Preparing your trip to Gent: advices & hints - things to do and to obey
1. Those, who expect to travel a lot by public transport, are recommended to buy a special ticket. You can buy it in special Lijnwinkel kiosks, which are located near the Central Station and Korenmarkt Square.
2. Fans of beer should visit Herberg De Dulle Griet Pub, where they can order best Belgian beer.
3. The majority of interesting shops and shopping centers are located on Volderstraat, Koutere and Veldstraat Streets. Trading pavilions of the city are a great place to buy clothing, perfumes and souvenirs at the most competitive prices.
4. Tickets for boat trips can be purchased directly on quays, no pre-order is necessary.
6. The best way to see the sights of the city is to make a walk on its streets. Interesting architectural and historical sites are located simply on every step in Ghent.
7. Service charge is included in the total bill almost in all restaurants and cafes of the city. Nevertheless, it is possible to award a waiter with cash. In this case 5% of the total bill would be enough.
NH Gent Belfort is one of the most famous and prestigious hotels in Ghent. The high-class hotel is located close to the old town hall. NH Gent Belfort is open in a stylish historic building, … Open
9. Do not compare the customs and traditions of local people with the traditions of France. They consider their cultural characteristics unique and inimitable.
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What to visit being in Gent - unique sights
Vogelenzangpark 17bis
From the series “Ubelievable Residential Houses Residing on Trees”
Check on the map: Distance from Gent center - 1.4 km.
The monument is no less popular. Every day curious tourists come here to take interesting photos. The impressive sculpture and the adjoining old building are surrounded by an incredibly beautiful park, through which you can stroll at any time of the year. Here grow majestic, old trees, in the shadow of which comfortable recreation zones have been equipped with benches, as well as other no less remarkable sculptures. …
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Oudenaarde Town Hall
From the series “Gothic Architecture – Magnificent Monuments”
Check on the map: Distance from Gent center - 24.2 km.
There are no so many outstanding historical sites in Oudenaarde. Its old part is a single and unique architectural complex. The old town hall is the starting point for many sightseeing programs. A beautiful fountain runs in front of the town hall during the warmer months. It is also an important historical landmark. …
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Brugge
From the series “The Last City-Fortresses Survived to This Day”
Check on the map: Distance from Gent center - 39.3 km.
The Hans Memling museum, opened in the 15th century, is one more interesting place in the town. A lot of items that are exhibited in the museum were there since it first days. The most unusual cultural landmark of Brugge is the Lace center. Since the old times the town was the large center of lace production. Now you can buy the unique lace staff. For 2000 year the historical district of Brugge with all its architectural monuments was placed in a list of UNESCO heritage. …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Gent and surroundings
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Travelling to Gent - advices and tips. What should be provisioned in advance, the rules you might want to follow, and the things you better avoid doing in Gent. We help you to make your trip smooth and easy, with no unexpected surprises.