Uncover the dark side of Ghent on a private walking tour and hear the legends and mysteries that linger in shadowy alleys. Follow your guide to lesser-known corners and finish in the Medieval Quarter.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English, Spanish, Dutch
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

Highlights

Skip the “touristy trail” and get to know the real Ghent
Discover the city from a different perspective with its unique and hidden gems
Learn about history, mystery, dark stories, interesting facts, and old legends
Customize your tour and make special requests based on your preferences
Receive a booklet with discounts and gifts for restaurants, museums, and shops

Full description

Explore the lesser-known side of Ghent with your professional private guide on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Learn about the city's history, discover interesting facts and get to know the dark side of Ghent via old legends and tales of mystery. Finish the tour in the medieval quarter, very close to the city center, with a deeper understanding of Ghent.

Enjoy a perfect mix of history and dark stories, myths, old legends, interesting facts, and hidden gems — everything to make your time in Ghent mysterious and exciting. As it is a private tour, it can be customized based on your preferences and indications.

Stops included on the tour:
+ Saint Michael’s Bridge,
+ St. Bavo's Cathedral,
+ Graslei,
+ Appelbrugparkje,
+ Gravensteen,
+ Prinsenhof,
+ Rabot,
+ Bridge of Imperial Delights,
+ Augustine Monastery,
+ Patershol, and many more!

Includes

Professional private guide

Food and drinks
Tips

Meeting point

Saint Michael's Bridge, in front of the Hostel Upperlink.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

This tour will take place rain or shine.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 15 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.8/5

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We had a fantastic tour with Kenny. He was knowledgeable, and entertaining. Always great to be shown around by someone who loves their home. So happy to have more time here to follow-up on his recommendations of other things to see.

Very interesting angle, something different. Interested in buying some books about the subject matter that was told, want to know more about this. So, successful walk.

Hamraz was an excellent guide. She was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the city and was very friendly and willing to answer any questions.

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Ghent: The Dark Side of Ghent Private Walking Tour

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