taxi, put on your walking boots and immerse yourself in the bustling...