Kunstenkwartier
Ghent





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Popular places to visit

Ghent University
Enjoy the student vibe at Ghent University during your stay in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Grand Beguinage St Elisabeth
You can find out about the history of Ghent with a visit to Grand Beguinage St Elisabeth. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
St. Peter's Square
Learn about the local history of Ghent when you take a trip to St. Peter's Square. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Book Tower
After visiting Book Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Vooruit Arts Centre
Enjoy a performance at Vooruit Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Peter's Church
After visiting St. Peter's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ghent. Experience the museums and art scene in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Ghent Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

Ghent Highlights Walking Tour with Smartphone App
Top hotels in Kunstenkwartier

JAM Ghent
Cool hotel, about 25 mins walk from Central Ghent. The pool was warm and well received and beds were comfy. Parking nearby was reasonable. Unfortunately our shower was blocked, and our room flooded, so we had to move to a slightly smaller room.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

ibis Gent Centrum Opera
The advertised air conditioning is 'a closed circuit consisting of multiple rooms' which the staff advised us could not be used to cool the room until the weather became warmer. I visited in April when the weather had just turned warm, the sun shone on the window all day so the room became hot. Opening ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

The Hide
Marvellous property. Room was huge and had everything you need in a convenient location.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

One Two Four Hotel & Spa
Great staff and excellent spa. Room was well thought out and comfortable and quiet. A great place!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
This was a great location in central Ghent. Very convenient to transit and to all the historic sights. The room was clean and comfortable in a safe area.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
Beautiful hotel, spacious and luxurious rooms, we only wished we could stay longer!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kunstenkwartier

Zuid
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Zuid. You might want to make time for a stop at Ghent South Shopping Center or Ghent Public Library.

Muinkparkwijk
Muinkparkwijk is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ghent area, you might plan a trip to St. Peter's Square or Book Tower.

Red Light District
While there might not be top attractions in Red Light District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Glass Alley and Capitole Theatre.

Stationsbuurt Noord
Unique features of Stationsbuurt Noord include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Ghent University Botanical Garden or Museum of Fine Arts while you're exploring the area.

Ghent City Centre
Historical sites, cafes and museums are some highlights of Ghent City Centre. Make a stop by Belfry of Ghent or St. Nicholas' Church while you're exploring.

Strop
While Strop isn't home to many top sights, St. Peter's Square and Grand Beguinage St Elisabeth are some notable places to visit nearby.


