Things to Do & See — Antwerp Travel Guides

Nov 21, 2025

Antwerp's Cathedral of Our Lady, completed in 1611, showcases artworks by Peter Paul Rubens. Admission is €12 for adults, while students pay €10. The city also features the Antwerp Zoo, established in 1843, where tickets are €30 for adults and €20 for children. Both attractions are within a 15-minute walk from the central square.

Apr 2, 2026

Antwerp Zoo, founded in 1843 and located 50 meters from Centraal Station, charges approximately €29 for adults and €21 for children aged 3-11. The family annual pass at €249 covers unlimited visits to both ZOO Antwerp and ZOO Planckendael, paying for itself after three visits for a family of four.

Jan 6, 2026

From wandering around the Cathedral of Our Lady to enjoying free exhibitions at the Antwerp Museum of Contemporary Art, there's no shortage of no-cost fun in Antwerp!

Jan 6, 2026

Boat tours in Antwerp along the Scheldt River range from €12 for a 45-minute trip to €25 for a 90-minute harbor cruise. The Antwerp harbor, one of the largest in the world, spans 120 square kilometers and has been a key trade center since the 16th century.

Jan 6, 2026

Antwerp's Jewish Museum, established in 2001, features exhibits detailing the city's Jewish history, including Holocaust remembrances. Admission is €6 for adults, while those under 26 pay €3. The nearby Memorial to the Victims of the Holocaust, inaugurated in 2008, stands at the corner of Meir and Korte Gasthuisstraat, commemorating the city's lost community.

Jan 6, 2026

Capture Antwerp's charm at the Cathedral of Our Lady, built from 1352, or the iconic MAS Museum, just a 20-minute walk from the city center.

Jan 6, 2026

Antwerp’s cycling routes include the 16 km Scheldt River route and the 10 km city center loop. Bike rentals start at €12 per day at locations like Bike & Go. Annual average temperatures range from 3°C in January to 23°C in July, making spring and summer ideal for cycling.

Nov 11, 2025

Dive into Antwerp's underground with De Ruien, a fascinating network of waterways dating back to the 12th century—just €10 for a guided tour every Saturday at 2 PM!

Nov 11, 2025

Antwerp's hidden courtyard, the Beguinage, dates back to 1250 and features serene gardens and historic buildings. Tickets to the nearby Cathedral of Our Lady, a UNESCO World Heritage site, cost €12. Visitors can stroll through the winding alleyways of the old city center, which spans approximately 2 kilometers.

Nov 11, 2025

Antwerp's nightlife features local bars like Café d'Anvers, with entry fees starting at €10, and De Muze, where live jazz sessions occur nightly. The city experiences mild temperatures averaging 15°C in summer, while the famous Antwerp Zoo, established in 1843, remains open until 6 PM, perfect for a pre-nightlife visit.

Nov 4, 2025

The Cathedral of Our Lady, built between 1352 and 1521, stands 123 meters tall and houses works by Peter Paul Rubens. Admission costs €6, while Antwerp Zoo, just 1 km away, charges €28 for an adult ticket, making both prime attractions for first-time visitors.