The Best Things to Do in Ghent, Belgium

There are many fun things to do in Ghent, but this historic Belgian port city is not exactly budget-friendly for backpackers.

I highly recommend you plan your visit so you can experience the city without breaking the bank. 

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the things to do in Ghent and what you can expect to pay.

Quick facts about Ghent and Belgium

The medieval city of Ghent in the northern part of Belgium is a quaint, but rather large city that should be a stop on everyone’s agenda. 

fHere are some things you may not have known:

• During the Middle Ages, Ghent was a prominent city-state, but today it is a university town and cultural hub
• With a population of almost 600,000 inhabitants, Ghent ranks as Belgium’s second-largest city behind Brussels
• Ghent is located about 35 miles west of Brussels and southwest from Antwerp at the confluence of the Scheldt and Leie Rivers
• It was once one of the largest and wealthiest cities…