Guidebook for Gent
Arts & Culture
St Peter’s Abbey presents historio-cultural, literary and photographic exhibitions at national and international level.
44 residents recomanen
Abadia de Sant Pere
9 Sint-PieterspleinSt Peter’s Abbey presents historio-cultural, literary and photographic exhibitions at national and international level.
Design Museum Gent has one of the most beautiful art-nouveau collections in the country and also mounts interesting temporary exhibitions.
118 residents recomanen
Museu del Disseny de Gant
5 Jan BreydelstraatDesign Museum Gent has one of the most beautiful art-nouveau collections in the country and also mounts interesting temporary exhibitions.
STAM , the City Museum on the Bijloke, provides the perfect introduction to Ghent. STAM ’s permanent circuit tells the story of the city.
143 residents recomanen
Museu de la Ciutat de Gant STAM
2 GodshuizenlaanSTAM , the City Museum on the Bijloke, provides the perfect introduction to Ghent. STAM ’s permanent circuit tells the story of the city.
MIAT is a vibrant museum that organizes exhibitions, workshops, museum games, film Sundays, matinées and soirées... and the thread running through them all is industry, labour and textiles.
45 residents recomanen
MIAT Gent
10 MinnemeersMIAT is a vibrant museum that organizes exhibitions, workshops, museum games, film Sundays, matinées and soirées... and the thread running through them all is industry, labour and textiles.
MSK in Ghent houses an enviable collection of old masters, including two panels by Hieronymus Bosch, important works by the Flemish Primitives and Netherlandish art from the 16th and 17th century.
125 residents recomanen
Museu de Belles Arts
1 Fernand ScribedreefMSK in Ghent houses an enviable collection of old masters, including two panels by Hieronymus Bosch, important works by the Flemish Primitives and Netherlandish art from the 16th and 17th century.
The Municipal Museum of Contemporary Art, S.M.A.K. for short, is a place for experimentation and innovation, but it also has an eye for the public space.
230 residents recomanen
Museu Municipal d'Art Contemporani
1 Jan HoetpleinThe Municipal Museum of Contemporary Art, S.M.A.K. for short, is a place for experimentation and innovation, but it also has an eye for the public space.
Our everyday cultural heritage is a vast treasure-house of stories of things which pass but should never be allowed to pass into oblivion. And that’s what the House of Alijn is all about.
55 residents recomanen
Huis van Alijn
65 KraanleiOur everyday cultural heritage is a vast treasure-house of stories of things which pass but should never be allowed to pass into oblivion. And that’s what the House of Alijn is all about.
The Museum Dr. Guislain’s collection has two sections: the history of psychiatry and the art collection, a selection of which is on display at the museum.
37 residents recomanen
Museu Dr. Guislain
43B Jozef GuislainstraatThe Museum Dr. Guislain’s collection has two sections: the history of psychiatry and the art collection, a selection of which is on display at the museum.
In the first half of the 19th century, rich Ghent industrialists initiated this building of a new and luxurious opera house. No expense was spared...
9 residents recomanen
Vlaamse Opera
3 SchouwburgstraatIn the first half of the 19th century, rich Ghent industrialists initiated this building of a new and luxurious opera house. No expense was spared...
Food Scene
Le Pain Quotidien
10 KalandebergBreakfast shop, bakery and tearoom.
In its latest edition, the world-renowned restaurant guide Michelin awarded ‘Publiek’, the restaurant of Flemish Foodie Olly Ceulenaere, one star.
49 residents recomanen
Publiek
39 HamIn its latest edition, the world-renowned restaurant guide Michelin awarded ‘Publiek’, the restaurant of Flemish Foodie Olly Ceulenaere, one star.
Eat love pizza stands for delicious Italian food and authentic pizza in a fashionable setting. Valentina taught the art of making true Neapolitan pizzas.
45 residents recomanen
Eat Love Pizza
10 AjuinleiEat love pizza stands for delicious Italian food and authentic pizza in a fashionable setting. Valentina taught the art of making true Neapolitan pizzas.
Jack decorated this burger restaurant in a superb way. It could easily be one of these 'I put myself down for an hour with a macbook-places and have a nice cup of coffee'.
7 residents recomanen
JACK Premium Burgers Gent
1 Oude SchaapmarktJack decorated this burger restaurant in a superb way. It could easily be one of these 'I put myself down for an hour with a macbook-places and have a nice cup of coffee'.
Ellis is the product of a single-focused group of enthusiasts aiming to serve ever better burgers. This restaurant is located in the very center of Ghent. (Korenmarkt)
12 residents recomanen
Ellis Gourmet Burger - Gent
12 KorenmarktEllis is the product of a single-focused group of enthusiasts aiming to serve ever better burgers. This restaurant is located in the very center of Ghent. (Korenmarkt)
Le Pain Quotidien
10 KalandebergBreakfast shop, bakery and tearoom.
This former warehouse was transformed into a stylish restaurant. The warm interior contrasts sharply with the basic industrial elements of the building. The chef prepares dishes with fresh and fair products. The menu is both contemporary and classic. Lunch at reasonable prices.
63 residents recomanen
Pakhuis
4 SchuurkenstraatThis former warehouse was transformed into a stylish restaurant. The warm interior contrasts sharply with the basic industrial elements of the building. The chef prepares dishes with fresh and fair products. The menu is both contemporary and classic. Lunch at reasonable prices.
Travel cafe/eatery next to the Connections travel agency that makes you dream of distant, adventurous and exotic destinations. Colourful cocktails as well as local beers, finger food and world cuisine, a nice mixture from far and near. When the weather permits, you can also sit in the backyard or the terrace.
84 residents recomanen
Mosquito Coast
28 HoogpoortTravel cafe/eatery next to the Connections travel agency that makes you dream of distant, adventurous and exotic destinations. Colourful cocktails as well as local beers, finger food and world cuisine, a nice mixture from far and near. When the weather permits, you can also sit in the backyard or the terrace.
This gastronomic restaurant on the Graslei has one of the oldest façades of Ghent. It is all in a name: Belga Queen serves Belgian dishes with only first-rate Belgian ingredients. The interior combines old elements from the 13th century grain storehouse with modern architecture.
77 residents recomanen
Belga Queen
32 Rue du Fossé aux LoupsThis gastronomic restaurant on the Graslei has one of the oldest façades of Ghent. It is all in a name: Belga Queen serves Belgian dishes with only first-rate Belgian ingredients. The interior combines old elements from the 13th century grain storehouse with modern architecture.
Brasserie serving mainly French-Belgian cuisine, in the basement of the Museum of Fine Arts. Minimalist interior and terrace. Not only lunch, but also open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Mub'Art
1 Fernand ScribedreefBrasserie serving mainly French-Belgian cuisine, in the basement of the Museum of Fine Arts. Minimalist interior and terrace. Not only lunch, but also open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Restaurant serving a liberal supply of spareribs. The Vichy-style table-cloths and nostalgic knick-knacks are reminiscent of the twenties and thirties. Be careful not to overdo, because it is ‘all you can eat’!
39 residents recomanen
Amadeus Gent 1
8 PlotersgrachtRestaurant serving a liberal supply of spareribs. The Vichy-style table-cloths and nostalgic knick-knacks are reminiscent of the twenties and thirties. Be careful not to overdo, because it is ‘all you can eat’!
Restaurant serving a liberal supply of spareribs. The Vichy-style table-cloths and nostalgic knick-knacks are reminiscent of the twenties and thirties. Be careful not to overdo, because it is ‘all you can eat’!
13 residents recomanen
Amadeus Gent 2
7 GoudenleeuwpleinRestaurant serving a liberal supply of spareribs. The Vichy-style table-cloths and nostalgic knick-knacks are reminiscent of the twenties and thirties. Be careful not to overdo, because it is ‘all you can eat’!
In this Japanese restaurant ‘fresh’ is the keyword and the food refined according to the rules. There is a garden terrace where you can relax peacefully.
10 residents recomanen
Amatsu
29 HoogpoortIn this Japanese restaurant ‘fresh’ is the keyword and the food refined according to the rules. There is a garden terrace where you can relax peacefully.
Metropolitan brasserie with a sparkling and elegant interior located in Ghent’s Opera House. Not only refined world cuisine and traditional dishes, but also first class cocktails in the bar next-door.
25 residents recomanen
Cafe Theatre
7 SchouwburgstraatMetropolitan brasserie with a sparkling and elegant interior located in Ghent’s Opera House. Not only refined world cuisine and traditional dishes, but also first class cocktails in the bar next-door.
Restaurant linked to the Marriott hotel, situated in a classic mansion in the middle of the city center and with a view of the Graslei.
Refined kitchen serving classic dishes as well as contemporary delicacies, with a special focus on local products.
Coeur d'Artichaut
10 KorenleiRestaurant linked to the Marriott hotel, situated in a classic mansion in the middle of the city center and with a view of the Graslei.
Refined kitchen serving classic dishes as well as contemporary delicacies, with a special focus on local products.
This restaurant became famous under the culinary direction of Olly Ceulenaere, but now has its own course. It is located in the former transformer station of Electrabel at Groene Vallei. Top-class gastronomic cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere and at reasonable prices. The bar on the top floor opens at 10.30 a.m.
44 residents recomanen
Restaurant Volta
2B NieuwewandelingThis restaurant became famous under the culinary direction of Olly Ceulenaere, but now has its own course. It is located in the former transformer station of Electrabel at Groene Vallei. Top-class gastronomic cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere and at reasonable prices. The bar on the top floor opens at 10.30 a.m.
The decor is neither opulent nor minimalist, yet comfortable and in keeping with the Art-Deco character of the building.
Vrijmoed serves French-Belgian cuisine with a strong focus on vegetables, local produce, seasonality and sustainable fishing. Vegetarian options are available and the wine list also includes a selection of organic wines.
You can order from set menus or dine à la carte.
24 residents recomanen
Restaurant Vrijmoed
22 VlaanderenstraatThe decor is neither opulent nor minimalist, yet comfortable and in keeping with the Art-Deco character of the building.
Vrijmoed serves French-Belgian cuisine with a strong focus on vegetables, local produce, seasonality and sustainable fishing. Vegetarian options are available and the wine list also includes a selection of organic wines.
You can order from set menus or dine à la carte.
Brasserie located in the renovated Old Fish Market. The interior is just as impressive as the outside and the view of the water and the Great Butcher’s hall is magnificent. On the menu mainly classic dishes or an interpretation of a classic.
18 residents recomanen
Oude Vismijn
5 RekelingestraatBrasserie located in the renovated Old Fish Market. The interior is just as impressive as the outside and the view of the water and the Great Butcher’s hall is magnificent. On the menu mainly classic dishes or an interpretation of a classic.
Pain & Compagnie
3 KalandebergBreakfast shop, bakery and tearoom.
Nespresso Boutique Gent
43 ZonnestraatEnjoy an unique coffee shopping experience in this Nespresso shop.
One concept : A bowl and a spoon!
That easy! No more, no less.
Elegant and efficient.
Sang Hoon Degeimbre is the chef of the two michelin starred restaurant L’air du temps.
Cook, eater and traveler, he is introducing SAN, the tasty story of his culinary discoveries and journeys. SAN is the happy place where to share a bowl with your friends, family and beloved ones.
SAN
50 BrabantdamOne concept : A bowl and a spoon!
That easy! No more, no less.
Elegant and efficient.
Sang Hoon Degeimbre is the chef of the two michelin starred restaurant L’air du temps.
Cook, eater and traveler, he is introducing SAN, the tasty story of his culinary discoveries and journeys. SAN is the happy place where to share a bowl with your friends, family and beloved ones.
Patershol, one of the most famous districts of Gent, takes the limelight in the interior decoration by way of imposing black and white photos. Lien, the lady of the house, extends a charming welcome, while chef Thomas harnesses his creativity to rustle up well-prepared, fresh, tasty dishes. Deliciously characterful food.
6 residents recomanen
Karel de Stoute Restaurant
2 VrouwebroersstraatPatershol, one of the most famous districts of Gent, takes the limelight in the interior decoration by way of imposing black and white photos. Lien, the lady of the house, extends a charming welcome, while chef Thomas harnesses his creativity to rustle up well-prepared, fresh, tasty dishes. Deliciously characterful food.
One of the culinary highlights of Ghent. You can’t order á la carte here, but a 3-course menu is just €35, excl. wine. Top chef Marcelo Ballardin runs te kitchen!
38 residents recomanen
Oak Restaurant
16 HoogstraatOne of the culinary highlights of Ghent. You can’t order á la carte here, but a 3-course menu is just €35, excl. wine. Top chef Marcelo Ballardin runs te kitchen!
At 50 fifty, sharing, seasonal dishes and the local character are the essence.
Sharing restaurant based in Ghent, Belgium.
50 fifty
10 OttograchtAt 50 fifty, sharing, seasonal dishes and the local character are the essence.
Sharing restaurant based in Ghent, Belgium.
Bar & Restaurant inspired by the Wabi-Sabi philosophy. Finding beauty within the imperfections of life. www.wabisabigent.be
Wabi & Sabi
17 KraanleiBar & Restaurant inspired by the Wabi-Sabi philosophy. Finding beauty within the imperfections of life. www.wabisabigent.be
The Yalo Restaurant is a great treasure in Ghent. It’s a food & drinks concept with a dash of rock-‘n-roll led by chef Jasper Maatman. Serving small sharing plates, bar bites and classics with a twist, Yalo Restaurant is the perfect mix between meeting, relaxing and enjoying. Open 7/7 for foodies, hotel guests, locals, subtle connoisseurs and thoroughbred Burgundians. Connect to the good life, connect to Ghent.
Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel Ghent
33 BrabantdamThe Yalo Restaurant is a great treasure in Ghent. It’s a food & drinks concept with a dash of rock-‘n-roll led by chef Jasper Maatman. Serving small sharing plates, bar bites and classics with a twist, Yalo Restaurant is the perfect mix between meeting, relaxing and enjoying. Open 7/7 for foodies, hotel guests, locals, subtle connoisseurs and thoroughbred Burgundians. Connect to the good life, connect to Ghent.
Entertainment & Activities
Sphinx Cinema and Cafe
3 Sint-MichielshellingCinema and café.
Studio Skoop
63 Sint-AnnapleinCinema and café.
Drinks & Nightlife
Vooruit is a vibrant arts center offering countless cultural events, focusing specifically on performing arts, music, books and city & transition.
178 residents recomanen
Vooruit
23 Sint-PietersnieuwstraatVooruit is a vibrant arts center offering countless cultural events, focusing specifically on performing arts, music, books and city & transition.
A burger & cocktail joint. The generous & homemade burgers. Wooden and copper masculine interior. The contrast between the music in the main room and the quiet toilet with scientific broadcast sounds.
34 residents recomanen
Uncle Babe's
2 SluizekenstraatA burger & cocktail joint. The generous & homemade burgers. Wooden and copper masculine interior. The contrast between the music in the main room and the quiet toilet with scientific broadcast sounds.
A calm and high-end cocktail & absinthe bar to enjoy a quiet night out. No groups of more than 5 are allowed.
Old Fashioned
19 HoogpoortA calm and high-end cocktail & absinthe bar to enjoy a quiet night out. No groups of more than 5 are allowed.
African cocktail bar for youngsters and students, also known as the eponymous music festival during De Gentse Feesten.
22 residents recomanen
Pole Pole Café
8 LammerstraatAfrican cocktail bar for youngsters and students, also known as the eponymous music festival during De Gentse Feesten.
The Cobbler is named after the special type of cocktail shaker. The bar’s ambiance reflects an old-time atmosphere, with a stunning view of the spires of historic Ghent. Their world class bartenders offer a creative range of cocktails, as well as a selection of fine tapas and delicacies.
Kindly note that The Cobbler operates a no reservations policy. Seats are limited and in high demand.
19 residents recomanen
The Cobbler
16 GrasleiThe Cobbler is named after the special type of cocktail shaker. The bar’s ambiance reflects an old-time atmosphere, with a stunning view of the spires of historic Ghent. Their world class bartenders offer a creative range of cocktails, as well as a selection of fine tapas and delicacies.
Kindly note that The Cobbler operates a no reservations policy. Seats are limited and in high demand.
Sightseeing
Visit Ghent Belfry for an overwhelming panoramic view on the center of Ghent.
67 residents recomanen
El campanar de Gand
Sint-BaafspleinVisit Ghent Belfry for an overwhelming panoramic view on the center of Ghent.
Today this medieval port with its unique row of historical buildings, which are reflected in the long river, is the meeting place par excellence for young and old.
19 residents recomanen
Korenlei
KorenleiToday this medieval port with its unique row of historical buildings, which are reflected in the long river, is the meeting place par excellence for young and old.
The Gravensteen is a castle in Ghent originating from the Middle Ages.
48 residents recomanen
Gent Gravensteen
The Gravensteen is a castle in Ghent originating from the Middle Ages.
Shopping
Veldstraat is Ghent’s central pedestrian shopping street. Here you’ll find all the main retail chains. However, those who look up will see a number of splendid, authentic façades.
75 residents recomanen
Veldstraat
VeldstraatVeldstraat is Ghent’s central pedestrian shopping street. Here you’ll find all the main retail chains. However, those who look up will see a number of splendid, authentic façades.
Café Costume finetuned their family tradition of craftmanship in tailoring to a modern day and age. They combine their skills with quality material to bring you an out-of-body experience.
Cafe Costume Ghent
43 HoogpoortCafé Costume finetuned their family tradition of craftmanship in tailoring to a modern day and age. They combine their skills with quality material to bring you an out-of-body experience.
Underground supermarket with delicious fresh products from all over the world.
30 residents recomanen
CRU
177 KouterUnderground supermarket with delicious fresh products from all over the world.
At the moodshop you can find a unique and personal selection of items from the world of design, interior and lifestyle.
18 residents recomanen
Piet Moodshop - homestore
94 Sint-PietersnieuwstraatAt the moodshop you can find a unique and personal selection of items from the world of design, interior and lifestyle.
Essentials
Photo Alltech
11 AjuinleiPhotography print service, for small and large format HQ-prints.
The coolest laundry service ever. You can wash your clothes (with eco-friendly detergents) and have lunch at the same time. Here you are also welcome to listen to a concert, buy some cool sunglasses and watches from local designers, or even your hair.
26 residents recomanen
WASBAR Gent Nederkouter
109 NederkouterThe coolest laundry service ever. You can wash your clothes (with eco-friendly detergents) and have lunch at the same time. Here you are also welcome to listen to a concert, buy some cool sunglasses and watches from local designers, or even your hair.