Antwerp things to do, see or taste
Places to see and experience
Hendrik Conscienceplein is one of the most romantic spots of Antwerp. Very close to the Grote Markt but less crowded.
The church Carolus Boromeus is located at this square and regularly there are local street musicians performing.
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Hendrik Conscienceplein
Hendrik ConsciencepleinHendrik Conscienceplein is one of the most romantic spots of Antwerp. Very close to the Grote Markt but less crowded.
The church Carolus Boromeus is located at this square and regularly there are local street musicians performing.
St. Anna’s Tunnel is an underpass in the Belgian city of Antwerp, which connects the left bank of the Scheldt River with the right. The plans for connecting the two banks of the river were made back in 1874 with a bridge, however, since it would deter shipping traffic - an underpass was built instead. A unique feature of the tunnel are the real wooden escalators, which were the only of their kind when the tunnel opened in 1933. It is a living piece of history in Antwerp’s heart.
The tunnel is still used today by people who want to cross the river. In addition to its utilitarian purpose, the tunnel is also a coveted spot by directors and photographers who use it for shoots and locations. The gorgeous woodwork of the escalators is still well-preserved, which makes it a sight for anyone used to the more modern escalators. The area of Linkeroever is near the tunnel and there are some nice places to explore here. There is also the small beach of Sint-Annastrand closeby, which is a serene spot to explore.
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St. Anna's Tunnel / Pedestrians' Tunnel
Sint-AnnatunnelSt. Anna’s Tunnel is an underpass in the Belgian city of Antwerp, which connects the left bank of the Scheldt River with the right. The plans for connecting the two banks of the river were made back in 1874 with a bridge, however, since it would deter shipping traffic - an underpass was built instead. A unique feature of the tunnel are the real wooden escalators, which were the only of their kind when the tunnel opened in 1933. It is a living piece of history in Antwerp’s heart.
The tunnel is still used today by people who want to cross the river. In addition to its utilitarian purpose, the tunnel is also a coveted spot by directors and photographers who use it for shoots and locations. The gorgeous woodwork of the escalators is still well-preserved, which makes it a sight for anyone used to the more modern escalators. The area of Linkeroever is near the tunnel and there are some nice places to explore here. There is also the small beach of Sint-Annastrand closeby, which is a serene spot to explore.
The story of the young boy Nello and his dog Patrasche is famous all over the world.
Nello and Patrasche are the main characters in the 1872 novel A Dog of Flanders. The story takes place in Hoboken and Antwerp. The Cathedral of Our Lady and various paintings by Rubens play an important role in the novel.
Nello, a poor orphan boy, becomes friends with Patrasche, an abandoned cart dog. They walk to town together every day. They often visit the cathedral, where Nello admires the paintings by Rubens. Due to a series of setbacks, the lives of Nello and Patrasche end in that same cathedral. They die together from hardship.
This moving and atypical Christmas story holds a message of pride and unconditional friendship. The story is very famous in Japan.
Nello & Patrasche Statue
3 HandschoenmarktThe story of the young boy Nello and his dog Patrasche is famous all over the world.
Nello and Patrasche are the main characters in the 1872 novel A Dog of Flanders. The story takes place in Hoboken and Antwerp. The Cathedral of Our Lady and various paintings by Rubens play an important role in the novel.
Nello, a poor orphan boy, becomes friends with Patrasche, an abandoned cart dog. They walk to town together every day. They often visit the cathedral, where Nello admires the paintings by Rubens. Due to a series of setbacks, the lives of Nello and Patrasche end in that same cathedral. They die together from hardship.
This moving and atypical Christmas story holds a message of pride and unconditional friendship. The story is very famous in Japan.
Enjoy panoramic views of the entire city, river, and the port from the top floor of the museum. (Going up to the panoramic deck is free of charge.)
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MAS - Musée au bord de la rivière
1 HanzestedenplaatsEnjoy panoramic views of the entire city, river, and the port from the top floor of the museum. (Going up to the panoramic deck is free of charge.)
Nation du Chocolat
7 Koningin AstridpleinPlaces for a nice lunch or dinner
Frituur n°1
1 HoogstraatThe best Belgian fries in town!
Tamo
44 VolkstraatMy personal favorite asian/thai restaurant in town.
Mission Masala
68 DendermondestraatVery tasty indian food. Very close to my place.
Walrus
2 Jan van BeersstraatLocal cuisine at reasonable price, close to my place.
Who's afraid of red yellow and blue
1 MeirbrugEnjoy a nice lunch or dinner in this artistic atelier-café
Who's afraid of Red, Yellow & Blue is a cosy atelier-café where jou can enjoy art, a nice lunch/dinner/drink.
Who's afraid of red yellow and blue
1 MeirbrugWho's afraid of Red, Yellow & Blue is a cosy atelier-café where jou can enjoy art, a nice lunch/dinner/drink.
Places to go for a drink
Enjoy a jenever at a local setting with classical music playing in the company of the house cat.
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De Vagant
25 ReyndersstraatEnjoy a jenever at a local setting with classical music playing in the company of the house cat.