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The official page for Ghent's Tourist Office - Visit Gent (Belgium). Ghent is a historic city, yet at the same time a contemporary one.

The modern daily life of the city’s active inhabitants plays itself out against a gorgeous historical backdrop. In Ghent, we live, work and enjoy life over and over again each day. The city is alive and bids you welcome.

20/06/2026

Step back into the Middle Ages this Sunday. 🏰

For one day only, Ghent's iconic Castle of the Counts transforms into a medieval playground filled with knights, noblewomen, stilt walkers, dancers and storytellers. Experience sword fighting demonstrations, colourful performances and plenty of family-friendly activities within the walls of one of Flanders' best-preserved medieval castles.

Whether you're travelling with little dragons or simply young at heart, Party in the Castle is a unique way to experience Ghent's rich history come to life. ✨

📅 Sunday, 21 June
📍 Castle of the Counts

Discover the programme: https://visit.gent.be/en/calendar/party-castle

19/06/2026

A rare bloom is about to return to Ghent...

The Titan Arum, also known as the Co**se Flower, one of the world's most extraordinary plants, is getting ready to bloom at the Ghent University Botanical Garden. Native to tropical rainforests, this spectacular flower blooms for just 72 hours and is famous for its unmistakable scent of... rotting flesh.

Want to witness this rare natural phenomenon? Visit the greenhouses in Ghent or follow the bloom via the livestream and social media updates of GUM - Gents Universiteitsmuseum!

🌿 Free entry
📍 Tropical Greenhouse, Ghent University Botanical Garden
🕟 Open daily until 4:30 PM
⏰ During the bloom (maximum 72 hours), the greenhouses will exceptionally stay open until 7:30 PM

A unique experience for nature lovers — and anyone curious enough to smell one of nature's strangest flowers. Would you dare to stop by for a sniff? 😄

17/06/2026

The countdown to the Ghent Festivities (Gentse Feesten) has officially begun: only 30 days to go! From 17 to 26 July 2026, the city will once again be filled with music, performances, celebrations and unforgettable summer nights. ✨

Here is a little throwback to last year’s festivities. Will we see you there, and who are you bringing? 🥳🙌

More info: https://visit.gent.be/en/calendar/ghent-festivities

14/06/2026

👨‍👧‍👦 Happy Father's Day to all the dads, grandads and father figures celebrating today!

Looking for a family getaway everyone will enjoy? Discover Ghent together: climb a medieval castle, explore fascinating museums, enjoy a boat trip or simply relax in one of the city's green parks. ❤️

Find family-friendly inspiration for your next trip to Ghent 👉 http://www.visitgent.be/kids

13/06/2026

Once a circus. Then a car garage. Now one of Ghent’s most fascinating places to explore. 🎪

The Winter Circus has been reinvented as a vibrant hub for innovation, culture, food and nightlife. Wander through its impressive central Arena, discover the stunning architecture, grab a drink, enjoy a bite to eat, or simply soak up the atmosphere.

And don’t miss the rooftop bar, offering a unique view over Ghent’s iconic skyline and medieval towers — a truly special perspective on the city. 🌆

Make it part of your next weekend in Ghent and experience how the city keeps surprising you.

📍 Winter Circus, Ghent
🔗 https://visit.gent.be/en/see-do/winter-circus

12/06/2026

This Sunday, Ghent's beautiful Bijloke gardens transform into an open-air stage for Côté Jardin: a free musical picnic and festival where classical sounds meet tropical jazz in a relaxed summer setting. Bring your own picnic or grab a bite on site, and enjoy a full day of live music for all ages. 🌿☀️

A perfect excuse to slow down, soak up the atmosphere and experience Ghent like a local.

📍 Bijlokesite, Ghent
📅 14 June | 11:00–20:00
🎟️ Free admission

More info: https://visit.gent.be/en/calendar/cote-jardin
Muziekcentrum De Bijloke Gent

11/06/2026

📸 Every corner of Ghent tells a story… and we love seeing the city through your eyes! ✨

Whether it’s a selfie on a picturesque bridge, a snapshot of a hidden alley, a sunset, or that perfect moment in the heart of the city — your photos capture the magic of Ghent in a unique way.

Now it's your turn 👇

💙 Share your own favourite photo of Ghent in the comments. We can't wait to discover the city through your lens!

10/06/2026

☔ Rain in Ghent? Just another way to see the city shine.

From colourful umbrellas reflecting in cobbled streets to cosy cafés wrapped in a soft drizzle, Ghent has a special kind of magic on rainy days.

And if the weather gets a little too wet, there’s still plenty to discover indoors: museums, historic monuments, hidden gems and delicious places to warm up with a coffee or local treat.

Discover our favourite rainy-day tips here: https://visit.gent.be/en/good-know/practical-information/inspiration/tips-rainy-days

09/06/2026

✨ Another memorable Late Thursday in Ghent! 🎶🌙

What a wonderful evening at the museums! Last Thursday, visitors enjoyed not only inspiring exhibitions but also a range of special activities throughout the city — including this intimate concert in the attic of Huis van Alijn.

That’s what makes Late Thursdays so special: every edition offers something extra, from concerts and guided tours to talks, workshops and unique encounters.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us! 💛

Now we'll have to be patient: Late Thursdays are taking a summer break and will return in September with a new programme full of cultural discoveries after dark.

But don't worry: Ghent's museums remain open all summer long. In fact, summer is the perfect season to discover one of the many fascinating exhibitions taking place across the city.

👉 Looking for inspiration? Discover this summer's exhibitions:
https://visit.gent.be/en/summer-exhibitions-ghent

See you in the De Gentse Musea this summer — and again on a Late Thursday in September! 🌃

08/06/2026

For centuries, Ghent's three medieval towers ruled the skyline. Then a fourth tower appeared—64 metres high and built entirely in concrete." 📚✨

In this fascinating blog post, Frederic Hooft, interior designer and passionate advocate of post-war Belgian design, tells the remarkable story of Henry van de Velde's Booktower.

Today, the Booktower is celebrated as a modernist masterpiece, but its road to recognition was anything but smooth. From resistance and wartime disruption to neglect and an award-winning restoration, this architectural icon has had quite a journey.

Discover how Van de Velde's bold vision transformed Ghent's skyline forever—and why the Booktower is more beautiful today than ever before.

👉 https://visit.gent.be/en/blog/henry-van-de-velde-and-his-fight-fourth-tower

Because in Ghent, every tower tells a story. 🏛️✨

Adres

Oude Vismijn, Sint-Veerleplein 5
Ghent
9000

Openingstijden

Maandag	10:00 - 17:00
Dinsdag	10:00 - 17:00
Woensdag	10:00 - 17:00
Donderdag	10:00 - 17:00
Vrijdag	10:00 - 17:00
Zaterdag	10:00 - 17:00
Zondag	10:00 - 17:00

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