Places of Interest in Antwerp

Antwerp is an incredible city, with a vibrant and cosmopolitan atmosphere. There is an array of things to do and see spread all around Antwerp, ranging from cultural activities to fun-filled entertainment and family friendly tourist attractions.

1.     Central Station

The Antwerp Central Station is one of the world's most impressive railway stations. Dubbed the 'Railway Cathedral', it is one of the main landmarks in Antwerp.

2.     't Steen

The oldest building in Antwerp is an 800-year old castle known as 'The Steen' (stone in English).Only one building of the old part of Antwerp escaped demolition when the quays on the river Scheldt were constructed in the 19th century: 't Steen (the Stone).

3.     Rubens House

Many renowned painters worked in Antwerp during the city's heyday but Peter Paul Rubens is undoubtedly the most famous of them. The palace-like residence and studio where Rubens worked and lived from 1616 until his death in 1640 is now one of Antwerp's most visited museums. Almost all of the works Rubens and his pupils created in the Rubens House (Rubenshuis) have been dispersed over major museums across the whole world, but there is still an impressive collection well worth the visit.

4.     Grote Markt

Antwerp's compact city square was recently pedestrianized, so you can now safely admire the magnificent buildings surrounding the square. The magnificent 16th century city hall dominates the relatively small city square.

The square's triangular shape originates from the municipal ground during the era of the Franks.

5.     Bourla Theater

Even though Antwerp has several larger theater buildings, the Bourla is the city's most cherished theater thanks to its marvelous architecture and historical significance.

Planning a trip to Antwerp you have to think about a place where to stay. There is a great variety of hotels in Antwerp. It is important to mention that there are either discounted or luxurious hotels in Antwerp. To guarantee your stay in a preferred hotel in Antwerp, it is better to make an online reservation in advance