Come and see why Kraanlei attracts locals and travelers alike. This spot has plenty of ways to keep you entertained.

This tourist precinct is on the to-do lists of many visitors to Ghent City Centre. But Kraanlei isn't the only drawcard here. Gravensteen Castle, Flanders Expo, and Saint Bavo Cathedral are some other recommended attractions close by.

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Eurostars Montgomery

Sint-Pieters-Woluwe

$1,133

per person

Sep 30 - Oct 5

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Brussels (BRU)

8.4/10 Very Good! (511 reviews)

Loved how central it was for walking and reaching transport options.

Reviewed on May 14, 2025

Hotel Fleur de Ville

Lower Town

$1,454

per person

Sep 30 - Oct 5

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Brussels (BRU)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (294 reviews)

A lovely relaxing stay in a luxurious surroundings. Staff are very help and the rooms are kept spotlessly clean. Very comfortable bed!

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Juliana Hotel & Spa - Brussels Centre

Lower Town

$1,333

per person

Sep 30 - Oct 5

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Brussels (BRU)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)

Gorgeous hotel with excellent service and staff. Walkable to everything. A bit of a strange area but worth it for the 5 star stay.

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Kraanlei

Tours & day trips

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

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Private Tour to Bruges from Amsterdam

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Food, drink & nightlife

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The Waffles 'n Beer Workshop in Ghent Centre

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Adventure & outdoor

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Bicycle tour in historic Ghent

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Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

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Popular places to visit

The wrought-iron bombard “Dulle Griet” (she-man) pointing at the Friday Market Square.
This 15th-century supergun got initially the nickname “big red devil” because of the (original) red colour. A similar bombard, also made in Belgium, can be found in Edinburgh Castle: “Mons Meg”.
Weight: 12.250 kg. Length: 5 metre. Bore diameter: 640 mm. Projectiles (stones): 295 kg. Range: 1800 metre

Big Cannon

Learn about the local history of Ghent when you take a trip to Big Cannon. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Gravensteen showing a river or creek, a castle and street scenes

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.

Great Butchers' Hall

During your visit to Ghent, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Great Butchers' Hall. Experience the theater scene and museums in this culturally rich area.

Toreken

Learn about the local history of Ghent when you spend time at Toreken. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Friday Market Square

You can learn about the history of Ghent with a trip to Friday Market Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

House of Alijn

You can browse the exhibits at House of Alijn, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Ghent. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.