Top Ghent Food & Drink

While Ghent is famous for its chocolate-making, it can be difficult to find the best chocolate spots independently. Discover them with ease—and get the lowdown on their wares and some of Ghent’s landmarks—on this chocolate-and-sightseeing small-group tour. Follow your guide through Ghent’s medieval center, pause at historical buildings to hear their backstories, and visit several chocolate shops for tastings—you’ll savor a minimum of eight sweet treats.

Pleasure your palate with the effervescent delight of Belgian beer on a beer tasting tour of Ghent. With a connoisseur guide, stroll around the city and visit ambient bars renowned for their fine selection of beers. Educate your taste buds to recognize the subtle flavors in each distinctive beer variety and learn about the history of Belgian brewing from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy accompanying samples of cheese and other Belgian delicacies on this enticing tour.

Our Ghent chocolate tour is unique because we offer a combination of sightseeing and chocolate in and near the city centre. Imagine anything chocolaty that you have ever dreamt off. You will for sure be on a high when you finish the tour! :) We support local, small businesses and during this tour get you in touch with the locals who are happy to share their story as well. This tour shall include all your senses. See the sights and the chocolate, feel and smell it before you eat and listen to your guide's stories. Our groups are small to keep it safe and to give you the best possible experience. IMPORTANT Please let us know about any allergies/intolerances you have before you book. We will let you know then if this tour is suitable. Bring comfy walking shoes and dress for the weather. Also bring a face mask. This tour will definitely leave you on a high. Make sure to bring some water that you can drink between tastings. !!! Self-Guided tour between 18 May 22 and 5 June 22

Spend a few hours sipping brews and learning about Ghent's beer history on this half-day walking tour. With a beer-loving guide in the lead, you'll follow a curated itinerary focused on the history of brewing and beer in Ghent, which was intertwined with the city's religious life. Five tastings sessions are included at different locations.

Come with me for a walk through the city center of Ghent and discover some interesting places. We stroll through interesting buildings - young and old - such as St. Bavo's Cathedral where the world famous Lamb of God is kept, the belfry with its dragon, the old port that was built in the Middle Ages, and so much more ... We discover the enormous tradition of 'the Burgundian way of life' with a large number of Flemish specialties such as the enormous range of beers, chocolate and of course the Belgian waffles!

Exploring Old Ghent independently may mean skimming over some of its history and sights. Gain more than a cursory overview of the city on this private walking tour, which can be tailored around you. Let a local guide lead you to St. Bavo’s Cathedral and other must-sees so you don’t get lost; uncover their significance, and sample a culinary speciality—all bonuses you could easily miss out on if alone.

See Ghent from a new perspective on a 40-minute boat tour down the Leie, offered in 5 languages to suit your preference. In addition to navigating, your guide provides historical anecdotes about a range of medieval landmarks passed along the way, from St. Bavo’s Cathedral to 13th-century monasteries. Don’t forget your camera: Panoramic views of the riverbanks are frame-worthy.

Cruise the romantic waterways of medieval Ghent on a 40-minute tour and take in the sights along the River Leie waterfront. Glide past the medieval port of Graslei, the old Groot Vleeshuis Butcher’s Hall and the imposing Castle of Counts, and admire the pretty colorful houses along the riverside.

Avoid crowded tourist hotspots and discover the best local foodie haunts in Ghent with this private tasting tour. Enjoy a mix of sweet and savory delights—including cheese croquettes with mustard, Belgian chocolates, and local beer at one of the city’s oldest bars. Along the way, learn stories about the city’s history and culture, and find out about local legends too.

Dive into the craft beer scene of Ghent with this in-depth shared craft beer tour. Visit three craft breweries in Ghent to learn about their brewing processes and the technology used. Sample a wide selection of local beer and experience firsthand how the choice of ingredients can influence their flavor. Finish the tour at a bar a little off the tourist trail to socialize and further explore the city’s beers.

Unwrap Ghent’s chocolate offerings more easily than you could alone on this private walking tour. Discover the city’s chocolate hotspots—and historical sights on route— without smartphones and maps: letting a guide lead you past medieval landmarks and through cobbled lanes to deluxe chocolatiers and hidden confectionery shops. Sample luscious treats, meet the makers, and gain insight into Ghent’s chocolate-making craft that you’d likely never get if exploring alone.

Listen to stories from a young local who launched one of the 1st Belgian craft beers. Understand more about the brewing process. Taste high-quality beers from famous brands to limited editions. Discover more of the local market thanks to an inspirational food pairing. Learn why Belgium became so famous for its Triples, Lambic & Trappists. Found out how hops & malts taste. Dive into Ghent future craft brewery scene. Receive food & drink recommendations. Get inspired for a new destination like Brussels & Bruges.

They say one of the best ways to explore a country is through its food, and Belgium is no exception. During this culinary experience, step into a Belgian kitchen and garden in Ghent, and enjoy an immersion in local cuisine and culture. With helpful tips from your host and instructor, prepare and enjoy three dishes such as stoverij (beef stewed in beer) or witloof (Belgian endives with cheese and ham).

Embrace the flavors of Belgium with this private cooking class led by a local chef known as Suzy. Classes are taught from her childhood home filled with historic Flemish art and a large blooming garden. Learn about Suzy's heritage and upbringing while trying out cooking techniques. Sample dishes such as Ghent Waterzooi or homemade ice cream for a delicious and immersive experience.

Experience Ghent’s specialities and sights together with a local guide! On this Small Group Tasting Tour we will taste local specialties - sweet and savory - at some unique locations (min. 8 tasters). Yummie! What can you expect? Cheese croquettes with local mustard on a picturesque square, delicious Belgian chocolates at the city’s best chocolate shops, great local beer, yummie local ham and a visit to the oldest candy shop in town. Or what about jenever, a local drink based on the juniper berry & apple? Along the way we'll explore the fascinating history of Ghent, its numerous city legends & lots of fun facts.

Enjoy the city in a unique way with this pub trail. Walk through the city center and search for the most interesting places with GPS. Solve questions and do assignments and visit 3 great pubs in the city center for fun assignments at each pub. Try to set a high score within your team and win great prizes! Everything on your smartphone. The pub trail is a unique combination of a pub crawl, a scavenger hunt, and a city walk. All-in-One. The Pub Trail has no time limit - you can start, extend or stop when it suits you! It is offered in multiple languages and it takes about 2,5 hours to complete. How does it work? When booking you will receive an email with instructions on how to play the Pub Trail on your smartphone. With a free online app, compatible with Android or iPhone. Once at the starting point, you will start your pub crawl through the city, it's that easy!

Enjoy the city in a unique way with this pub trail. Walk through the city center and search for the most interesting places with GPS. Solve questions, do assignments, and visit three great pubs in the city center for fun assignments at each pub. Try to set a high score within your team and win great prizes! Everything on your smartphone The pub trail is a unique combination of a pub crawl, a scavenger hunt, and a city walk. All-in-One. The Pub Trail has no time limit; you can start, extend, or stop when it suits you! It is offered in multiple languages, and it takes about 3 hours to complete. How does it work? When booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to play the Pub Trail on your smartphone. with a free online app compatible with Android or iPhone. Once at the starting point, you will start your pub crawl through the city; it's that easy!