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Experience a new way to discover a city with this 'gamified' tour! Explore Ghent during this self-guided walking tour that lets you see the city in a different light. You'll even learn about hidden spots most locals don't know about!
Immerse yourself in a uniquely crafted story as you solve engaging puzzles that highlight the history and noteworthy sights of the city.
A deathbed confession might point to the location of a missing panel from the painting 'Lamb of God'. Can you find out whether there is someone still alive that knows its exact location?
Rally your friends and put your problem-solving and exploration skills to the test!
- Start your adventure at any moment you choose
- All you need is a smartphone with a mobile data plan
- Suitable for a team of up to 5-6 players aged 15 and older (supervision recommended for younger players)
- This city tour takes around 2 hours to complete and is approximately 2,5 kilometers long
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start at the Vrijdagmarkt.
The end point is at the St.-Baafs cathedral.
Itinerary
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1
The Vrijdagmarkt in Ghent is one of the oldest squares in the city. The square is about one hectare in size and played a major role in the history of the city.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2St. Veerleplein
The square is dominated on the north side by the Gravensteen. The Lieve runs west of the square, behind the buildings there. To the south, you'll find the Leie river. To the east is the Patershol district. The square is named after Saint Pharaïldis of Ghent.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The church building is dedicated to Nicholas van Myra and is a good example of the Scheldt Gothic style. Unique is the crossing tower, more specifically a lantern tower, which illuminates the transept and the flying buttresses of the main choir. The tower has a height of 76 meters.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The Stadshal van Gent is a large, open canopy construction on the Emile Braunplein in Ghent's historic center. It is part of the KoBra project, a larger urban development project in the city's center.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Geeraard de Duivelsteen (The Castle of Gerald the Devil)
The Geeraard de Duivelsteen is a building that played an important role in the defense of the Portus aan de Reep, a trading settlement that stood at the cradle of the birth of Ghent.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The Bishop's Palace of Ghent is the administrative seat of the Diocese of Ghent and the residence of the bishop. The current building is located on the Bisdomplein in the East Flemish capital. It is protected as a monument.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7St. Bavo's Cathedral
The church was originally a parish church dedicated to John the Baptist. In 942 Transmar, the bishop of Tournai, came to consecrate the church as the Sint-Janskerk.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
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
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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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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