Top Ghent Classes & Workshops

Immerse yourself in Belgium’s unique beer culture and history—and enjoy a personalized experience—when you attend this private beer tasting. Choose from a range of convenient start times, and make your own way to the venue, located in Ghent’s picturesque city center. You’ll taste seven different traditional Belgian beers, including two Trappist beers; will learn what makes them special; and will immerse yourself in Belgian culture and traditions.

They say one of the best ways to explore a country is through its food, and Belgium is no exception. During this culinary experience, step into a Belgian kitchen and garden in Ghent, and enjoy an immersion in local cuisine and culture. With helpful tips from your host and instructor, prepare and enjoy three dishes such as stoverij (beef stewed in beer) or witloof (Belgian endives with cheese and ham).

• Take a trip to a less-known part of the world by the sea and enjoy a fantastic class recreating one of the world’s most popular seafood dishes! • Learn from two charming hosts who have worked tirelessly to bring their passion for seafood and Belgian cuisine to hundreds of guests for nearly a decade • Master the art of cooking mussels and come away feeling inspired to recreate the dish time and time again using all the techniques and tricks you will learn • Enjoy a magnificent lunch with excellent company and learn about the ins and outs of Belgian cuisine and its evolution into the present day

With the help of Elisa and Davy you'll discover all there is to know about the Italian kitchen. You'll get hands-on training from two pasta experts in creating your own preferred pasta. During the workshop, you'll be provided with information about storing, drying or freezing pasta. All dishes are based on traditional Italian recipes or recipes originating from Elisa's family who still lives in Sicily.

Rancing is a really fun way to explore a new place. You run (or walk) to get from A to B, but at a very gentle pace and you make different dance stops. The dance is freestyle, but your guide can show some moves if you like. Dance breaks also allow you to get some facts of Ghent and give you a chance to ask questions. We love to dress up and recommend guests to do the same as it contributes to the good vibes :) Everyone is welcome! ***IMPORTANT*** -Please check availability before you book. -Min. 2 people -Private tours possible. -Bookings shall be made min. 48 hours in advance. -For last minute bookings, please get in touch. -Tours are never the same. The landmarks pointed out are examples only and we will finish at a different location than the starting point.

Exploring Old Ghent independently may mean skimming over some of its history and sights. Gain more than a cursory overview of the city on this private walking tour, which can be tailored around you. Let a local guide lead you to St. Bavo’s Cathedral and other must-sees so you don’t get lost; uncover their significance, and sample a culinary speciality—all bonuses you could easily miss out on if alone.

Cruise the romantic waterways of medieval Ghent on a 40-minute tour and take in the sights along the River Leie waterfront. Glide past the medieval port of Graslei, the old Groot Vleeshuis Butcher’s Hall and the imposing Castle of Counts, and admire the pretty colorful houses along the riverside.

See Ghent from a new perspective on a 40-minute boat tour down the Leie, offered in 5 languages to suit your preference. In addition to navigating, your guide provides historical anecdotes about a range of medieval landmarks passed along the way, from St. Bavo’s Cathedral to 13th-century monasteries. Don’t forget your camera: Panoramic views of the riverbanks are frame-worthy.

Pleasure your palate with the effervescent delight of Belgian beer on a beer tasting tour of Ghent. With a connoisseur guide, stroll around the city and visit ambient bars renowned for their fine selection of beers. Educate your taste buds to recognize the subtle flavors in each distinctive beer variety and learn about the history of Belgian brewing from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy accompanying samples of cheese and other Belgian delicacies on this enticing tour.