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Antwerp, Belgium

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Antwerp

Belgium

Best things to do in Antwerp

9 curated attractions in Antwerp, Belgium. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

April - June, September - October

Average temp

11°C/52°F

Budget

Expensive

Safety

Very safe

About Antwerp

Antwerp is a major port city in Belgium, known for its diamond district and vibrant fashion scene. Visitors often explore the Cathedral of Our Lady, a Gothic masterpiece, and the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, which houses works by Rubens. The city is also famous for its bustling Grote Markt, lined with guildhalls and the Brabo Fountain. Antwerp Zoo, one of the oldest in the world, is located near the main train station. The city is a hub for both business and education, with a large student population attending institutions like the University of Antwerp.

Antwerp Central Station

Antwerp Central Station

Modern architecture & skyscrapers
Cathedral of Our Lady

Cathedral of Our Lady

Religious
Chocolate Nation

Chocolate Nation

Arts and Entertainment Venues
Het Steen

Het Steen

Historical
Antwerp Zoo

Antwerp Zoo

Zoos
Diamond District

Diamond District

Shopping
Kloosterstraat

Kloosterstraat

Shopping and Markets
Grote Markt

Grote Markt

Cultural & Heritage Sites
Groenplaats

Groenplaats

Historical Attractions

Where to eat in Antwerp

The places worth planning a meal around.

Funk Bakery

Funk Bakery

Belgian Bakery · $$

★ 4.3 · 616 reviews

Riku Ramen

Riku Ramen

Japanese · $15–$30

★ 4.7 · 262 reviews

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