Drie Leien Travel Guide

Ghent

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: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway

฿580
per adult
Ghent: Hop-on Hop-off Water-Tramway
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

฿374
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Guides together enjoy the splendor of Ghent: the Gravensteen.

Discover historic + authentic Ghent & taste the best chocolate

฿1,310
per adult
Discover historic + authentic Ghent & taste the best chocolate
Shared 90Minute Boat Tour in Dutch from Ghent

Shared 90Minute Boat Tour in Dutch from Ghent

฿561
per adult
Shared 90Minute Boat Tour in Dutch from Ghent
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

Guided Boat Trip in Ghent

฿374
per adult
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent
Self Guided City Audio Tour in Ghent

Self Guided City Audio Tour in Ghent

฿262
per adult
Self Guided City Audio Tour in Ghent
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Top hotels in Drie Leien

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10, Ghent
The price is ฿4,624 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿4,624
฿5,167 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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! (607 reviews)
"We had a one night, but very nice stay there. Very nice rooms. I wouldnt want to stay anywhere else when I'm in the area."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 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 ฿3,226 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,226
฿3,686 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Novotel Gent Centrum

Novotel Gent Centrum

3.5 out of 5
Hoogpoort 52, Ghent
The price is ฿4,385 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
฿4,385
฿4,914 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (990 reviews)
"Excellent location and the staff was amazing. They allowed us to check in early which was very helpful considering we had just flown in that morning. Thanks!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Novotel 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 ฿4,660 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿4,660
฿5,205 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
The Best Place to Stay in Ghent
"This is a beautiful hotel with phenomenal customer service. The hotel is located right on the periphery of the historic center of Ghent on a quiet street with taxi access and several restaurants. Ghent is magnificent, and when we go back, we'll definitely stay at Pillows."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is ฿2,912 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,912
฿3,352 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (555 reviews)
"Great place to stay and extremely helpful staff. Very walkable and safe area, surrounded by historical places and great restaurants."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Aparthotel Castelnou

Aparthotel Castelnou

3.5 out of 5
Kasteellaan 51, Ghent
The price is ฿3,516 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,516
฿3,993 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (402 reviews)
"All staff very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Aparthotel Castelnou
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Other neighbourhoods around Drie Leien

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Rijsenbergwijk

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Rijsenbergwijk, you might enjoy its river views and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Ghent University Botanical Garden or Museum of Fine Arts.

Rijsenbergwijk
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St.-Pieters-Aalst

Visitors to St.-Pieters-Aalst enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Atelierwoning Leon Sarteel is worth a stop.

St.-Pieters-Aalst
Citadel Park featuring a waterfall, a lake or waterhole and a park

Stationsbuurt Noord

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

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.

Stationsbuurt Noord
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Nieuw Gent

Travellers like the museums in Nieuw Gent, and Museum for the History of Sciences is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nieuw Gent
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Kunstenkwartier

5/5(2 area reviews)

Kunstenkwartier is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Abbey.

Kunstenkwartier
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Graslei and Korenlei

If you're spending some time in Graslei and Korenlei, Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Graslei and Korenlei

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