Private Tour: The Dark Side of Gent
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 45 minutes
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Join our Private Tour: The Dark Side of Gent of and discover the fascinating history, myths and legends of our city with an experienced and passionate local guide.
We take you off the beaten track to show you some highlights and hidden gems of our gorgeous city. After 1.5h you will finish the tour in the medieval quarter of Ghent, very close to the city center, with a deeper understanding of our beloved city!
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
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.
St. Bavo's Cathedral
We’ll tell you the gruesome story of why the beautiful cathedral is also known as the ‘Devil’s Tower’. (Entering is not part of the tour).
Options
French Tour
Dutch Tour
English Tour
Spanish Tour
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Private guide
All Fees and Taxes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
90 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great time
K9017JCbarryr,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with Kenny. He was so informative and full of energy. We would absolutely do again.
Great
T3073HDmariaj,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good, very entertaining, and the guide was great.
Dark side of Ghent - very enjoyable tour experience
krisztinar957,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kenny was a fantastic tour guide. The time was flying by. He is very knowledgeable, has great sense of humour. We learnt about the history of Gent including it's dark side too. My husband and I enjoyed every minute, it was very educational and we also had a good laugh. It lasted almost two hours, which didn't seem long enough, as it was so interesting.
Kenny is the best
R9838JBannab,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kenny is absolutely a legend. He was very knowledgeable, funny, charismatic and attentive. I would recommend anyone to join his group, it’s a lot of fun.
Dark side of Ghent city tour thick 10!
K6232QHmichelleb,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very nice city tour with Kenny!
Excellent!
ricardorQ2016JL,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice experience and recomendéis for people who are looking for historical data of the city
Gent tour legends
mirelam735,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Manon - very nice guide. Interesting
Must do experience
anapZ1443NC,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was amazing, I truly enjoyed! Manon is very kind and funny ❤️
Incredibly recommended
E852CCdanielag,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Manon was an amazing tour guide. So funny and charming and a great storyteller.
Manon and dark Ghent stories
mariagC3465PC,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Manon was an excellent tour. She’s funny, charismatic, joking… Very fun and engaging tour
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Operated by Gent Free Walking Tour