A cozy winter weekend in Ghent: shopping, culture and conviviality

The new year has begun, the holidays are over, and maybe you have worked extra yourself to get everything done. Now it's time to slow down and catch your breath. January is the perfect month for a quiet winter weekend in Ghent, with a relaxed atmosphere, cozy cafés, and plenty of opportunities for shopping during the sales.

Combine culture, relaxation, and comfort with the Heart of Winter arrangement from Hotel Gent and enjoy a winter stay that is entirely dedicated to peace, coziness, and new energy.

Shop till you drop: sales in Ghent

The entire month of January is sale time in Ghent. From charming boutiques to largestore chains: shopping in Ghent during the sales is a true winter classic. While strolling through the shopping streets, it's worth taking a moment to look up. The historic facades and beautiful architecture make a day of shopping extra special.

Through Visit Gent, you can easily discover the nicest shopping neighborhoods and get the most out of a day of shopping in the center of Ghent.

TIP: every first Sunday of the month is shopping Sunday in Ghent.

Discover Ghent to the fullest with the CityCard Ghent

Do you want to soak up some culture during your winter weekend in Ghent? Then the CityCard Ghent an ideal addition. With this card, you get 48 or 72 hours of free access to the main attractions, monuments, and museums, including temporary exhibitions and public transport.

This is how you discover Ghent in a relaxed way, without wasting time, and effortlessly combine culture with comfort during your stay at Hotel Ghent.

Ghent museums open until late

Do you want to combine culture with an evening walk through the city? Every first Thursday of the month, the Ghent museums stay open until 10 PM. These late opening hours are often complemented by lectures, concerts, or guided tours. This way, you can experience Ghent also in the evening, when the city is atmospherically lit and the streets become quieter.

View the program and all participating museums below

Winter walk through Ghent

May it all be a bit quieter? Even in winter, a walk through Ghent is highly recommended. Stroll along the Leie, through the historic center or one of the cozy squares and let yourself be surprised by the wintry charm of the city.

Combine your walk with a museum visit or a short shopping stop for the perfect balance between actively exploring and relaxing enjoyment.

Stay at Hotel Gent with the Heart of Winter package

After a day full of shopping during the sales, winter walks, and cultural discoveries, there's nothing nicer than returning to Hotel Gent. With the Heart of Winter package, you enjoy a comfortable overnight stay, a delicious dinner in Restaurant Cocotte and an extensive live cooking breakfast buffet in the morning.

Do you want to relax even more? Then you can complement your stay with wellness facilities so that you can completely relax in the evening without having to leave the house. This way, your winter weekend in Ghent becomes a complete, cozy experience with comfort, gastronomy, and relaxation at its core.