Antwerp 5 Day Itinerary

Title: 5-Day Antwerp Itinerary

Day 1 - Explore the City Center

• Morning: Start your day with a hearty Belgian breakfast at Café Belga, located in the heart of the city.
• Afternoon: Visit the iconic Cathedral of Our Lady and the nearby Rubens House.
• Evening: Take a leisurely stroll along the Schelde River and have dinner at Dok 68, offering stunning river views.
• Transportation: Walk, use Antwerp’s efficient public transportation system (De Lijn), or rent a bike.
• Things to know: Keep an eye out for the city’s many street art murals and the famous Antwerp Diamond District.

Day 2 - Museums & Architecture

• Morning: Grab a coffee at Ter Borgh before exploring the Museum Aan de Stroom (MAS) and the nearby Het Steen Castle.
• Afternoon: Visit the Plantin-Moretus Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about Antwerp’s printing history. Have lunch at the museum’s on-site café.
• Evening: Explore the Zurenborg district, known for its impressive Art Nouveau architecture, and dine at Café Zurenborg.
• Transportation: Use Antwerp’s tram system or rent a bike.

Day 3 - Fashion & Design

• Morning: Visit the Museum of Fashion and Lace to learn about Antwerp’s fashion history, including the city’s famous designers like Dries van Noten and Walter Van Beirendonck.
• Afternoon: Explore the trendy Waalse Kaai area, full of independent boutiques, vintage shops, and cafes. Have lunch at Café Mokum.
• Evening: Dine at Comme Chez Soi, a Michelin-starred restaurant, or at The Jane, known for its contemporary Belgian cuisine.
• Transportation: Walk or use Antwerp’s tram system.

Day 4 - Green Spaces & Art

• Morning: Visit the Antwerp Zoo or the nearby Botanical Garden and have a picnic lunch in one of these green spaces.
• Afternoon: Explore the Royal Museum of Fine Arts and the nearby Museum Mayer van den Bergh.
• Evening: Have dinner at De Koninck, located in the historic Vlaeykensgang alleyway, and enjoy a pint of Antwerp’s famous Gulden Draak beer.
• Transportation: Use Antwerp’s bus system or rent a bike.

Day 5 - Day Trip to Brabant Wallon

• Morning: Take a day trip to the nearby province of Brabant Wallon. Visit the charming town of Mechelen and its St. Rumbold’s Tower, or explore the picturesque village of Gembloux.
• Evening: Return to Antwerp and have a farewell dinner at Brasserie L’Etoile, located in the stunning central station.
• Transportation: Rent a car or take a train from Antwerp Central Station.