Ghent: Food & Drink Walking Tour with Tastings
Join an entertaining local guide on a culinary and historical journey through the charming streets of Ghent. A culinary adventure through Ghent you will never forget!
What to order at Volta
- Must order
- The seasonal set lunch, which delivers the kitchen's quality at its most accessible price.
- Editor tip
- The terrace along the canal is one of Ghent's finest outdoor dining spots on a warm evening.
CuisineModern Belgian Brasserie
Price€€€€
Tasting menu€55-€95
Neighborhoodbinnenstad
HoursTue-Sat 10:30-23:30; Sun-Mon closed
Phone+32 9 324 05 00
Book ahead1-2 weeks
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Must order: The seasonal set lunch, which delivers the kitchen's quality at its most accessible price.
Tip: The terrace along the canal is one of Ghent's finest outdoor dining spots on a warm evening.
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Location
Address: Nieuwewandeling 2b, 9000 Gent, Ghent
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