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Get to know the Ghent that locals know by exploring Brusselse Voorstad. A neighbourhood 4 kilometres to the southeast, it's a fabulous place to get a feel for the area and those who live in it. The arrive there, the nearest airport is Brussels - National Airport. Once you've stretched out those kinks, grabbed your bags and absorbed your new surroundings, head 50 kilometres to the west.
Brusselse Voorstad is a sightseer's dream. Many of the city's top attractions are scattered near this intriguing neighbourhood, including St. Nicholas' Church and the Ghent University. You should also make sure to stop by Gravensteen Castle and Saint Bavo Cathedral. For a better perspective of this city as a whole, visit the nearby neighbourhoods of Gentbrugge and Ledeberg.
A few fantastic cultural attractions are waiting for you. Start off at the Bijloke Music Center, Frank Steyaert Gallery and Museum, the CAMPO Theatre and the Kopergietery Theatre.
Sometimes a work of art can move you so much that you just have to discover more about it. See if the staff can inform you about the works at the City Museum for Contemporary Art and the Museum of Fine Arts.
If you find yourself stuck with some miserable weather, head over for some indoor fun at the Museum for the History of Sciences, the Dr. Guislain Museum, the School of Yesteryear and the Design Museum Ghent. The marvellous displays are sure to keep your brain buzzing and your clothes dry!
There's nothing like the atmosphere of anticipation when a show is about to get under way. Watch the curtains go up at Flanders Expo, the Scala Theatre, the Minard Theatre and the Capitole Theatre.
If you're after something a little more thrilling that the whole family can enjoy, you should check out Van Eyck Swimming Pool and Pretland Gent.
Get some exercise at Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen Nature Reserve and the Ghent University Botanical Garden. A trek through any one of these green reserves is guaranteed to reinvigorate the senses.
If the hustle and bustle of the city is tiring you out, head to one of the nearby green spaces. Citadel Park, Muink Park, Bijgaarde Park and Baudelo Park are delightful spots to kick off your shoes and relax under a tree.
Nothing beats treating yourself to a bit of shopping. Give your credit card a workout at Langemunt Shopping Center, The Cottage, Ghent South Shopping Center and Ghent Christmas Market.
Step back through the mists of time at Ghent Town Hall, Belfry of Ghent, House of Alijn and Friday Market Square. These age-old attractions have a range of interesting tales to tell.
If you're intrigued by religious sites, you will love St. James' Church, St. Bavo's Abbey, St. Anne's Church and Protestant Church - Gent Centrum.
Whether you're on the lookout for a simple room to rest your head or one with the whole shebang, Brusselse Voorstad has you sorted. For a great night's sleep that won't cost you an arm and a leg, book yourself in at the Boutique Hotel Onderbergen (Onderbergen 65) or the ibis Gent Centrum Opera (Nederkouter 24-26). But if you'd rather live like royalty while you're here, the Hotel Verhaegen or the Hotel Harmony may be more up your alley. Just sit back, relax and let the friendly staff do their thing.
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You can find out about the history of Ghent with a stop at Gravensteen Castle. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
You can find out about the history of Ghent when you stop by Saint Bavo Cathedral. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Find out about the history of Ghent when you spend time at Belfry of Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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