5 Star Places To Visit in Flanders, Belgium (23)

1. 5.0 Historic Centre of Brugge (17.9k reviews)
   - Great city
   Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites
   
   
   The historic center of Bruges has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000 thanks to its status as one of the commercial and cultural capitals of Europe and its enduring Gothic architecture. The Belgian city center is cited as a great example of a medieval historic settlement, even while it has evolved over the years. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Menin Gate Memorial (4.913 reviews)
   - Never Gets Old
   Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
   
   
   Ypres (now Ieper) is a town in the Province of West Flanders. The Memorial is situated at the eastern side of the town on the road to Menin (Menen) and Courtrai (Kortrijk). The YPRES (MENIN GATE) MEMORIAL now bears the names of more than 54,000 officers and men whose graves are not known. The memorial, designed by Sir Reginald Blomfield with sculpture by Sir William Reid-Dick, was unveiled by Lord Plumer on 24 July 1927. Each night at 8 pm the traffic is stopped at the Menin Gate while members of the local Fire Brigade sound the Last Post in the roadway under the Memorial's arches. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Last Post ceremony (2.676 reviews)
   - Amazing
   Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
   
   
   No words can describe this experience. It is so moving, so emotional, it’s simply amazing. This performance happens every single night of the year. Get there early if you want to watch the performance, however just hearing it without seeing the people involved is magical. Highly recommended. See more..
   
4. 5.0 Legends of Gent Free Walking Tour (1.988 reviews)
   - Great night tour with Sebastian!!!
   Wednesday: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Cultural Tours
   
   
   I did a Free Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Gent on Mar. My tour guide Sebastian is excellent. He is very knowledgeable and approachable. As a local growing up in Ghent, he is very passionate to share with us the history, culture, customs of this beautiful city, especially at night time. He made great jokes and recommended us some local places to try authentic food with affordable price. Also, he is very kind to not mention any things about the tips after the tour. I feel so bad for him when some participants didn't even tip him in the end, which is not nice. I can see that he is doing it because he likes it and everyone please tip the tour guide because he does a good job, not because this is "free" as you think. See more..
   
5. 5.0 Tyne Cot Cemetery (1.478 reviews)
   - Overwhelming
   Points of Interest & Landmarks • Cemeteries
   
   
   It is now the largest Commonwealth war cemetery in the world in terms of burials. At the suggestion of King George V, who visited the cemetery in 1922, the Cross of Sacrifice was placed on the original large pill-box. There are three other pill-boxes in the cemetery. There are now 11,956 Commonwealth servicemen of the First World War buried or commemorated in Tyne Cot Cemetery. 8,369 of the burials are unidentified but there are special memorials to more than 80 casualties known or believed to be buried among them. Other special memorials commemorate 20 casualties whose graves were destroyed by shell fire. There are 4 German burials, 3 being unidentified. The cemetery was designed by Sir Herbert Baker. The TYNE COT MEMORIAL forms the north-eastern boundary of Tyne Cot Cemetery and commemorates nearly 35,000 servicemen from the United Kingdom and New Zealand who died in the Ypres Salient after 16 August 1917 and whose graves are not known. The memorial stands close to the farthest point in Belgium reached by Commonwealth forces in the First World War until the final advance to victory. The memorial was designed by Sir Herbert Baker with sculpture by F V Blundstone. See more..
   
6. 5.0 Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 (1.037 reviews)
   - A must see
   Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
   
   
   The Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 presents the story of the First World War, with a particular emphasis on the Battle of Passchendaele. This battle in 1917 is known as one of the most horrific battles from the First World War, with almost 600,000 casualties for a movement of the frontline of only eight kilometres. The MMP1917 focuses on the visitor's experience with a replica dugout (underground shelter) and trenches. Using authentic letters, uniforms, video clips ... both young and old get an insight into how life must have been on and around the battlefields. The youngest visitors can go explore on their own with Lisa, Louis and their little friend Maurice, the museum rat. Lisa and Louis visit their grandfather, who collects WWI stuff in the chateau of Zonnebeke. Maurice takes the children on a discovery tour of the museum with the help of a folding map and an audio play. Along the way, they carry out fun assignments. Last admission: 4.30 pm. See more..
   
7. 5.0 Viva's Ghent Free Tours (466 reviews)
   - Walking tour with Victor
   Wednesday: 10:30 AM - 12:30 AM Walking Tours
   
   
   My friend and I took a FWT with Victor today, and we had great fun! He covered everything on our Ghent bucket list, pointed out affordable places to eat and have beer, and told us many myths and urban legends. We strongly recommend joining Victor's tour! See more..
   
8. 5.0 Bike Ghent (419 reviews)
   - Gorgeous sunny ride across Ghent
   Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM City Tours • Bike Tours • Walking Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Private Tours
   
   
   This was a really nice way to discover Ghent, less known places, hidden gems. Our guide was really attentive, lent me protection for my trousers. Highly recommend !! See more..
   
9. 5.0 Lockdown (337 reviews)
   - Great fun was had by a group of sceptical forty-somethings.
   Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
   
   
   Immerse yourself into a world brimmed with exciting puzzles and riddles. Lockdown challenges your sense of humour and puts your collaboration skills and ingenuity to the test. A warm welcome awaits you in our cozy lounge. Discover our detailed decors, immerse yourself into the story but above all: Escape in time! * Dok Noord * Room 7 (3-6 players): Escape the appartment of a serial killer in time...or be the next victim Red Alert (3-6 players): Sabotage a Russian bunker during the Cold War * At our new location nearby: Stapelplein 70 * Sector Z 2.0 (6-12 players): Doctors vs Zombies: the battle is on! In which team are you? Virtual Reality (4 players): Award winning games from Ubisoft See more..
   
10. 5.0 Brouwerij Omer Vander Ghinste (327 reviews)
    - Brewery Visit
    Spent 1-2 hours Breweries
    
    
    Brewery Omer Vander Ghinste is a family-owned brewery in the heart of Flanders that brews authentic quality beers since 1892. Guided tours possible by appointment. See more..
    
11. 5.0 Charlie Tours (323 reviews)
    - Charlie Tours, an unforgettable experience for discovering Ghent.
    Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM City Tours • Walking Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Private Tours • Food Tours
    
    
    This week we had a guided tour organised by Charlie Tours. The formula we choose was the interactive true at false option. Nick. Or hide was fabulous. The right humour, interacting with the different nationalities in our group and the quize was very entertaining. It was so much better than other guided tours I had in the past. If you want to learn more about Ghent, don't hesitate and select Charlie tours as your guide. And a small tip : if you think the story is false go for true and vica versa. The price for the winner is something you should cherish for the rest of your life. See more..
    
12. 5.0 BeerWalk (216 reviews)
    - Lovely beer walk in not so lovely weather
    Wednesday: City Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Beer Tastings & Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Private Tours
    
    
    My husband and I went on a beer walk in Ghent on a wet and chilly day. Our guide, Carine, was lovely. Not only did she stick with the tour even though we were the only 2 customers but she altered the tour to take us on some out of the way places. We enjoyed the beer tasting and lesson, as well as the company. We bought some of the beer we tasted and brought it home to share with friends. Recommend this tour if you are planning to visit Ghent. See more..
    
13. 5.0 Ben's Ghent (198 reviews)
    - Light tour + E-scooter
    Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM City Tours • Cultural Tours • Walking Tours • Night Tours • Sightseeing Tours
    
    
    Although quite familiar with Ghent, our guided tours (both light tour at night and E-scooter in day time) by the enthusiastic Ben were a great experience. Ben’s knowledge of Ghent, together with his way of presenting, keeps your attention and opens your eyes for the beauty of the city. Ben’s tours are very recommendable! See more..
    
14. 5.0 BeerSecret (181 reviews)
    - Very enjoyable and interesting tour
    Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM Cultural Tours • Walking Tours • Beer Tastings & Tours
    
    
    Liselot did a wonderful job making the 10+ person tour feel personal and provided a great selection of Belgian beers (and chocolates!). It appears that every tour is slightly different as she carefully curates the beers to the guests' tastes. Highly recommend doing a beer tour with BeerSecret if you're interested in beer and chocolates! See more..
    
15. 5.0 Locked (127 reviews)
    - THE most fun I've had in a game like this
    Escape Games
    
    
    Get yourself locked in a mysterious building, where nothing is quite what it seems. Only cooperation and the search for the logic of the building can free you! A 4 person activity See more..
    
16. 5.0 ANT Escape Rooms (121 reviews)
    - Great escape room
    Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
    
    
    Escape Games for enthousiastic players young and old. Nothing is what it seems. Work together. Find keys, ciphers and clues. Try to leave the room in time. #escaperoom #eskimo #gent Escape Room De Kelder (The Basement) For adults and children accompanied by adults "Recently we discovered a hidden room in the basement of the Eskimo factory. It seems as if no one has been here for over 50 years. Help us to reveal the secrets of this place." Escape Game Ice Crime For children aged 8 - 12 and families "Some mischievous ice cream maker tries to get people addicted to his or her product. The police had several suspects and needs your help to examine the ice salon for leads. Can you identify the right suspect?" See more..
    
17. 5.0 CityCycling.Gent (99 reviews)
    - Team Building in Ghent
    Bike Tours
    
    
    I have been to Ghent a few times and have seen the historic/touristic part of the city. Experiencing Ghent via bike was so much fun. I went with colleagues as a team building activity and saw that there is so much more of Ghent during the 3 hour tour. Tim the owner and guide is super knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend a city cycle tour. See more..
    
18. 5.0 Teseum (92 reviews)
    - Must visit and see
    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
    
    
    Treasures of the Teseum - Archaeological site: Buried treasures. Go down to see hidden treasures under the ground. Three meters below surface, age-old stones tell the story of the city, its inhabitants and the church. This story began 2000 years ago with the Roman rulers and is still being written today. - Treasury: Magnificant art treasures. Discover all the splendours of the Tongeren church treasure. One of the richest ecclesiastical treasures of the Low Countries. Unique, with items among the finest that Flanders has to offer. See more..
    
19. 5.0 Sup Ghent (72 reviews)
    - Amazing private tours
    Stand Up Paddleboarding
    
    
    Whenever I met Bart I knew straight away SUP was gonna be great! The difference that he offers is that he will always book you in on a private tour, unless you like it to be different. He is very flexible to work out the route you will like plus time and date is also when ever he is available. Once we even went on a sunrise tour where his partner made us the best boyfriend/girlfriend pictures ever! In the morning he will bring coffee and during the day other refreshments. Even if you're very new, he will do everything he can to make you have an incredible time! See more..
    
20. 5.0 Brouwerij Bosteels (58 reviews)
    - Best brewery tour ever
    Spent 1-2 hours Breweries
    
    
    In the hands of the Bosteels family for over 200 years, the brewery relies today on the craftmanship of seven generations. In 1791, Jean-Baptist Bosteels established the brewery, and has been followed by generations who took over the brewery and never stop brewing, even during the world wars. At that time, the brewery played such an important role in the town, the family Bosteels were such influential people that we are not surprised that 3 of the 7 generations have been Town Mayors. In the year 1930’s Antoine Bosteels, 5th generation, carried on the brewing dynasty and played an important role expanding the sales of the Bosteels Pils into other regions such as Ghent, Antwerp and Brussels. His son Ivo Bosteels honored the iconic beer of Pauwel Kwak by bringing it back to the market in 1980; this is the beginning of the strong beers for Brewery Bosteels. In the year 1990, Ivo’s son, Antoine Bosteels, the 7th generation, understood the potential of strong speciality beers and especially See more..
    
21. 5.0 Brouwerij Oud Beersel (brewery & taproom) (45 reviews)
    - Awesome tour. Great tour guide.
    Wednesday: Spent 1-2 hours Breweries
    
    
    Brewery Oud Beersel, an authentic and independent lambic brewery which started in 1882 is located near Brussels. It is well-known for its lambic beer, brewed according to traditional brewing methods. Brewery visits are possible individually or in a group, each Saturday, with online reservation. Groups are limited to 25 people per guide. The tour itself takes 45 minutes to 1 hour, followed by a tasting session in the tasting room "Het Bierhuis" next door. For the ones who would just like to taste one of the many delicious beers, Het Bierhuis is open from Thursday till Sunday. Locally produced dishes made with beer are also available. See more..
    
22. 5.0 Huyghe Brewery (40 reviews)
    - Epic
    Breweries
    
    
    9 of us visited on a Saturday - thanks to rail engineering works we were 30 minutes late to the tour but they waited for us. Jan the guide was excellent and the tasting session was great - unlike the big brewery tours which limit the number of samples the tasters kept flowing until we left. See more..
    
23. 5.0 Huis Nagels (37 reviews)
    - Ode to the couple with the Midas- touch!
    Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Discover a variety of magnificent building styles in this impressive notary house. It was built in 1892 by Louis Nagels. The visitor enters an overwhelming entrancehall with huge staircase and all the entrances to the notary's chambers. On the first floor you can admire some unique interiors as Gothic, Louis XV & Egyptian style. A splendid example of the in that era so popular Egyptomania. The curious who would like to find out where and how the 'Staff' in the 19th century functioned can visit the completely renovated 'Downstairs staff kitchen rooms' & the amazing 'Octopus' room. These Downstairs room are finally ready to be rented for any family occasion or business meeting. See more..