St. Nicholas’ Church (Sint-Niklaaskerk) Tours and Tickets
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Owner of the oldest of the three great spires that dominate the pedestrianized heart of Ghent, the St. Nicholas’ Church (Sint-Niklaaskerk) was constructed between the 13th and 15th centuries in an eye-catching mixture of Romanesque and Flemish Gothic architectural styles. Built of Tournai limestone, its lovely exterior is adorned with flying buttresses and spiky spires as well as an imposing central tower; all this grandeur was paid for by Ghent’s wealthy medieval merchants to signal their wealth to the rival Flanders trading cities of Bruges and Antwerp. It’s probably more beautiful inside than out, but nevertheless all eyes lead to the Baroque high altar with its twisted side columns, floodlit through stained-glass windows high above. The church is currently under restoration but faint traces of fresco can still be seen on the supporting pillars of the nave. For the best view of St Nicholas’s flying buttresses, head for the viewing platform of the Belfry a few steps away.
Mon 2–5pm, Tue–Sun 10am–5pm
Cataloniëstraat, Ghent, Belgium, 9000
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Join our daily Free Historical Tour of Ghent and discover the highlights of our gorgeous city in the company of a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. We take you on a journey through the legendary past of Ghent and give you lots of tips on where to go and what to do in the city today.
History and funny stories, legends and interesting facts, highlights and hidden gems — this tour has got everything to make your experience of Ghent authentic and exciting!
If you cannot make it to the tour for whatever reason, please notify us, so we can open your slot to other visitors. Thank you and enjoy the tour!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips. The charged fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.
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Immerse yourself in the medieval majesty and rich historical heritage of Ghent and Bruges on a full-day trip from Brussels. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, marvel at the UNESCO-listed city of Ghent as you visit legendary landmarks like the Castle of the Counts, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, and the picturesque old port. Then, travel through the verdant Belgian countryside to Bruges in order to witness the architectural beauty and winding waterways of the iconic city. Stroll quaint cobbled streets on the way to Market Square and absorb the sacred ambiance of the Basilica of the Holy Blood during your comprehensive tour of the city.
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Explore two of Belgium’s most in-demand cities in one day—and leave the planning to someone else—on this seamless tour of Antwerp and Ghent. Depart in the morning from Brussels via coach, and head to Antwerp to discover the Cathedral of Our Lady, the Town Hall, and more. Later, soak up Ghent’s history and see the Castle Of Gerald the Devil, the Ghent Belfry, the Old Fish Market, and more.
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Ghent Walking City Tour
If you want to discover the highlights of Ghent in a couple of hours—without having to read a guidebook—then this is the tour for you. Hear local stories about the city and its highlights—including its different architectural styles, local legends, famous paintings, and delicious foodie specialties. Along the way, tick off Ghent Town Hall, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, and The Great Butcher’s Hall.
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Ghent Highlights Private Historical Tour
Discover the gorgeous city of Gent with this tour. Led by a professional, local guide, go on a journey through Gent's past and hidden gems. Start at St Michael's Bridge to learn about the city's role in medieval trading. Transition into the city center at Graslei and Korenlei and explore the area that once functioned as the city's port. Enjoy street art in the specified Werregarenstraat area.
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Explore Ghent at your own pace with a self-guided tour and smartphone app. Play a fun, family-friendly game and answer questions about locations throughout Ghent. See popular city landmarks including Ghent Town Hall, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, and the St. Michael’s Bridge. Get to know the city in a unique way through this interactive city game app.
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Under the watchful eye of Gravensteen Castle or Castle of the Counts, the city boasts an Opera House, 18 museums, 100 churches and over 400 historical buildings. The most visited site in Ghent is the famous St-Bavo Cathedral & its beautiful altarpiece, The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb painted by the brothers Jan and Hubert van Eyck in 1432.
During our guided walk we discover all the most famous sites and monuments of the city, including the Belfry and Cloth Hall, a superb gothic monument with a soaring bell tower that dates from 1425, and the Town Hall, a complex mix of architectural style.
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Private Tour - Bruges and Ghent our fairytale cities
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Private Tour - Ghent, our fairytale city
Exploring the Belgian cities of art on your own is fabulous, no doubt about it. But private, customized tours offer ease, efficiency, and insight that you might otherwise miss.
Below you find the standard itinerary of our tour. As a guest on a private tour you can ask us to personalize your route in order to hit those city highlights which are of keen interest to you.
We daresay that worldwide everybody is aware about the beauty of Bruges. Yet, Ghent counts even more buildings that are listed as monuments and the city is also very charming. We, Belgians call Bruges and Ghent our ‘twin’ cities. Yet, it would be more appropriate to call Bruges ‘the sister’ and Ghent ‘the brother’. Come and dare to fall in love with Ghent which is truly Belgium’s hidden treasure.
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Private 6-hour Tour to Ghent from Brussels with driver and guide (2 hs in Ghent)
In addition to its cultural offerings, Ghent's major attraction is its well-preserved medieval city center, one of the finest in Europe. Many of its most beautiful medieval buildings are in the historic areas around the old Graslei harbor, a car-free area that is the largest in Belgium.
Your private driver will pick you up in your hotel or place of choice in Brussels and drive you towards Ghent. Once there you will meet your private official tour guide for a private 2-hour guided tour of the towns most emblematic sites.
After the tour you will have some free time for lunch/shopping before driving back to Brussels.
Your driver will be at your entire disposition during the total duration of the tour.
Your tour guide will be at your disposal for 2 hours for a guided walking tour of Ghent.
Enjoy lunch on your own and your driver will take you back towards Brussels.
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Enjoy an interactive activity in your language.
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Without a schedule and at your own pace, pause anytime and continue later or even another day.
Work as a team or compete with each other. A unique team-building activity perfect for couples, families, companies, students and groups of friends.
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