Meulestede Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Gravensteen Castle
One of the only remaining medieval castles in Flanders, this historic fortress provides a fascinating insight into the weaponry, culture, and drama of Ghent’s past.

Saint Bavo Cathedral
One of the iconic Three Towers of Ghent, this historic cathedral is known for its outstanding collection of art.

Ghent Town Hall
See one of the city’s most unusual landmarks, a striking building constructed over the course of almost four centuries.

St. Nicholas' Church
A beautiful example of Scheldt Gothic architecture, this striking blue-gray church is among the oldest landmarks in the city.

Belfry of Ghent
Visit one of Ghent’s most famous attractions, an imposing tower that defines the city’s skyline and symbolizes its independence.

Citadel Park
This popular public park is among the most important green spaces in the city, home to pleasant paths and several unique museums.
Activities

Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels

40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent

Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent
Our pick of the best Meulestede Hotel Deals

Van der Valk Hotel Gent
Clean room and kind attention in everyplace.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

B&B HOTEL Gent Centrum
Staff were great, room was very comfortable, breakfast was outstanding, location was great. 5 minute walk from train station and easy walk to lots of restaurants and shopping, as well as museums.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ghent by IHG
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

ibis budget Gent Centrum Dampoort
Good value for money. Not centrally located, but a stone throw to tram station.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Getaway Studios Gent
Clean, and fine. Not a very comfortable bed nor pillow. Great location though for the Xmas market
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Novotel Gent Centrum
The check in was great. We arrived too early for our room but they happily stored our luggage until later. The room is great.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Meulestede

Heilig Kerst
Travellers like the theatres in Heilig Kerst, and Intercultural Centre - de Centrale is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Rabot
While Rabot isn't home to many top sights, Monastery of the Carmelite Fathers and Gravensteen Castle are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sluizeken
Sluizeken might not have many top sights, but Friday Market Square and Gravensteen Castle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sint-Amandsberg
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Sint-Amandsberg. You might want to make time for a stop at Illuseum or ElenQVino.

Patershol
Patershol is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Gravensteen Castle and Old Fish Market.

Graslei and Korenlei
If you're spending some time in Graslei and Korenlei, Korenmarkt Square and St. Michael's Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

