Old Town
Antwerp
Popular places to visit
Antwerp Market Square
Spend an hour or two people watching beneath 16th-century buildings in Antwerp’s cultural heart.
Cathedral of Our Lady
The tallest church in Belgium is a stunning example of Gothic architecture and houses a number of European masterpieces.
Antwerp City Hall
Antwerp City Hall is just one of the places to see in Antwerp, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Rubens House
You can browse the exhibits at Rubens House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Antwerp. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
ModeMuseum
You can browse the exhibits at ModeMuseum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Antwerp. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Plantin-Moretus Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Plantin-Moretus Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Antwerp. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp
Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp
Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour
Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City
Top hotels in Old Town
B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Centrum
Breakfast/reception area with coffee bar was an amazing place. Great place for coffee and getting together. Room was clean and a good size .
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
BANKS Antwerp
Very friendly helpful team. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hilton Antwerp Old Town
This hotel is in the heart of the city. Many attractions are nearby and walkable.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Theater Hotel
Comfortable and clean
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Sapphire House Antwerp, Autograph Collection
Walking distance to shops and attractions. Great food and service at the restaurant. Would stay here anytime.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp - The Leading Hotels of the World
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Sint-Andries
Sint-Andries is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like ModeMuseum and Nationalestraat.
Theaterbuurt
Theatres, shopping and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Theaterbuurt. Check out Antwerp Botanical Garden or Antwerp City Theatre while you're exploring the area.
Historisch Centrum
If you're spending some time in Historisch Centrum, Antwerp Market Square and Steen Castle are top sights worth seeing.
University District
University District is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. James's Church and Antwerp Beguinage.
Red Light District Antwerp
While there might not be top attractions in Red Light District Antwerp, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Museum Aan de Stroom and Steen Castle.
Schipperskwartier
Travellers like the museums in Schipperskwartier, and Van Torens Stekelig is a top attraction you might want to visit.
