Travel guide: How to spend 24 hours in Ghent, Belgium

Guess who’s back? Meee! Came back home on Monday, but I’m heading to Milan tomorrow, however, before traveling again I wanted to share some photos I took in Ghent. If you didn’t hear about this city before, then let me tell you a little something about it. Ghent or Gent is a hidden gem located right near Brussels and it’s the perfect place to spend a day wandering along the cobblestone streets (make sure you wear comfortable shoes). This charming city looks like it was ripped from the pages of a fairy-tale book. With beautiful canals all around the city, dramatic castles, mesmerizing cathedrals and towers, Ghent is incredibly picturesque, perfect for touristic photos and also for Instagram shots. Keep scrolling to find out how to spend 24 hours in Ghent, Belgium. Enjoy! xx

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I’m wearing: H&M red coat (similar here)Stradivarius beret (similar here)Bag (similar here)Ego boots (similar here)Mango sunglasses (similar here) | Burberry scarf (similar here)

How to spend 24 hours in Ghent, Belgium

Take a minute and enjoy the beautiful canals of Ghent.

You can also take a canal cruise from various boating companies to discover Ghent along its waterways. The traditional boat tour is available every day and it takes about 30 minutes. Also the basic price for a ticket is €7.50.

Castle of the Counts/Gravensteen

Today the Castle of the Counts houses the Arms Museum and the Museum of Judicial Objects. Gorgeous from the outside and probably from the inside too, Gravensteen also has a rooftoop with 360° views. Located at Sint-Veerleplein 11, 9000 Gent, Belgium, the Castel of the Counts can be visited between 10AM-6PM and the entrance fee is 10EUR.

Add a lock on St. Michael’s Bridge/Sint-Michielshelling

St. Michael’s Bridge is known as one of the most picturesque areas in Ghent. The bridge is located at Sint-Michielsplein, 9000 Gent, Belgium.

Gaze at the towers and churches around St. Michael’s Bridge

St. Michael’s Bridge is the only place where you can see the Medieval Towers of Ghent – St. Nicholas’ Church (Sint Niklaaskirk), the Belfry of Ghent and St. Bavo’s Cathedral. All of them are aligned, making the perfect backdrop for touristic photos.

Check out the unique street art of Ghent

Walk through this hidden alleys to see walls covered in creative graffiti.

Wander around the streets and admire the architecture of Ghent

Take a view over the city from St. Michael’s Bridge

Enjoy the soap bubbles in Korenmarkt

When the first sunshine makes its way to Ghent, the locals flock to Korenmarkt, that has become one large outdoor terrace since its refurbishment. Plenty of possibilities for a quick lunch or snack! At the nearby Donkersteeg you’ll find Mokabon, the place to be for the ultimate cup of coffee in Ghent. At the end of the alley savour, a traditional Ghent waffle at Max.

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34 comments

    1. Thanks babe! Happy you liked it. xx

  1. Gadorvision says:

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  2. Zunera says:

    Love the shots hon… you captured it so well & you look lovely x

  3. Rosalie says:

    I would love to visit Belgium! Your photos look amazing and dream-like compared to Australia

  4. I was in Brussels a few months ago and it was cold. I’m used to cold but this was a different cold, then I got into a fight with my boyfriend and ended up wandering the streets alone which a thoroughly enjoyed lol. Enjoy Milan! I’ve never heard fo Ghen it looks sooo charming. I love your studded Beret.

  5. Alex says:

    Wow! Ghent is gorgeous! Such beautiful photos.

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  6. Beautiful photos! It looks like an amazing place to visit! 🙂 xx

  7. WOw! Amazing look 🙂

  8. alexa says:

    The photography is breathtaking ….

  9. Wow, this is amazing dear. Those sights are so surreal. And you look absolutely gorgeous with that coat dear and scarf dear! Red is simply perfect on you. So chic and pretty!

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  10. caterina sosso says:

    I’ve been there once and it’s so nice! There are a couple of very nice stationery shops in the city centre as well. You look impeccable xx

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  11. What a dream to be there — looks so gorgeous !

  12. Wow, these photos are gorgeous! I would love to visit this place someday! It looks like the perfect place to explore!

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  13. christina says:

    I have to visit there! Beautiful photos 🙂

  14. I love Belgium very much,great pics <3

  15. Thanks for sharing this hun, loveeee your bag! Xx

  16. you just made me miss Belgium, so many beautiful cities and places, love your post.
    ps: that red coat is everything !!!

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