Antwerp Travel Guide

Antwerp (Dutch: Antwerpen, French: Anvers) is the capital of the eponymous province in the region of Flanders in Belgium. At a population of just over half a million people (2018), it is the second largest city in Belgium (after Brussels), and it has a major European port. Due to its long and culturally rich history, the city of Antwerp houses interesting historical buildings from different historical periods and numerous museums. Antwerp is also known as the global diamond trade hub: more than 70% of all diamonds are traded in Antwerp. Antwerp has grown to become a trendy city, attracting Flemish and foreign artists, writers, intellectuals, and actors. This is reflected in the city's trendy bars and shops. Antwerp is a city with many faces. While it may not be as historically preserved as Bruges or Ghent, it is a very dynamic city, offering a perfect mix of history and present-day modern life. The friendliness of the people of Antwerp and their innate penchant for good food and good l

The regular intercity and the Eurostar are run by different companies, but their trains tend to leave from the same platform. Do not jump on a Eurostar train with a regular intercity ticket or vice versa. Your wallet won't like the fine.

Most parts of Antwerp are safe, but some neighborhoods are to be avoided in the evening, especially the area around De Coninckplein and the neighborhoods of Borgerhout, Seefhoek and the Schipperskwartier. Still, these neighbourhoods have a very lively atmosphere and so are definitely worth a visit during the day.