Historisch Centrum Travel Guide
Antwerp
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Popular places to visit
Antwerp Market Square
Spend an hour or two people watching beneath 16th-century buildings in Antwerp’s cultural heart.
Cathedral of Our Lady
The tallest church in Belgium is a stunning example of Gothic architecture and houses a number of European masterpieces.
Antwerp City Hall
Antwerp City Hall is just one of the places to see in Antwerp, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Plantin-Moretus Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Plantin-Moretus Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Antwerp. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Carolus Borromeus Church
St. Carolus Borromeus Church is just one of the places to see in Antwerp, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Green Square
Learn about the local history of Antwerp when you spend time at Green Square. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp
Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City
Antwerp: Charm and Originality of the Belgian City with In-App Audio Tour
Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp
Top hotels in Historisch Centrum
BANKS Antwerp
"Very friendly helpful team. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Motel One Antwerp
"The staff was very nice and knowledgeable. The food was very good as well as the selection. Beds very comfortable and the rooms well thought out. Would highly recommend the property and Motel One chain."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
HotelO Kathedral Antwerp
"Location was outstanding, right off the main square. We stayed in the apartment which was spacious and clean. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hilton Antwerp Old Town
Hotel Rubens - Grote Markt
"Lovely hotel in the centre of Antwerp. Excellent breakfast. Parking was useful. Easily 5/5 stars..."
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Julien
"Great hotel and a super friendly staff. The location is perfect."
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historisch Centrum
Old Town
Museums, shopping and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Old Town. Check out Meir or Green Square while you're exploring the area.
Wilde Zee
While Wilde Zee isn't home to many top sights, Green Square and Meir are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sint-Andries
Sint-Andries is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like ModeMuseum and Nationalestraat.
University District
University District is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. James's Church and Antwerp Beguinage.
Schipperskwartier
Travellers like the museums in Schipperskwartier, and Van Torens Stekelig is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Theaterbuurt
Theatres, shopping and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Theaterbuurt. Check out Antwerp Botanical Garden or Antwerp City Theatre while you're exploring the area.
