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Home/Destinations/Ghent/Canal Boat Trips

Ghent Canal Boat Tours

See Ghent from its medieval canals: glide along the river Leie past the gabled guild houses of the Graslei and Korenlei, beneath old bridges and beside the castle, on a relaxing boat trip. The classic, scenic way to take in the city’s waterfront grandeur and history.

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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent
Ghent
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent
4.9(2,242)·2 hours
from$3/ person
via Viator
Ghent Bike Tour Off-the-beaten-track
Ghent
Ghent Bike Tour Off-the-beaten-track
5.0(531)·2h 30min
from$55/ person
via Viator
40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent
Ghent
40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent
4.3(440)·40 min
from$11/ person
via Viator
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent
Ghent
Guided Boat Trip in Ghent
4.2(199)·40 min
from$13/ person
via Viator
Ghent: Famous Belgian Chocolate Walking Tour with Tastings
Ghent
Ghent: Famous Belgian Chocolate Walking Tour with Tastings
4.9(175)·2 hours
from$68/ person
via Viator
Private Historical Tour: The Best of Ghent
Ghent
Private Historical Tour: The Best of Ghent
4.9(148)·2 hours
from$100/ person
via Viator
Bicycle tour in historic Ghent
Ghent
Bicycle tour in historic Ghent
4.9(102)·2h 30min
from$52/ person
via Viator
Ghent Beer Guided Walking Tour
Ghent
Ghent Beer Guided Walking Tour
4.8(95)·3 hours
from$57/ person
via Viator
Private Highlights Walking Tour in Ghent
Ghent
Private Highlights Walking Tour in Ghent
5.0(73)·2 hours
from$143/ person
via Viator
Walking food tour: Introduction to Ghent through food
Ghent
Walking food tour: Introduction to Ghent through food
4.8(62)·2h 30min–3h
from$101/ person
via Viator
Unique skyline sailing
Ghent
Unique skyline sailing
4.4(55)·45 min
from$42/ person
via Viator
Bruges and Ghent Private Tour from Brussels
Bruges
Bruges and Ghent Private Tour from Brussels
4.9(55)·4–10 hours
from$1,031/ person
via Viator
Ghent guided offroad tour by e-scooter
Ghent
Ghent guided offroad tour by e-scooter
4.8(49)·3h 30min
from$109/ person
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e-Scavenger hunt Ghent: Explore the city at your own pace
Ghent
e-Scavenger hunt Ghent: Explore the city at your own pace
4.3(44)·2–4 hours
from$36/ person
via Viator
BeerWalk Ghent (English guide)
Ghent
BeerWalk Ghent (English guide)
5.0(30)·3 hours
from$57/ person
via Viator
Ghent Chocolate Tasting and Sightseeing Tour
Ghent
Ghent Chocolate Tasting and Sightseeing Tour
4.8(25)·2 hours
from$79/ person
via Viator
Ghent Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Ghent
Ghent Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
4.6(24)·2 hours
from$39/ person
via Viator
Sunset cruise
Ghent
Sunset cruise
5.0(19)·2 hours
from$102/ person
via Viator
Ghent Private Walking Tour with a Local
Ghent
Ghent Private Walking Tour with a Local
4.4(9)·2–6 hours
from$63/ person
via Viator
Ghent Beer and Sightseeing Adventure
Ghent
Ghent Beer and Sightseeing Adventure
4.7(7)·4 hours
from$102/ person
via Viator
Guided tour of Ghent
Ghent
Guided tour of Ghent
4.3(7)·2h 30min
from$17/ person
via Viator
Ghent Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self Guided Walking Tour
Ghent
Ghent Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self Guided Walking Tour
4.2(6)·2 hours
from$5/ person
via Viator
Ghent Walking Tour with Optional boat trip
Ghent
Ghent Walking Tour with Optional boat trip
4.5(4)·2h 30min
from$22/ person
via Viator
Gent Private Walking Tour with a Local
Ghent
Gent Private Walking Tour with a Local
5.0(3)·2–6 hours
from$47/ person
via Viator
Unforgettable private tour to Belgium’s most delightful cities Bruges and Ghent
Bruges
Unforgettable private tour to Belgium’s most delightful cities Bruges and Ghent
5.0(1)·8 hours
from$1,134/ person
via Viator
Secrets of Ghent: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour
Ghent
Secrets of Ghent: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour
2 hours
from$23/ person
via Viator
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises
Ghent
Pub Trail Ghent: an adventure full of surprises
2–3 hours
from$13/ person
via Viator
Explore Ghent in 60 minutes with Local
Ghent
Explore Ghent in 60 minutes with Local
1h–1h 30min
from$91/ person
via Viator
Private Bruges and Ghent Shore Excursions from Zeebrugge
Bruges
Private Bruges and Ghent Shore Excursions from Zeebrugge
7 hours
from$1,123/ person
via Viator

Canal Boat Trips in Ghent — FAQ

Are Ghent canal boat trips worth it?
Yes — a canal boat trip is a relaxing, scenic way to see Ghent’s medieval guild houses, bridges and the Gravensteen castle from the water, offering views and angles you can’t get on foot.
How long is a Ghent boat trip?
Ghent canal boat trips typically last around 40 minutes, looping along the river Leie through the historic Graslei and Korenlei with commentary on the city’s history.
Where do Ghent boat trips depart?
Most Ghent boat trips depart from the jetties along the Graslei and Korenlei in the heart of the old town, beside the picturesque guild houses.

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