Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp
Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour
Our pick of the best Old Town Hotel Deals
BANKS Antwerp
"Very friendly helpful team. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Centrum
"The hotel is in an excellent location, few minutes walk from the train station and close to the main attractions. The property is well maintained, clean and welcoming.Our room was small, but practical.Beautiful view on the street side rooms.The reception is on the 6th floor with the reception and ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Motel One Antwerp
"Good location. Very nice staffs and Breakfast variety."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel National
"The hotel is well located with all the cities amenities in walking distance, but it is not too busy and noisy outside the hotel. There is also a big carpark next to the hotel with free motorcycle parking. Optional door key on the phone is handy and worked well. My room was big and, although basic, ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Sapphire House Antwerp, Autograph Collection
"Very comfortable bed!!! Nice modern room, friendly staff."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hilton Antwerp Old Town
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 Antwerp Beguinage and St. James's Church.
Schipperskwartier
Travellers like the museums in Schipperskwartier, and Van Torens Stekelig is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Statiekwartier
Unique features of Statiekwartier include the theatres and shopping. Make a stop by De Keyserlei or Queen Astrid Square while you're exploring the area.
