The best ways to get to and around Antwerp

Antwerp has many different transport options for exploring the city. Would you like to see one of the most beautiful sights upon arrival? Then travel by train to the beautiful Centraal Station! That way, you can avoid car parks and long traffic jams and will be immediately enchanted by the world-famous and historic station building. 

Get around the city quickly with a Velo day pass for only 5 euros. With these easy shared bikes, you can get back and forth smoothly without missing a thing. But if you're not all that sporty a person, don't worry, because for a small price you can easily use the shared scooters. 

What is more, Antwerp is a metropolis that was built on a human scale. You can reach almost everything on foot.

Affordable adventure 

This walk takes you to the most beautiful places in Antwerp.

Start at the Centraal Station, which is an architectural gem, and make your way towards Theaterplein, one of the city's nicest squares. Walk on to the most historic part of the city, where several free attractions await you. 

Going for a stroll in the Historic Centre

Be drawn into the world-famous story of Nello and Patrasche. Admire the statue of this orphan boy and his dog on Handschoenmarkt (Glove Market), just in front of the cathedral. Right nearby is the Grote Markt, which is the beating heart of the historic city centre. There, you can sit and enjoy a drink and the old Guild Houses and take a look at Antwerp's most famous statue. 

Be sure to also pass by Vlaeykensgang, a medieval alley not to be missed, Next, walk to Vrijdagmarkt (Friday Market). Do you happen to be there on Friday? If so, you can buy a vintage item during an auction there. 

Exploring Linkeroever (Left Bank)

But Antwerp has much more to offer. Set off from Vrijdagmarkt towards the Pedestrian Tunnel. On the other side, you'll be able to enjoy stunning views of the Antwerp skyline. There, it's an ideal spot for a picnic or to play a game of crazy golf at minigolf Beatrijs. 

If you are not a fan of underground tunnels, you can easily reach Linkeroever (Left Bank) via the St Anna ferry that takes you to the cosy St Anna Beach.

Shopping on a budget

Antwerp has been a fashion city for many years now. Stroll down the Meir, Antwerp's most famous shopping street that is full of chains selling clothing at affordable prices. But did you know that you can also snap up a lot of vintage treasures and second-hand clothing in Antwerp? Riot Vintage Shop, Think Twice and Episode are the trendiest vintage stores in the heart of Antwerp.

Tasty but not expensive

Antwerp's culinary scene also includes a large number of budget-friendly locations. Be sure to visit Mission Masala and Bahn Mi. Two delicious street food restaurants where you can enjoy an explosion of flavours for a small price. Don't fancy street food? The global city of Antwerp is located in Belgium of course, so why not enjoy some frites? Frituur N°1 is one of the best places to do that! Or enjoy some genuine Italian cuisine at Otomat.

 

Low-cost accommodation

Fancy exploring the nightlife or just enjoying Antwerp by night? That's no problem if you stay in one of the city's cheap hostels that are small in price but top in quality! ANTWERP Hostel, Antwerp City Hostel, Hostel The Ash and Hostel Yust are good locations for a pleasant night. They are all very close to or located in the centre of Antwerp, so you'll never have to walk around with your suitcase for long. You'll also find lots of budget-friendly hotels and urban lodgings in Antwerp.