Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Join our daily Free Historical Tour of Ghent and discover the highlights of our gorgeous city in the company of a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. We take you on a journey through the legendary past of Ghent and give you lots of tips on where to go and what to do in the city today.
History and funny stories, legends and interesting facts, highlights and hidden gems — this tour has got everything to make your experience of Ghent authentic and exciting!
If you cannot make it to the tour for whatever reason, please notify us, so we can open your slot to other visitors. Thank you and enjoy the tour!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips, so please bring cash to reward the guide. The charged fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Gratuities
What To Expect
St Michael's Bridge
We start here with an introduction to the history of Ghent and the role the city played as a trading hub in medieval times. We also introduce you to the 3 towers of the Ghent skyline, which are best visible from this spot.
Graslei and Korenlei
At the Graslei, the beating heart of the historical city centre, we show you which buildings were involved in the trading activities when this area functioned as the city’s port.
Options
Tour in English
Spanish Tour
Reviews
1,688 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Free legends tour with Kas
283mrk,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kas took us around Ghent and she was very jolly and accommodating. She was very mindful of her audience and made us feel comfortable. We learned a lot about its history. Will go again!
100% recommended tour
manuelguillermor225,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended tour. Such a great time spent with Kasia's guide. Historical information and local food tips were given!
Great tour
Sightsee57563931607,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kenny was a great tour guide. The tour was free and fun. Lots of great spots and local advice. 💗. Was 2 hours so take that into account.
Love the tour
396lilianav,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Love the tour. Kasia was very funny, easy going and gentle. Also she gave us a lot of useful information and recommendations to enjoy Ghent. Highly recommend!!!
Excellent walking Tour by a humorous and knowledgeable guide.
324keshavk,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Florian is an excellent guide. Enjoyed his sense of humor. Gent is incredible! Highly recommend this guided tour. Learnt straight from the locals about this beautiful city. :)
Amazing
marianaaristizabalc,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved the tour! Florian the tour guide is amazing. We had so much fun!!! I learnt so much about the city and its history :)
Awesome way to learn and see a new city
392minjip,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience with the walking tour. Our guide, Hamraz (I apologize if I say the name wrong), was really great. She was funny, informative and passionate about the tour. Thanks to her the two hours flew by. Great experience and would definitely recommend.
Free walking tour - Gent
884harshiniv,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00City tour beautifully executed and explained by our guide Marianne. Great way to get to know the city and the fine details of it's history over the centuries. Definitely recommend for people visiting the city!
Amazing tour
157mufeeds,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour by Marian she’s super engaging and funny. Would definitely recommend for anyone visiting gent. She drops the best facts
Great
Guide26832883809,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide, Hamraz, is super enthusiastic and gives a great vibe for the city during the tour. The city is beautiful and had a rich history.
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