
ntwerp,
the second-largest city in Belgium is one of the most dynamic cities in the
world.
But the city is probably best known for its harbor, one of the largest in the
world, and for its diamonds. More than 50% of the world diamond production passes
through Antwerp.The largest city in Flanders, the northern region of Belgium, Antwerp is also known for its fashion and for several famous painters like Rubens and Van Dijck.
Besides historical buildings from the 13th to 19th century, the city also boast a large number of museums, a great zoo, large pedestrian-only shopping streets and, best of all, great beers.
- Start Antwerp Tour
- See an overview of the main sights & attractions in Antwerp
- Interactive map of attractions in Antwerp
Some Antwerp Highlights:
| Béguinage, Antwerp | |
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Antwerp's charming Béguinage, hidden from the surrounding student quarter by a brick wall, throws you back to the 17th century. More about the Béguinage... |
| KBC Tower, Antwerp | |
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The
very first skyscraper in Europe, the KBC tower, was built
in Antwerp during the 1930s. It measured 87.5 meter when
it was constructed. Together with the Cathedral, the tower still dominates the Antwerp skyline. More about the KBC Tower... |


