Antwerpen's Essential Treasures

Antwerpen’s historic core showcases a wealth of architectural and cultural landmarks, ranging from the Gothic splendor of the Cathedral of Our Lady, housing masterpieces by Peter Paul Rubens, to the Renaissance-style City Hall on the Great Market Square. The city features significant UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Plantin-Moretus Museum, home to the world’s oldest printing presses, and the opulent Antwerp Central Railway Station. This collection spans the medieval fortress of Het Steen, the hidden 16th-century Vlaeykensgang alleyway, and the Baroque interior of St. Carolus Borromeus Church.

Great Market Square

Historic central square featuring Renaissance and medieval architecture with notable landmarks and seasonal markets.

Cathedral of Our Lady

Gothic cathedral known for its impressive architecture and artworks by Rubens. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a significant religious and cultural landmark.

Plantin-Moretus House-Workshops-Museum Complex

The Plantin–Moretus Museum is a printing museum in Antwerp, Belgium which focuses on the work of the 16th-century printers Christophe…

Antwerp Central Railway Station

Antwerpen-Centraal railway station is the main railway station in Antwerp, Belgium.

Het Steen

Medieval fortress and museum serving as a regional heritage site and cultural attraction. It includes a Visitor Center and the Antwerp Story attraction focused on local history.