ICC.gent – taste Ghent
Ghent is an inspiring convention city where history and contemporary dynamism reinforce each other. The compact city center makes getting around easy, while the cultural offerings and unique atmosphere provide an extra experience for your participants. Ghent combines a warm welcome with a wide range of restaurants, museums, and evening activities, ideal for complementing your program with social and networking opportunities. And those hosting international guests can immediately offer a world-class icon: the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb by the Van Eyck brothers, a unique cultural asset that gives your event extra prestige.
An increasing number of convention organizers and participants are consciously choosing destinations with a smaller ecological footprint. In Ghent, sustainability is not a slogan, but a daily practice. The city has been building a green policy for years: from being the veggie capital since 2009 to having one of the largest low-traffic city centers in Europe since 2017.
For conventions, this means a smooth, pleasant experience on a human scale. Locations, hotels, restaurants, and sights are close to each other, allowing your participants to move effortlessly on foot or by bicycle. Ghent is a compact, accessible city that is easy to discover, making it perfect for those who want to organize efficiently and travel consciously.
Ghent is a city that you discover not only with your eyes but also with your taste buds. From refined gastronomy to creative street food, every culinary enthusiast will find exactly what they are looking for. The city breathes Burgundian enjoyment, with a rich mix of restaurants, cozy cafés, and lively bars. Be surprised by innovative chefs who give classic flavors a contemporary twist, or discover why Ghent is internationally known as the veggie capital of Europe. From plant-based highlights to world cuisine and local specialties: every meal becomes an experience in itself.
Within walking distance of ICC.gent, you will find numerous places to have lunch, dine, or talk things over with a good glass of wine. This ensures your visit is not only inspiring but also culinarily unforgettable.
Ghent offers a wide choice of accommodation options, within walking distance of ICC.gent and in the historic center. From characterful boutique hotels and stylish design rooms to charming B&Bs and modern apartments. Here, you will always find a place that suits your stay and your rhythm.
Stay longer, explore more, and be surprised by the energy, gastronomy, and warm hospitality of the city. Because Ghent is not experienced in a single moment, but in every street, every view, and every encounter.
An increasing number of convention organizers and participants are consciously choosing destinations with a smaller ecological footprint. In Ghent, sustainability is not a slogan, but a daily practice. The city has been building a green policy for years: from being the veggie capital since 2009 to having one of the largest low-traffic city centers in Europe since 2017.
For conventions, this means a smooth, pleasant experience on a human scale. Locations, hotels, restaurants, and sights are close to each other, allowing your participants to move effortlessly on foot or by bicycle. Ghent is a compact, accessible city that is easy to discover, making it perfect for those who want to organize efficiently and travel consciously.
Discover the best addresses via Visit Ghent and let taste guide you through the city.