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Antwerp : Michelin's recommendations

Cradle of Belgian creative talent, one of the largest ports in the world, and centre of the global diamond trade, Antwerp has preserved the charm of the old Flemish towns. It is a genuine pleasure to wander through the narrow alleys and expansive squares of the old town. The numerous historic monuments, theatres, fashion shops, trendy restaurants and art galleries give it a unique charm.

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Tourist attractions Antwerp : Things to see and do

Around the Grand Place and Cathedral

Grote-Markt B - 2000 Antwerpen

This district, scattered with little streets and passageways, is dominated by the steeple of the Cathedral. There is an abundance of niches containing statues of the Madonna - as many as 300, overlooking the inhabitants of Antwerp for centuries. Some..

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Cathedral

Groenplaats 21 B - 2000 Antwerpen

Begun in 1352 and not completed until 1521, the finest building in Antwerp (and Belgium’s largest) is remarkable for its stylistic homogeneity. A masterpiece of richness and lightness, one of its two towers rises to 123m (the other was never finished..

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Musée Plantin-Moretus

Vrijdamarkt 22 B - 2000 Antwerpen

This museum occupies the house and printing room of Christophe Plantin. It is filled with old furniture, tapestries, gold-lined leathers, paintings, old presses, and collections of drawings, engravings, manuscripts and precious editions. It tells the..

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Hotels Antwerp

Hotel Diamonds and Pearls

Pelgrimsstraat 26 B - 2000 Antwerp

This Boutique hotel offers free Wi-Fi and is situated only 350 metres from the Plantin-Moretus Museum. It features an elegant restaurant serving stone grill specialities and à la carte dishes. Each of the air-conditioned rooms at Diamonds and Pearls..

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Hotel Rubens-Grote Markt

Oude Beurs 29 B - 2000 Antwerp

Hotel Rubens-Grote Markt is quietly situated and less than a 1-minute walk from the bustling Grand Place with bars and restaurants, as well as The Cathedral. It has a 24-hour front desk and a computer with free internet access is available in the lob..

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Hotel Postiljon

Blauwmoezelstraat 6 B - 2000 Antwerp

Prix Prices from : 62 €

Hotel Postiljon is right at the lively Grote Markt square, looking over Antwerp's medieval cathedral. It offers simple accommodation with private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas. A breakfast buffet is offered every morning in the hotel’s lo..

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Leisure activities Antwerp

Antwerp Diamond Hop-on/Hop-off Bus

See Antwerp at your own pace! Hop on and off as often as you please and see the Antwerp you've been dreaming of: historical, art-savvy, fashionable and shopper-friendly! Enjoy fantastic panoramic views from the open-top deck of the bus. Explore the ..

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Podtour of Antwerp

Throw away the heavy guidebook and awkward map and explore your destination like a local. Go on and explore the city with an audio guide. It's easy to use, fun, affordable and informative. Stay in control of the tour by setting the starting time an..

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Our Lady Cathedral Antwerp Audio Guide

Throw away the heavy guidebook and awkward map and explore your destination like a local. Go on and explore the city with an audio guide. It's easy to use, fun, affordable and informative. Stay in control of the tour by setting the starting time an..

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Restaurants Antwerp

't Fornuis

Reyndersstraat 24 B - 2000 Antwerpen

Fine classic cuisine and quality wines are served in this rustic restaurant housed in an old building. The owner/chef introduces the menu in person. He has been running the show since 1976 and was awarded his first Michelin star in 1986. Miniature st..

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Brasserie Terrace Café

Groenplaats 32 B - 2000 Antwerpen

Have a nice drink on the terrace while taking in the splendid view of the Grand Place, then enjoy some of the classic Belgian and international dishes served here.

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Bij Lam & Yin

Reynderstraat 17 B - 2000 Antwerpen

This Chinese restaurant goes against the grain, challenging preconceived ideas about Asian cuisine. It has a minimalist decor and a small menu placing the onus on fresh ingredients, originality and flavour. Be sure to book a table!

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De Reddende Engel

Torfburg 3 B - 2000 Antwerpen

Provence and Gascony come together in this rustic house near the cathedral. Enjoy dishes such as bouillabaisse from Marseille, brandade from Nîmes, duck liver from the Landes, cassoulet etc.

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Chez Raoul

Vlasmarkt 21 B - 2000 Antwerpen

A pocket-sized restaurant with warm atmosphere to spare! The many regulars who come here love the daily suggestions on the blackboard and the seasonal menus. Fine selection of champagnes and liqueurs.

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InVINcible

Haarstraat 9 B - 2000 Antwerpen

Kenny and Wendy's restaurant really is InVINcible! The food, which is of French inspiration, has the starring role. The vol-au-vent, for instance, plays off sweetbreads! All paired with excellent wines of course. The story always ends happily with a ..

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