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The Capital of Baroque

Antwerp, Belgium

The Guide to Antwerp

Antwerp is Belgium's second-largest city and was once one of Europe’s most prosperous and innovative cities in the 16th and 17th centuries, but it undeservedly sits in the shadows of Brussels. Although the Belgian Capital may get all its glory from the tourists’ reviews, there is something strikingly eccentric about Antwerp yet to be discovered. The city boasts nearly 70 homegrown fashion labels, 25 museums, a progressive gastronomy scene, and perfectly preserved baroque and renaissance architecture. Despite its small size, the city has plenty to offer. To fully appreciate the city's cultural history, here’s how to make the most of your trip to one of Europe’s under-the-radar destinations.

Places to Visit

The cultural capital of Flanders, Antwerp is both a bustling industrial port city and an outstanding historic center for Belgian craftwork and artistry. From the River Scheldt to the Golden Triangle, discover the city's rich architectural heritage.

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RIVER SCHELDT

The best way to see the River Scheldt isn’t by boat but on two wheels. Pick up a bike from Freewieler and pootle along the riverside cycle path. Go north to the docklands or south towards the law courts, and savor the breathtaking views of the Port Authority House designed by the world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid.

THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE

While most people know Brussels is famous for Art Nouveau architecture, fewer people are aware of Antwerp's famous “golden triangle.” Formed by the streets of Cogels Osylei, Waterloostraat, and Transvaalstraat, you'll see intricate mosaic designs, ironworks, and carved figures on the walls.

PLANTIN-MORETUS MUSEUM

Dating from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, the Plantin-Moretus Museum keeps an exhaustive collection of 14,000 woodblocks. During a creative workshop, you will explore what makes printing, etching, or bookbinding a proper craft in the Plantin printing house.

Where to Dine

Apart from Antwerp’s baroque monuments and rich cultural history, the city is quickly reinventing itself as the culinary capital of Belgium. From Belgian plant-based cuisine to traditional beer tasting, here are a few of our favorite places to expand your taste palette in Antwerp.

NATIVE

NATIVE

An organic restaurant in Antwerp that focuses on local and seasonal ingredients. Although not a purely vegetarian restaurant in Antwerp, the strong focus on vegetables and vegetarian alternatives makes it the perfect spot to have lunch or dinner in Antwerp. The food and drinks menu changes seasonally so be sure to check regularly for what delights the team has in store for you.

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GRAANMARKT 13

GRAANMARKT 13

Located in an 18th-century neoclassical townhouse in central Antwerp, head chef Seppe Nobel opened his restaurant in 2010. Bringing his memories of home-cooked food and penchant for farming, the restaurant's menu reflects based on the plants he sources from the rooftop garden.

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The Jane

The Jane

Opened in 2014 on the ground floor of a repurposed hospital chapel, The Jane features an excellent cocktail menu and a bar that sits over the main restaurant and thus propels you into the ceiling surrounded by stained-glass windows. The bar snacks, such as burrata, come with tomatoes grown in the restaurant’s roof garden.

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De Koninck Brewery

De Koninck Brewery

Nominated for UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016, beer brewing is a part of the living heritage of communities all around Belgium. In Antwerp, De Koninck Brewery offers brewing workshops and tasting sessions where you can learn one of the most ancient fermentation methods.

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