Discover the soul of Ghent on a private walking tour that’s entirely tailored to you. With a friendly local host leading the way, you’ll wander beyond the guidebooks—starting at iconic landmarks like the Belfry and Gravensteen, then stepping into quiet courtyards, student squares, and riverside hideaways. Whether you're drawn to medieval stories, offbeat corners, or just want to explore at your own pace, this experience flows moment to moment around your interests. It’s not just sightseeing—it’s seeing the city through a local lens. - A private, fully personalized walking tour of Ghent - Discover iconic landmarks and hidden corners - Explore lively squares, medieval streets, and quiet courtyards - Itinerary adapts to your mood, interests, and pace - Host-curated route shaped in real time around you
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $119.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:43 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
With your local host, explore a curated route through the city shaped around you. Here's a sample of what your day could include:
Begin at this iconic UNESCO-listed tower. Your host may point out lesser-known details or share stories from outside. No need to climb unless you’d like to return later.
Admire the Gothic façade and learn about the cathedral’s layered history. Your host shares stories from outside. Entry to the Van Eyck altarpiece is optional and not part of the tour.
See Ghent’s medieval castle from the outside, with stories of its dramatic past. Instead of going in, explore the calm canal-side streets behind it.
Walk along this historic quay lined with ornate merchant houses, and hear how this area shaped Ghent’s trade legacy.
Discover one of Ghent’s oldest squares, where locals gather. Your host might share stories of the city’s rebellious spirit here.
Step into this serene courtyard from the Beguine tradition, a peaceful spot off the main path, ideal for a reflective moment.
End at this hidden park by the water. It’s a favorite among locals for a quiet break or scenic view before parting ways.
This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Personalized Private Ghent Walking Tour with Local Guide lasts about 2–6 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
Prices start at $59 per person for this Ghent experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $119. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included. Pickup points include Ibis Gent Centrum St Baafs Kathedraal.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by City Unscripted.
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Really good tour with Arthur, a very knowledgeable guide and everyone in our group enjoyed it very much
We’re so glad everyone in your group had such a great time exploring! It’s wonderful that the local knowledge and insights made the experience so enjoyable. Thank you for sharing your lovely feedback!
Super tour with Arthur who has great knowledge about the history of Gent and was very good at providing relevant information to our group. Every one of us enjoyed the tour.
We’re so glad everyone in your group had such an enjoyable time discovering Ghent! It’s wonderful that the city’s history and stories were shared in such an engaging and relevant way. Thank you for sharing your lovely feedback!
Fantastic experience! Our guide was so personable, knowledgeable, and responsive. This was the perfect orientation to get us started on a wonderful time in Ghent. She personalized it exactly for us and showed us all kinds of places we would never have discovered on our own.
We’re so glad this experience gave you the perfect start in Ghent and felt truly tailored to you! Discovering those hidden spots along the way sounds wonderful — thank you for sharing this.
Jana queries you beforehand in order to design a tour around your interests. She is pleasant and knowledgeable which makes for a wonderful introduction to Ghent and Belgium as a whole. The tour takes one from medieval to modern and back. It’s a really fine tour.
We’re so glad your introduction to Ghent felt so thoughtfully tailored to your interests! Exploring from medieval to modern sounds like a wonderful way to experience the city. Thank you for sharing this.
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