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Bezienswaardigheden
The iconic museum the "MAS" is more of an architectural landmark than just a museum. You can go all the way to the 60 meter high rooftop (for free) to enjoy incredible views over the whole of Antwerp. It's surroundings are famous for lunch-bars and cozy restaurants on "Het Eilandje".
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MAS - Museum aan de Stroom
1 HanzestedenplaatsThe iconic museum the "MAS" is more of an architectural landmark than just a museum. You can go all the way to the 60 meter high rooftop (for free) to enjoy incredible views over the whole of Antwerp. It's surroundings are famous for lunch-bars and cozy restaurants on "Het Eilandje".
As stunning as the cathedral is from the outside, the inside is equally impressive. A master piece of Gothic architecture, that houses some of the most famous paintings of Rubens in the world.
177 locals recommend
Cathedral of Our Lady
21 GroenplaatsAs stunning as the cathedral is from the outside, the inside is equally impressive. A master piece of Gothic architecture, that houses some of the most famous paintings of Rubens in the world.
The Antwerp Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in the world is one the most popular attractions in Antwerp. With an animal population of over 5,000 and more than 950 different species, it attracts about one million visitors each year.
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ZOO Antwerpen
20-26 Koningin AstridpleinThe Antwerp Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in the world is one the most popular attractions in Antwerp. With an animal population of over 5,000 and more than 950 different species, it attracts about one million visitors each year.
A long brick, windowless wall in the Rodestraat hides the tranquil oasis of the medieval Beguinage from the surrounding student quarter. The mostly seventeenth century houses border a cobblestoned street surrounding a central, private garden. Another series of houses are in a small crooked street at the southern end of the Beguinage.
Entrance to the Beguinage is free, but keep in mind that the houses themselves are still occupied by residents.
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béguinage of Antwerp
39 RodestraatA long brick, windowless wall in the Rodestraat hides the tranquil oasis of the medieval Beguinage from the surrounding student quarter. The mostly seventeenth century houses border a cobblestoned street surrounding a central, private garden. Another series of houses are in a small crooked street at the southern end of the Beguinage.
Entrance to the Beguinage is free, but keep in mind that the houses themselves are still occupied by residents.
Uit eten
In the street within walking distance from the "Grote Markt", near the most beautiful square of Antwerp, the "Hendrik Conscienceplein". The Peerdestal has a passion for quality food and a sense of atmosphere and spontaneous hospitality. The restaurant quickly developed as a solid culinary value in Antwerp. It's famous for its horse meat steak.
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De Peerdestal | Restaurant Antwerpen
8 WijngaardstraatIn the street within walking distance from the "Grote Markt", near the most beautiful square of Antwerp, the "Hendrik Conscienceplein". The Peerdestal has a passion for quality food and a sense of atmosphere and spontaneous hospitality. The restaurant quickly developed as a solid culinary value in Antwerp. It's famous for its horse meat steak.
Situated in the oldest alley of Antwerp: "De Vlaeykensgang", nearby the Cathedral, you can fin a unique, idyllic, charming place of rest. The Bistro ?t?Hofke? is hidden down an old courtyard, right in the middle of the city but away from the crowds and noise. It serves typical Flemish dishes.
8 locals recommend
't Hofke
6 VlaaikensgangSituated in the oldest alley of Antwerp: "De Vlaeykensgang", nearby the Cathedral, you can fin a unique, idyllic, charming place of rest. The Bistro ?t?Hofke? is hidden down an old courtyard, right in the middle of the city but away from the crowds and noise. It serves typical Flemish dishes.
Désiré De Lille is a tearoom in the heart of Antwerp where you can enjoy fresh waffles, pancakes, doughnuts and the famous Lacquemants all year round.
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Desire De Lille
14 SchrijnwerkersstraatDésiré De Lille is a tearoom in the heart of Antwerp where you can enjoy fresh waffles, pancakes, doughnuts and the famous Lacquemants all year round.
Barnini is the perfect place to sit, relax and talk with friends. The place has a retro, design interior and a hipster feel. The special coffees and hot chocolates are really tasty. The bagel fillings are also fantastic.
34 locals recommend
Barnini
10 OudevaartplaatsBarnini is the perfect place to sit, relax and talk with friends. The place has a retro, design interior and a hipster feel. The special coffees and hot chocolates are really tasty. The bagel fillings are also fantastic.
Cafe Mundi is probably one of Antwerp’s best coffee bars. Great coffee, great food and friendly service. Cafe Mundi delicious coffees are crafted by micro roastery Cross Roast which is also situated in the historical centre of Antwerp, definitely worth a visit.
11 locals recommend
Caffe Mundi
24 Oude BeursCafe Mundi is probably one of Antwerp’s best coffee bars. Great coffee, great food and friendly service. Cafe Mundi delicious coffees are crafted by micro roastery Cross Roast which is also situated in the historical centre of Antwerp, definitely worth a visit.
A great spot for quality coffee, a nice place to meet people or read from an assortment of international newspapers. Lovely ambiance.
22 locals recommend
Belga & Co
7A Rue du BailliA great spot for quality coffee, a nice place to meet people or read from an assortment of international newspapers. Lovely ambiance.
Bakkerij Goossens is an old fashioned bakery that sells delicious pastries. Their bread is out of this world, full of nuts and pieces of fruit, like dried mangoes and papaya among others. You don't even have to add anything, the bread is delicious by itself!
21 locals recommend
Goossens
31 Korte GasthuisstraatBakkerij Goossens is an old fashioned bakery that sells delicious pastries. Their bread is out of this world, full of nuts and pieces of fruit, like dried mangoes and papaya among others. You don't even have to add anything, the bread is delicious by itself!
Bars/Drinks
Perfectly located with a view on the Cathedral and the City Hall, this is a cozy and crowded place. Famous for students and other locals enjoying a typical Belgian beer. On late nights people can dance in the back of the bar. For other crowded dancing café's, check out 'T VERVOLG, this is a dance bar where nights can get vague.
18 locals recommend
Cabron
1 KaasruiPerfectly located with a view on the Cathedral and the City Hall, this is a cozy and crowded place. Famous for students and other locals enjoying a typical Belgian beer. On late nights people can dance in the back of the bar. For other crowded dancing café's, check out 'T VERVOLG, this is a dance bar where nights can get vague.
This might be the most iconic bar in Antwerp. It is a 3 floor bar in a unique 16th century building. Often there is live jazz music. This bar used to be home to some of Belgium's most legendary musicians and artists, some of which can still be found there today.
73 locals recommend
De Muze
15 MelkmarktThis might be the most iconic bar in Antwerp. It is a 3 floor bar in a unique 16th century building. Often there is live jazz music. This bar used to be home to some of Belgium's most legendary musicians and artists, some of which can still be found there today.
This is a good looking cocktail/wine bar. There are hardly any chairs and most nights you will find people dancing and walking around. It is a very open place right on the corner of the "Mechelsplein", a square full of bars and restaurants. We also recommend the more alternative bar "Korsakov" right across the street from Barbossa
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Caffè Barbossa
1 Sint-JorispoortThis is a good looking cocktail/wine bar. There are hardly any chairs and most nights you will find people dancing and walking around. It is a very open place right on the corner of the "Mechelsplein", a square full of bars and restaurants. We also recommend the more alternative bar "Korsakov" right across the street from Barbossa
City advice
Getting around
Make the smart choice and take the tram or bus!
Tip: buy your tram or bus ticket in a point of pre-sale (newsagent’s, supermarket, the vending machines at the various stops or in the visitor centres of Visit Antwerp) or via app , where tickets are cheaper.
Some nearby selling point are:
- Dagbladhandel De SinjoorHoogstraat 27
- Carrefour Beddenstraat 2
- Rema Melkmarkt 12
- Krantenwinkel PeetersJezusstraat 15
Ways to save
There is a free parking at 'Sint-Michielskaai'
Parking along the quayside is free and with no time limit. Plus, it’s only situated at 10 to 15 min walking distance from the Meir, the center of Antwerp.