6 days in Ghent Itinerary

Ghent melds the fairy tale-like beauty of Bruges with its stunning Flemish architecture, while at the same time supporting a vibrant cafe and bar scene.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Rederij De Gentenaer, Prinsenhof, Trollekelder, and other attractions. Discover out-of-the-way places like Museum Voor Schone Kunsten and St. Nicholas' Cathedral. Gravensteen and Design Museum Gent are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get out of town with these interesting Ghent side-trips: ZOO Planckendael (in Mechelen) and Pierre Marcolini (in Antwerp). There's much more to do: stop by Patershol, admire the striking features of Belfry and Cloth Hall (Belfort en Lakenhalle), and ponder the world of politics at Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis).

For reviews, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Ghent online visit planner.

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Brussels Airport, Antwerp International Airport (Deurne), Ostend-Bruges International Airport and Brussels South Charleroi Airport. In February, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to 1°C. You will leave for home on the 13th (Mon).