Oostakker Travel Guide

Ghent

Photo by David De Vos
Photo by David De Vos
Photo by David De Vos
Photo by David De Vos

Popular places to visit

Gravensteen featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a river or creek

Gravensteen Castle

One of the only remaining medieval castles in Flanders, this historic fortress provides a fascinating insight into the weaponry, culture, and drama of Ghent’s past.

Gravensteen Castle
Saint Bavo Cathedral which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Saint Bavo Cathedral

One of the iconic Three Towers of Ghent, this historic cathedral is known for its outstanding collection of art.

Saint Bavo Cathedral
Ghent Town Hall featuring an administrative building, interior views and heritage architecture

Ghent Town Hall

See one of the city’s most unusual landmarks, a striking building constructed over the course of almost four centuries.

Ghent Town Hall
Citadel Park which includes a statue or sculpture, a garden and heritage architecture

Citadel Park

This popular public park is among the most important green spaces in the city, home to pleasant paths and several unique museums.

Citadel Park
Belfry of Ghent which includes a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Belfry of Ghent

Visit one of Ghent’s most famous attractions, an imposing tower that defines the city’s skyline and symbolizes its independence.

Belfry of Ghent
St. Nicholas\' Church showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

St. Nicholas' Church

A beautiful example of Scheldt Gothic architecture, this striking blue-gray church is among the oldest landmarks in the city.

St. Nicholas' Church

Things to do

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

฿380
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

฿3,760
per adult
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels
Private Tour to Bruges from Amsterdam

Private Tour to Bruges from Amsterdam

฿40,946
per traveller
Private Tour to Bruges from Amsterdam
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

฿114
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

฿1,768
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour

Ghent: Guided Walking Tour

฿570
per adult
Ghent: Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Oostakker

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10, Ghent
The price is ฿4,616 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,616
฿5,159 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (573 reviews)
Beautiful modern hotel with a car park.
"We only stayed at this hotel for one night. After a long drive, we arrived with no real expectations when booking—our main priorities were having secure parking (note: there’s a €10 fee) and being reasonably close to Ghent city centre. What we loved about this hotel is that from the moment you walk ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,224 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,224
฿3,684 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (993 reviews)
"Clean, simple room, spacious enough and even with a nice view, right in the center of town. Beds were comfy, shower warm and strong. The breakfast was great, worth adding."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,652 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,652
฿5,196 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (996 reviews)
"We stayed one night at this hotel and had just the best time. The hotel is beautiful with lovely comfortable rooms and is in a great location where all the sights of Ghent are within walking distance. Highly recommend and would come back."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort

Kleindokkaai 27, Ghent, BE
The price is ฿1,975 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿1,975
฿2,359 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (894 reviews)
"Great, modern hotel with all the amenities close by. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is ฿3,060 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿3,060
฿3,509 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (535 reviews)
"Really close to old city area. Walk everywhere. No housekeeping the 2 nights we were there."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 2, Ghent, East Flanders
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,974 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,974
฿3,418 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (84 reviews)
"Clean, neat and comfortable"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Oostakker

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Sint-Amandsberg

5/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Sint-Amandsberg. You might want to make time for a stop at Illuseum or ElenQVino.

Sint-Amandsberg
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Heilig Kerst

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the theatres in Heilig Kerst, and World of Kina: The Garden is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Heilig Kerst
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Bloemekenswijk

While there might not be top attractions in Bloemekenswijk, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Prinsenhof and Pretland Gent.

Bloemekenswijk
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Sluizeken

Sluizeken might not have many top sights, but Big Cannon and Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sluizeken
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St. Macharius

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of St. Macharius include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by St. Bavo's Abbey or Pius X Chapel while you're exploring the area.

St. Macharius
Gravensteen featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a river or creek

Patershol

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Patershol is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gravensteen Castle and Old Fish Market.

Patershol

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