Leiestreek Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ghent Town Hall featuring street scenes, an administrative building and a sunset
Belfry of Ghent
Ghent Town Hall showing street scenes, an administrative building and heritage architecture
Saint Bavo Cathedral featuring cycling and street scenes as well as an individual male
St. Nicholas\' Church showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Leiestreek

Ghent Town Hall showing an administrative building, street scenes and heritage architecture

Ghent City Centre

4.5/5(3 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
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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
Citadel Park which includes a cascade, a lake or waterhole and a park

Stationsbuurt Noord

Unique features of Stationsbuurt Noord include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Museum of Fine Arts or Ghent University Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.

Stationsbuurt Noord
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Heilig Kerst

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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Moscou

Moscou might not have many top sights, but Ghelamco Arena and Small Beguinage Ghent are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Moscou
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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
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$199 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$199
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (537 reviews)
"No public transportation during weekend"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 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$191 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$191
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (936 reviews)
"Very clean, very easy hotel experience."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 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$173 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$173
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (67 reviews)
Great staff
"the staff were fantastic - really helpful and friendly. I wasn't expecting an amazing stay but it really exceeded expectations."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
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Getaway Studios Gent

Getaway Studios Gent

2 Seminariestraat, Ghent
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! (517 reviews)
Lovely hotel
"Was a perfect stay in Gent and a lovely hotel the hotel is across from a Parking garage. So convenient if you have a car Just remember lez tax."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort

Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort

29 KOOPVAARDIJLAAN, Ghent
Stay at this aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (109 reviews)
"Great stay for a group or a family. Great customer service, very comfortable for either work visit or vacation!"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort
The Hide

The Hide

4 out of 5
134 Nederkouter, Ghent, Vlaams Gewest
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Ghent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Bijloke Music Center and Law Courts ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"All perfect, just a little bit loud early in the morning, we are aware it was because of some constructions around, overall the place it’s really nice, and the staff very efficient when trying to solve an issue with the booked room, they upgraded us to another one of their rooms, which we appreciate ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

The Hide
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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

Cities near Leiestreek

Ghent which includes boating and a city

Ghent

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