Heirnis Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Gravensteen showing château or palace, a river or creek and street scenes

Gravensteen Castle

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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 elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Saint Bavo Cathedral

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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 which includes heritage architecture, an administrative building and interior views

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 featuring a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and a park

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 featuring heritage architecture, modern architecture and a city

Belfry of Ghent

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral 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

Activities

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

AU$178
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

AU$18
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip
Delicious chocolates, fun facts & sightseeing!

Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)

AU$83
per adult
Charlie's famous Chocolate Tour (Ghent)
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

AU$105
per adult
The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises

AU$20
per adult
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

AU$5
per adult
Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
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Our pick of the best Heirnis Hotel Deals

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

Van der Valk Hotel Gent

4.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 10, Ghent
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$303 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$303
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (602 reviews)
"Best stay so far. Clean room, modern design, big desk for writing and enjoying coffee, pillow bed comfy, toilet clean and shower all working very well. Very very comfortable stay. Reception great service, recommended me a shopping mall as my shoe sole came off. Im an official fan of Van Der Valk ..."

Reviewed on 22 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 AU$173 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$173
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Lovely views of the canel. Quiet, safe and rasy walk to everything. Definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Akkerhage 2, Ghent, East Flanders
The price is AU$161 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$161
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (91 reviews)
"We stayed 4 nights, 3 out of 4 breakfast days were excellent. One day was poor with a lack of silverware, food products and coffee machine. The room we had was fantastic. Clean, comfortable and quiet. The desk staff were always very helpful and very courteous."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent

4.5 out of 5
Hoogstraat 36, Ghent
The price is AU$244 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$244
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Central to Gent and tourist areas but accessible and easy with car Everything excellent (especially food in Bistro and Restaurant) - only room for improvement - service of Breakfast coffee could be improved (speed and quantity) - they've gone for quality - which is excellent but at busy times coffee ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof Ghent
Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
The price is AU$193 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$193
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (550 reviews)
"Hotel was clean with kitchen and dishes & utensils. Very spacious. Hotel is unique in its way as looked that was monastery refurbished. A little dark inside but overall was good."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Cour St Georges

Cour St Georges

Hoogpoort 75-77, Ghent
The price is AU$123 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$123
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (511 reviews)
"Staff is amazing and remembers you by name! The location is perfect!! Walking distance to every thing in the city center. They are kind enough to offer storage for your luggage before check in…so appreciated that! Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Cour St Georges
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Other neighbourhoods around Heirnis

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St. Macharius

4/5(1 area review)

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
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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.

Red Light District
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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
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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 St. Peter's Square or Small Beguinage Ghent.

Muinkparkwijk
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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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Kunstenkwartier

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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