Relaxing in Ghent

Escape from the hustle and bustle with these local relaxing spots in Ghent. Whether you’re looking for peaceful parks or fun activities, our Spotters have found the perfect spots to unwind in the city. Take a peaceful stroll through Citadelpark or explore the rivers of Ghent with Vlot Gent for a truly fun experience. Explore these and many more local gems here for a relaxing time in the city!

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26 Hidden Gems
Yoga-on-call Ghent

Yoga-on-call

De-stress like a local

"Yoga-on-call" is a contemporary yoga studio in the heart of Ghent. All the teachers are enthusiastic and helpful and speak English. I'm always energized.

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Nick

Provoost

Jun 2, 2025
Portus Ganda Ghent

Portus Ganda

Back to basics

"Portus Ganda" is one of the four marinas of Ghent. Its history goes back to the very basis of the city and is my favourite spot - I feel connected here...

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Relaxing

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Nick

Provoost

Jun 2, 2025
St Peter's Abbey Ghent

St Peter's Abbey

The Ghent vineyards

"St Peter's Abbey" in Ghent is one of the city's two beer-producing abbeys. I find it the perfect place to chill out and try many kinds of Belgian beer.

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Art & culture
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Nick

Provoost

Jun 2, 2025

Walk to the city center

Architecture & waterside

When you arrive to Ghent by train, you can take the tram to reach the city centre, or you can follow this walk I do every day and which has everything...

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Art & culture
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Bennie

de Meulemeester

Jun 2, 2025
Hug a Tree Ghent

Hug a Tree

Rare plane tree

There's this huge plane tree in Ghent. It's very characteristic and has a strong presence and I love its mature, solitary look. Go hug it or kiss it...

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Relaxing

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Dieter

Covent

Jun 2, 2025
Sunday Flower Market Ghent

Sunday Flower Market

Flowers and locals

The "Sunday Flower Market" in Ghent is a main tradition. On Sunday mornings, we head to Kouter square and stroll alongside the stalls, never in a hurry...

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Coffee & tea
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Relaxing

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Dieter

Covent

Jun 2, 2025

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