Ghent is presented as a hidden gem of Belgium, a living city whose rich past is visible in its architecture. The tour will start at a stone castle dating to the 900s and move through key sites that illustrate how the city grew and changed. Along the way you will see the architectural styles that mark Ghent’s long history and learn how those buildings reflect the city’s role in European events.
As you move through the city, the focus will be on the story of the Holy Roman Empire as it touched Ghent, told through the life of the city’s most famous figure, Emperor Charles V. You will learn about his birth in the Counts of Flandre castle and his later rule over much of Europe. The tour will end in what is sometimes called Belgium’s Silicon Valley, an alternative name for Ghent, tying the city’s medieval past to its modern identity.
Why Visit
- Stone castle from the 900s as tour starting point
- Counts of Flandre castle birthplace of Emperor Charles V
- European architecture narrative tracing the Holy Roman Empire's rise and fall
- Belgium Silicon Valley district as modern tour finale showcasing Ghent's vivid life today
What's included
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Coffee and tea
Accessibility
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible to strollers
- Service animals welcome
- Public transit links nearby
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You must be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.