Kunstenkwartier Travel Guide
Ghent
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Popular places to visit
Ghent University
Enjoy the student vibe at Ghent University during your stay in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Peter's Square
Learn about the local history of Ghent when you take a trip to St. Peter's Square. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Vooruit Arts Centre
Enjoy a performance at Vooruit Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Book Tower
After visiting Book Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
St. Peter's Church
After visiting St. Peter's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
St. Peter's Abbey
You can browse the exhibits at St. Peter's Abbey, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Ghent Walking Tour with Optional Add on Boat and Beer
Ghent Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Top hotels in Kunstenkwartier
JAM Ghent
We stayed here with our two children and we cannot say enough positive things about the staff. We ended up having to stay an extra night when one of our kids got sick and they were so wonderful and flexible as our plans shifted and evolved. The hotel itself was clean, had a unique style, and met ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
ibis Gent Centrum Opera
Clean. Great staff.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Hide
Marvellous property. Room was huge and had everything you need in a convenient location.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
One Two Four Hotel & Spa
Great breakfast and really friendly staff. My one suggestion is to have some additional pillow options as we found ours too hard or too soft.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Nice room, greate staff, various choices for breakfast although the eggs are too dry!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Van der Valk Hotel Gent
The hotel is very clean, beautiful, and spacious. The receptionists were friendly and welcoming, and the staff made us feel at home. Breakfast was also very good. There is underground parking available, and if you stay at the hotel, you can validate at the reception for £10 per day, which I think ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kunstenkwartier
Zuid
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Zuid. You might want to make time for a stop at Ghent South Shopping Center or Ghent Public Library.
Muinkparkwijk
Muinkparkwijk is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ghent area, you might plan a trip to Small Beguinage Ghent or Capitole Theatre.
Red Light District
While there might not be top attractions in Red Light District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Glass Alley and Capitole Theatre.
Stationsbuurt Noord
Unique features of Stationsbuurt Noord include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Ghent University Botanical Garden or Museum of Fine Arts while you're exploring the area.
Ghent City Centre
Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Belfry of Ghent or St. Nicholas' Church while you're exploring.
Strop
While Strop isn't home to many top sights, St. Peter's Square and Small Beguinage Ghent are some notable places to visit nearby.
