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Insider's Tourist Guide To Antwerp Belgium

The Antwerp Tourist Guide is written by a husband and wife team who live in Belgium and who want to share their passion for it with you.

When you are planning a trip there is no substitute for local knowledge. I'm a local and I know all there is to know about my home town, Antwerp Belgium. But after a while even the most knowledgeable, locals may not appreciate all the great things right in front of them. This is where my wife's perspective comes in handy. Amanda is a Canadian and has moved to Belgium about 5 years ago.

She loves to discover all the attractions Belgium has to offer and share them on our website.

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Find out about Belgian Culture and the most known belgian inventions like Belgium Chocolate, Belgium Beer and all about Belgian Waffles.

Visit the Capital of Belgium - and checkout the top things to do and see in Brussels the city of food, café culture, Art Nouveau and the surreal.

Let our seasoned traveler and local expert team provide impartial and up-to-date information for the next time you plan to visit Antwerp. We do research and collect comments and revues of all the best places to Eat, Drink, and top things to do and see in Antwerp.

Choose a hotel to suit any budget or go for one of the Designer Bed and Breakfast that have taken off in recent times as locals convert homes into cutting-edge accommodation to keep abreast with the Antwerp's image.

If you have more time check out other famous Belgium cities like:

Bruges - Belgium's most popular destination and one of Western Europe's most visited medieval cities.

Waterloo - Belgium's main tourist attraction, with hundreds of thousands visitors coming each year to look over the plains from the Lion of Waterloo.

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Why visit Antwerp Belgium?

It has a sophisticated charm and a metropolitan feel but predominant seaside resort flair. A plethora of patios, the yacht harbor and the river Scheldt make even the locals feel like they are on vacation here!

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It is a stylish European city filled with the monuments of a wealthy medieval and Renaissance period. It is the the fashion capital and the Diamond Center of the World.

It has:

Culture vultures, fashionistas, romantics, foodies – There is something for everyone. Antwerp is dotted with Diamonds, Excellent dining venues, superb museums and galleries, antiques, fashion, shops, Parks and Gardens.

Day trip? Short break? Longer stay?

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Whether you’re a first time visitor to Antwerp and need some basic information on Antwerp Tourism to get your bearing or you have been here before and are looking for new places to discover – let us be your guide to Restaurants, Hotels, Museums, Attractions, Shopping, Culture and more.

Quick Antwerp Belgium Facts:

Where is Antwerp

How to get to Antwerp and Cheap Travel

Traveling with Kids

Unique Belgium attractions in Antwerp.

Things to do and see around Antwerp


If you are hesitating whether to put Antwerp Belgium, on your itinerary please check out our website and Picture Gallery to see what our city has to offer. It was designed for easy browsing so that you can get the most out of your trip.


When you do come to Antwerp - make sure you live like a local. Avoid chain hotels and opt for inns and hostels. Get away from the touristy areas to find the truly wonderful parts of Antwerp - but be warned - when strolling the shopping district of the Meir, you'll feel out of place if you're not fashionably turned out. If you return often, rather than maintaining a second home, consider buying a resort property. Hire a timeshare broker to help you find the right one. Further, purchase a membership in an exchange program like RCI points, and try unique resorts in thousands of locations.



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What do locals eat? Why is Belgium food and gastronomy so famous? It's the excellent ingredients and creative recipes.

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Things to do in Antwerp Belgium. You won’t be able to complain about a shortage of attractions, sights, walks and tours.

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For such a small country Belgium is endowed with numerous architecture delights.

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Here you will find details and insiders information about the Top 10 tourist attractions in Belgium

Antwerp for Kids
Fun things to do with your kids in Antwerp.This family oriented section of the Antwerp travel guide will help you get the most out of your visit.

Antwerp Museums
Antwerp Museums are the highlight of any visit. They offer a wide spectrum of art catering to all tastes. From classics to cutting edge examples of artistic expression.

Antwerp Park and Gardens
There are many appealing parks and gardens in Antwerp. Here is the park and garden list and details.

Antwerp District
Antwerp is composed of several distinct areas. Here you will find the description of each District.

Pictures of Antwerp
If you are hesitating whether to put Antwerp Belgium, on your itinerary please check out our website and Picture Gallery to see what our city has to offer.

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You are planning travel to Antwerp and are wondering what else is there in the area? Or where you can fit it into your travel itinerary?

Antwerp tourism information
Basic Antwerp tourism information containing all you should know when planing to visit Antwerp and FREE audio tour.

Antwerp Restaurants Guide
Reviews of Top Restaurants in Antwerp by a Certified Chef. Included: off the tourist trail local gems ...

Antwerp nightlife
A guide to Antwerp nightlife, bars, pubs, lounges, live music venues, comedy clubs and more.

Antwerp Events
Antwerp Events: things to do in Antwerp for Christmas and New Year.

Antwerp Shopping
A guide to Antwerp shopping: From markets and malls to brand boutiques, antiques and ethnic specialities.

Previously Michelin Star restaurant
The 2 Michelin Star restaurant Sir Anthony van Dyck Chef and owner had enough of Red Guide's rigid regulations and gave away his 2 Michelin stars.

Antwerp Belgium History
A brief Belgium history focusing on Antwerp. An ensemble of facts and legends.

World War 2
Here is the History of Belgium and Antwerp during World War 2

Hotel Hilton Antwerp
Hilton Antwerp, a 4 star hotel, is ideally situated in old town. This art deco building used to be a huge department store until the late eighties.

World War One
The area of Ypres was during 4 years from 1914 until 1918 the battle field in the big war also known as World War One.

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Travel Guides
Here we offer links to other World Travel Guides and resources on the web related to travel.

Toastmasters in Antwerp
Antwerp gets its own Toastmasters club: a Non-profit organization developing public speaking and leadership skills through practice and feedback since 1924.

Belgium waffle recipe
The Belgium waffle recipe collection - directions, ingredients and toppings. Recipes for all types of Belgium waffles: Brussels and Liege waffles - crispy outside /soft and moist inside.

Antwerp Bunker Museum
For some time the headquarters of the German 89th Army Corps was situated in the Nachtegalen park of Wilrijk. Now the bunkers has become a museum.

Capital of Belgium
Basic facts and tourist info about Brussels, the capital of Belgium, and the administrative centre of the European Union - the city of food, café culture, Art Nouveau and the surreal.

Brunch & Lunch
Where can you go for Lunch or Brunch in Antwerp? Here are a couple of suggestions along with what you can expect to find on the typical Belgian menu.

Attractions in Belgium : Antwerp
Top Attractions in Belgium 's city of Antwerp

Belgium holidays
There are 12 official Belgium holidays. Here is the list of Public Holidays for 2008..

History of Belgium
History of Belgium: from 500 000 years ago to the Roman Empire

Best Bed and Breakfast - Antwerp Top 10
Description and contact information for designer bed and breakfast and classical boutique hotels and b&b in Antwerp Belgium.

Antwerp Hotel Guide
Antwerp Hotel Guide: Hotels in Antwerp Belgium cover the usual range from expensive and luxurious to cheap and simple, some offering reduced reates for long stays.

Antwerp Apartments
Self-contained Apartments where you can base yourself for a few days, a week or longer are gaining ground in Antwerp.

Budget lodging in Antwerp
Budget lodging options in Antwerp Belgium. Description, reviews and contact information.

Camping and Trailers in Antwerp
There are 3 Camping sites in and around Antwerp Belgium. Here you will find description and coordinates.

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