1 day · Ghent itinerary

Ghent in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Ghent? You can see the castle, the Altarpiece and the canals. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Ghent — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Gravensteen castle
2St Bavo’s & Altarpiece
3Canal boat trip
4Chocolate & Graslei

Morning: the old town

Explore the Gravensteen castle and St Bavo’s with the Ghent Altarpiece.

Midday: on the water

Take a canal boat trip along the Graslei and Korenlei.

Afternoon: chocolate

Taste Belgian chocolate and relax by the waterfront.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Ghent — prices per person.

Ghent

Walking food tour: Introduzione a Gand attraverso il cibo

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da$110/ persona

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Ghent in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Ghent in one day?

Yes — you can explore the Gravensteen castle and St Bavo’s with the Ghent Altarpiece, take a canal boat trip, and taste Belgian chocolate in a day, as the old town is compact and walkable.

What is the best one-day Ghent tour?

A walking tour of the old town combined with a canal boat trip and a chocolate tasting is the most rewarding way to see Ghent in a day.

How much does one day in Ghent cost?

Budget roughly €25–€55 per person for a walking tour, a boat trip and a chocolate workshop — Ghent is compact and walkable, keeping costs down.