40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent
Overview
Available languages
40 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience an enthralling tour of 40 minutes along the waterways of the medieval centre of Ghent. Admire the three towers of Ghent, two castles, an ancient port and various guild halls.
Highly recommended if you would like to explore and discover the city of Ghent. Guide on board!
Boat trips start in the city centre of Ghent, from the jetty at the green hut, Korenlei A4, 9000 Gent.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
From november 1st to march 31st: 11 departures a day at 10:45 – 11:15 - 11:45 – 12:15 - 12:45 – 13:15 - 13:45 – 14:15 - 14:45 – 15:15 - 15:45
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them on- and off-board.
Your ticket is valid for one boat trip on the date you have selected. You can choose when to board the boat, during the opening hours.
What To Expect
Het Belfort van Gent
You'll pass by the beautiful towers of Ghent.
St. Bavo's Cathedral
You'll pass by the beautiful towers of Ghent.
Options
Summer boat trip through Ghent
Duration: 40 minutes
Winter boat trip through Ghent
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
On-board commentary in several languages
Driver/guide
Drinks (available for purchase at the jetty)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
392 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice tour!
Amber L,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyable tour with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Gave us some fun history of the area and joked a bit also.
Indeed a medieval time
Dave T,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazingly beautiful! I couldn’t ask for more, the canal cruise in Ghent is truly inspiring, the scenery the feeling I just can’t explain the thing is you should experience it so you will understand truly the medieval times.
Recommended! Happy and enthusiastic guide
jlQ3145UW,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We had a guide who did the tour in English, Dutch and French. Everything was told in a playful, enthusiastic way. Also the annoying guests on board were dealt with well by the guide by kindly pointing out their annoying behavior. We paid €22 for two people. Unfortunately, we were not asked if we were students, which we were.
First friend trip to Belgium!
Debora B,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was great value for money! Guide was informative! Sights along the route were interesting…would definitely recommend! Only complaint…We thought it was an English speaking tour only but included several languages so for me didn’t feel the information flowed well. However, guide did a great job!
Boat trip in Ghent with the Ghent Water Tourist
AnnyOverpeltBelgie,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A beautiful boat trip through historic Ghent. We were 54 people and were divided into 3 boats. The captains were very helpful in getting in and out. The captain gave a good explanation of the historic city center. Not too technical but fun facts. Highly recommended.
Ghent boat tour
Debbie L,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic boat ride! Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history and architecture of Ghent. We started out in the rain and thankfully we were provided with umbrellas and dry seats. Highly recommend!
Ghent boat trip
davidtG6458HN,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I felt the boat trip was very good. The cost I felt was reasonable. The captain knowledgeable and multilingual. So was able to cater to most on the boat. The trip was unhurried, lasting to close to 40 mins and the captain slowed the tour down to allow pictures at the note worthy points. A nice add on to our trip to Ghent.
Fairytale city
Patrick D,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00City was gorgeous! Best part of our trip to Europe. Our guide was knowledgeable and told us some crazy stories that I’ll remember forever. Wayyyyyy better than an Amsterdam canal cruise. Can’t wait to go back to Ghent and do this again!
Very nice. A...
hillary m,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Very nice. An experience that allows you to discover Ghent , its atypical architecture and its history.
Guide let down
Kim S,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The boat tour itself comes highly recommended as it gives you a lovely view of Ghent from the water. We booked an English tour, but unfortunately our guide decided to do most of the tour in French because of 1 person on the boat. We understand a bit of French and noticed the stories were different than the English version, and felt we could have gotten more out of the tour if the guide had told all the stories in English.
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