Old Town

Antwerp

A historic building with a statue in front.
A historic European street at dusk with ornate buildings and illuminated signs.
A bustling outdoor café with patrons seated at tables.
A historic square with a prominent cathedral and a clock tower.
A nighttime view of a historic cathedral with intricate architecture, illuminated by street lamps.

Stay near popular Old Town attractions

A historic building with a central statue and multiple flags.

Antwerp Market Square

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Spend an hour or two people watching beneath 16th-century buildings in Antwerp’s cultural heart.
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Things to do

Antwerp: Charm and Originality of the Belgian City with In-App Audio Tour

Antwerp: Charm and Originality of the Belgian City with In-App Audio Tour

S$10
per traveller
Antwerp: Charm and Originality of the Belgian City with In-App Audio Tour
Antwerp: Full Day Bike Rental

Antwerp: Full Day Bike Rental

S$25
per adult
Antwerp: Full Day Bike Rental
Picture 4 for Activity Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour

Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour

S$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour
Antwerp ZOO Entry Ticket

Antwerp ZOO Entry Ticket

S$49
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Antwerp ZOO Entry Ticket
From Brussels Antwerp Ghent and Bruges Tour from Brussels

From Brussels: Antwerp, Ghent and Bruges Tour

S$57
per adult
From Brussels: Antwerp, Ghent and Bruges Tour
Antwerp: Help the Lost Boy – Self-Guided Mystery Walk

Antwerp: Help the Lost Boy – Self-Guided Mystery Walk

S$11
per adult
Antwerp: Help the Lost Boy – Self-Guided Mystery Walk
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Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A Gothic cathedral with intricate architecture and a large clock tower.
Photo by John Scale
Open Photo by John Scale

Historisch Centrum

If you're spending some time in Historisch Centrum, Antwerp Market Square and Steen Castle are top sights worth seeing.

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.

Klein-Antwerpen

The restaurants and gardens are a few reasons travellers visit Klein-Antwerpen. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Bird Market and Diamond District, a few notable attractions nearby.

Two bowls of mango and granola parfait on a wooden tray, a latte with latte art, and a magazine titled 'dS De Standard MAGAZINE' with various articles listed.
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Open Photo by Lonnies_Planet

Theaterbuurt

Theatres, shopping and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Theaterbuurt. Check out Antwerp Botanical Garden or Bird Market while you're exploring the area.

A grand architectural structure with a clock, ornate decorations, and the word "ANTWERPEN" visible.

Centraal Station

While visiting Centraal Station, you might make a stop by sights like Diamond District and Century Center.

A historic building with ornate architecture, including a large archway and multiple towers.
Photo by Piotr Kluba
Open Photo by Piotr Kluba

Statiekwartier

Unique features of Statiekwartier include the theatres and shopping. Make a stop by Century Center or De Keyserlei while you're exploring the area.

Old Town