History walks in Ghent
Guided walks through old towns, wartime districts and ancient centres, led by guides who know what happened on each street.
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Compare at a glance
Prices run from £3 to £75 per person. 2 of 3 are private or small-group tours (12 people or fewer). Select a tour name for meeting point, stops and what's included.
| Tour | Duration | Group | From | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent | 2 hours | Up to 35 | £3 | 4.9 (2,297) |
| Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Ghent | 2 hours | Private | £75 | 4.9 (152) |
| Private History and Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Gent | 1.8 hours | Private | £75 | 4.9 (106) |
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent (opens Viator in a new tab)
A tip-based walk through the highlights and legends of Ghent. Tour details: Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent
Guided in English, Spanish
From £3Free cancellation
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Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Ghent (opens Viator in a new tab)
A private walk through Ghent's history and highlights. Tour details: Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Ghent
Guided in English, French, tr, Dutch, Spanish
From £75Free cancellation
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Private History and Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Gent (opens Viator in a new tab)
A private walk through Ghent's darker history and legends, from St Michael's Bridge and the Graslei to the Gravensteen castle. Tour details: Private History and Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Gent
Guided in English, French, Dutch, Spanish
From £75Free cancellation
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