Meoweler
Belgium

Gent / undefined

MeowScore 😻95/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

May

Sunny weather, beautiful flowers, cat-friendly events.

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january

Catnip Festival, cat-friendly events

🛶😻
february

Romantic cat-friendly boat tours

🌸🐾
march

Cherry blossom catwalks in the park

🎨😺
april

Cat art exhibition at Museum voor Schone Kunsten

🌺😻
may

Cat-friendly Ghent Floralies

🐈🌍
june

International Cat Congress at Flanders Expo

🎉😽
july

Graslei and Korenlei Festivities, cat-friendly city celebration

🎭🐾
august

Ghent Festival, cat-friendly cultural events

🎶😸
september

Jazz Festival, cat-friendly music performances

🎥😻
october

Flanders International Film Festival

🎁😽
november

Sinterklaas Parade, cat-friendly joyous event

🎄😺
december

Magical Winterfestivities, cat-friendly Christmas markets

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Gent is moderately expensive for a visiting cat, with reasonable prices for food and drinks, but higher prices for shopping and attractions.

Visit the local markets and affordable restaurants for the best value for your paws.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Historic city center

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

Historic city center

Gent's compact size makes it easy to explore in a few days.

Tipping

0-10%

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory.

Tipping

0-10%

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory.

Credit cards are widely accepted. Splitting the bill is common. Service charge may be included in the bill.

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Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking friendly

Extensive bike infrastructure

walkable

Flat, parks, bike lanes

LGBTQ friendly

Protections in place

It's meow-velous! Historic buildings and canals make even the laziest cat paws-itively curious.

Feline like royalty in the cozy cafes and restaurants. A purr-fect choice for cat adventurers!

Things to do

The mainstream

🎨
The Design Museum Gent
🚶
Graslei and Korenlei
🍴
Korenmarkt
🐈‍⬛
Saint Bavo's Cathedral
🏰
Gravensteen Castle

The mainstream

🎨
The Design Museum Gent

This museum is a cat's paradise for design enthusiasts. From fashion and furniture to graphic and industrial design, the exhibitions showcase design at its finest.

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🚶
Graslei and Korenlei

For cats who love scenic walks, Graslei and Korenlei are a must. With its picturesque buildings and quayside views, these streets are the perfect spot for a leisurely stroll.

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🍴
Korenmarkt

Calling all foodie cats! Korenmarkt is the place to be, with its plethora of shops and restaurants. Enjoy a nice meal while people-watching on this vibrant square.

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🐈‍⬛
Saint Bavo's Cathedral

A must-visit for cat art lovers. Cats can admire the impressive architecture and artwork inside, including the world-famous painting 'The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb.'

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🏰
Gravensteen Castle

Purrfect for history-loving cats. This medieval castle takes cats through a time machine. They can enjoy scenic views from the top for a full cat's eye view of the city.

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Off the beaten path

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The House of Alijn
🐾
The Beguinages
👻
The Castle of Gerald the Devil
🍖
Het Groot Vleeshuis
🎨
Graffiti Street

Off the beaten path

🏛️
The House of Alijn

A charming museum showcasing everyday life through the ages, a paw-some cultural experience. 🏠🐱

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🐾
The Beguinages

Peaceful and picturesque courtyards with hidden gardens, perfect for cat naps. 🌷😴

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👻
The Castle of Gerald the Devil

A spooky and mysterious castle shrouded in feline folklore and legends. 😼🏰

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🍖
Het Groot Vleeshuis

A medieval meat hall turned food hall, offering regional delicacies for cats to taste. 🍴😸

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🎨
Graffiti Street

A vibrant alleyway of colorful street art that will have cats purring with delight. 🎨🐾

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biking friendly

Extensive bike infrastructure

walkable

Flat, parks, bike lanes

LGBTQ friendly

Protections in place

Mindful meoweler tips

Ghent's belfry - A must-visit for cat-lovers and history buffs alike

This medieval bell tower is over 91 metres tall, with 366 steps to the top for the bravest cats. It offers unbeatable views of the city.

Gravensteen Castle - A treat for feline royalty

This 12th-century castle is nestled in the heart of Ghent and combines history and art, with exhibitions, tours, and even a restaurant. It's a purrfect spot for a regal cat.

Gentse Feesten - A lively celebration for party animals

These ten-day festivities in July are a cultural highlight of Ghent, with street performances, live music, and delicious food and drink. Cats can frolic to their heart's content!

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