Looking for a delicious ice cream on a sunny day? Whether you prefer classic flavours or enjoy discovering new taste combinations, Antwerp has something for everyone. From authentic gelato to refreshing sorbet, frozen yoghurt, and vegan ice cream: these ice cream shops serve up the best the city has to offer.
Gelato Milanese
Artisanal Ice Cream in Sint-Andries (St. Andrew's)
You'll find this cosy, family-run gelateria on the charming Vleminckveld square, near Museum Mayer van den Bergh. Enjoy artisanal ice cream, made with natural ingredients and a lot of passion. Try surprising flavours like mascarpone with figs or pistachio ice cream with fresh pistachios from Sicily.
Borgo Gelato
Italian ice cream in Borgerhout
The popular Borgo Gelato is located on the lively Krugerplein in Borgerhout, where you'll also find Bar Leon, a big playground, and Frituur Tina. Enjoy homemade Italian ice cream in surprising flavours such as apricot with rosemary, pomegranate with basil, and salted caramel. Vegan options are always available as well.
Melt
Homemade ice cream in the historic centre
With its bookstores, coffee shops, and vintage clothing stores, the district around the Lange Koepoortstraat is a must-visit in Antwerp. How about some ice cream during your adventure? At Melt, you'll find a mix of classic and surprising flavours, along with at least one vegan option. We're talking sea-salt caramel, cheesecake with wild berries, and refreshing fruit sorbets.
Bjornies
Fresh ice cream near Zuidpark
Longing for artisanal ice cream with fresh fruit? Bjornies on the Kloosterstraat serves classic flavours, lactose-free (vegan) ice cream, and low-sugar options. It's worth a visit even during the colder months, when you can enjoy fresh waffles and the popular Bjornies Crumble. Looking for a quiet spot to enjoy your ice cream? The vast Zuidpark is not far away.
Kloosterstraat 120, 2000 Antwerpen
Parlion
Persian flavours in the historic centre
Parlion is located on the charming Wijngaardstraat, right near the Conscienceplein. Owner Parham grew up with the flavours of Iran, and has now brought that tradition to Antwerp. The flavours change with the seasons, but saffron-rosewater, pistachio, Belgian chocolate, and various vegan options are always on the menu.
Gelato Factory
Italian ice cream at the KMSKA
Gelato Factory serves authentic Italian gelato, sorbet, and frozen yoghurt. Choose from 20 flavours, including chocolate with salted butter caramel, lavender honey, and chocolate-hazelnut-rum. Fans of vegan sorbet will also get their fill here. Tip: enjoy your ice cream on the steps of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
Verschansingstraat 57, Antwerpen-Zuid
Cremerie Germaine
On the Eilandje and in Zurenborg
Cremerie Germaine on the Eilandje serves traditional Italian flavours, including fior di latte, strawberry, and pistachio. You'll find a few more vegan options at this cremerie on the Dageraadplaats in Zurenborg. Enjoy your ice cream while taking in the view of the MAS | Museum aan de Stroom and the marina, or under the stars at the Dageraadplaats.
Gelato Giuliano
A contemporary twist at Het Zuid
Bronte pistachio, Sicilian almond or dulce de leche with cantucci? The Marnixplaats in Het Zuid is where you can enjoy Italian gelato with a contemporary twist. Vegan or sugar-free alternatives are also available. Finish off your ice cream with toppings such as hazelnut crunch or dark chocolate shavings. Going to the park with friends? Go for the 1-litre take-away box.
Compagnie Belge
Ice cream on the Grote Markt
From strawberry, chocolate, vanilla, pistachio, and banana to seasonal flavours including tiramisu, lavender, or violet: Compagnie Belge is where you can taste Italy right in the heart of Antwerp. With more than 20 flavours, there's something for everyone. Nice detail: the ice cream isn't scooped into balls, it's lovingly served with a spatula.
Grote Markt 16, 2000 Antwerpen
Moochie
Frozen yoghurt in the city centre
Frozen yoghurt is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional ice cream. Moochie only uses organic yoghurt, with no added fat and very little sugar. Top your ice cream with fresh fruit, such as blueberries, mango, or raspberries. How about something a little sweeter? Go for chocolate, speculaas, or sweets as a topping.
Icelab NiceCream Creations
Plant-based ice cream at Theaterplein
This is the first Belgian gelateria selling exclusively plant-based ice cream, or 'nice cream'. Choose from 12 flavours, from classics such as coffee, vanilla, and banana to more surprising combinations including salted peanut, walnut-fig, and white chocolate with ginger. And there's even a dog ice cream for your four-legged friends.
De IJsmaker
Ice Cream in the fashion district
In the renovated Fierensblokken, on the corner of the Nationalestraat, you can enjoy 30 different flavours, ranging from classics like vanilla or chocolate to more special concoctions like treacle waffle or rum & raisins. But do you know what makes De IJsmaker so unique? The company uses AI to better match daily production with demand, limiting waste in the process.
Nationalestraat 168, 2000 Antwerpen
Crèmerie Flamingo
At Crèmerie Flamingo at Antwerp Zoo, you can choose from a wide range of artisanal ice cream. Besides the classics, you'll find surprising flavours such as coconut-pineapple and crunchy marzipan. There are also vegan and sugar-free treats. Good to know: You don't need a ticket to the ZOO to enjoy an ice cream here.
Ice Ice Amy
A new formula for ice cream, with no industrial additives: that’s the speciality ice cream at this ice cream shop on the Groenplaats. Served with freshly baked waffle cones, this is where ice cream becomes a veritable culinary experience. The menu features flavours including Strawberry Buttermilk, Mango Lassi, and Purple Disco Lavender. Find the nearest bench and dive into your ice cream.
Quick pick: find your ice cream in Antwerp
- Authentic Italian gelato → Gelato Milanese
- Surprising and creative flavours → Borgo Gelato
- Classic and vegan in the city centre → Melt
- Artisanal ice cream with fruity flavours → Bjornies
- Persian flavours and vegan options → Parlion
- Gelato near the KMSKA → Gelato Factory
- Ice cream with a view of the MAS → Cremerie Germaine
- Italian gelato with a modern twist → Gelato Giuliano
- Gelato on the Grote Markt → Compagnie Belge
- Frozen yoghurt with toppings → Moochie
- 100% plant-based ice cream → Icelab NiceCream Creations
- 30 flavours in the fashion district → De IJsmaker
- Ice cream at the Zoo → Crèmerie Flamingo
- Speciality ice cream at the Groenplaats → Ice Ice Amy