St. Macharius Travel Guide

Ghent

Photo by Sabrina Ghedin
Photo by Sabrina Ghedin
Photo by Charlotte Tweed
Photo by Charlotte Tweed

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

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

฿5,601
per adult
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

฿376
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

฿2,218
per adult
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre
Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

฿583
per adult
Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

฿413
per adult
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

฿1,750
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
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Top hotels in St. Macharius

Aparthotel Castelnou

Aparthotel Castelnou

3.5 out of 5
Kasteellaan 51, Ghent
The price is ฿3,781 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,781
฿4,269 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (394 reviews)
Tour 2025
"As a two night stopover we found the accommodation to suit our requirements, close to the centre, the sites and had secure parking for the motorcycle. On arrival, the check in was easy, our room had a view towards the centre, good air con etc. The supplied breakfast was excellent and sufficient to ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Aparthotel Castelnou
Van der Valk Hotel Gent

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10, Ghent
The price is ฿4,575 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,575
฿5,113 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (600 reviews)
"Property clean and staff excellent. Approach to hotel felt like an industrial estate and view from window the same. Car is necessary to go into town. Lighting in dining room too dark at breakfast, and not enough light in room for reading. Good car parking (surface and underground) at a reasonable ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum

3 out of 5
Voldersstraat 17, Ghent
The price is ฿3,530 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,530
฿4,004 total
28 Sept - 29 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! (1,010 reviews)
"Ideal place to stay for visiting Ghent."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 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
The price is ฿4,589 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,589
฿5,127 total
28 Sept - 29 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was great. Well located."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is ฿3,336 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,336
฿3,799 total
21 Sept - 22 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! (547 reviews)
Great place to stay
"Lovely apartment right in the centre of Ghent. All cooking facilities if required. A great location because the public car park is just opposite the property"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort

Kleindokkaai 27, Ghent, BE
The price is ฿1,927 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿1,927
฿2,304 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (915 reviews)
"Good location and parking was a bonus."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort
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Other neighbourhoods around St. Macharius

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Dampoortwijk

While Dampoortwijk may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ghent Museum of Industrial Archeology and Textiles and Friday Market Square.

Dampoortwijk
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Heirnis

Heirnis might not have many top sights, but Small Beguinage Ghent and Capitole Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Heirnis
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Zuid

You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Zuid. You might want to make time for a stop at Ghent Public Library or Ghent South Shopping Center.

Zuid
Ghent Town Hall featuring street scenes, a sunset and an administrative building

Ghent City Centre

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Masons' Guild Hall or Belfry of Ghent while you're exploring.

Ghent City Centre
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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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

St. Macharius Travel Guide