Historisch Centrum
Antwerp
Visit Historisch Centrum
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
Antwerp: Help the Lost Boy – Self-Guided Mystery Walk
Antwerp: City Highlights Walking Tour
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp
Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour
Top hotels in Historisch Centrum
BANKS Antwerp
Staffs are helpful, good location
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Motel One Antwerp
Centrally located, clean room but the design of the shower is under estimated. You can hear noises above your room (stomping/walking/closing doors). Staff are friendly especially the breakfast lady Natasha. Travelled alone but if you or your companion are coffee/tea drinker, there’s none inside your ...
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Hilton Antwerp Old Town
Size of the room and location was excellent; but the rooms are somewhat dated. A few stray hairs in the bathroom and bedding; hence the average rating on cleanliness - but the staff were lovely.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
HotelO Kathedral Antwerp
Wir haben zwei Nächte in diesem Hotel verbracht. Die Lage ist wirklich sehr zentral, mit guten Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in unmittelbarer Nähe und vielen tollen Restaurants in der Umgebung – das ist definitiv ein großer Pluspunkt. Leider überwiegen für uns jedoch die negativen Aspekte. Es ist extrem ...
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Hotel Rubens - Grote Markt
This property was perfect! It was right in the middle of a marketplace (short walk, less than a minute depending on which way you go), and had access to several shops, restaurants, and bars. The staff was very nice and helpful. I went during New Years, and the property was under construction. They ...
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Hotel Julien
Great hotel and a super friendly staff. The location is perfect.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historisch Centrum
Old Town
Museums, shopping, and historic sites highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town. Make a stop by Meir or Green Square while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Red Light District Antwerp
While there might not be top attractions in Red Light District Antwerp, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Museum Aan de Stroom and Steen Castle.
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 historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Letterenhuis and St. James's Church.
Schipperskwartier
Travelers like the museums in Schipperskwartier, and Van Torens Stekelig is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Theaterbuurt
Theaters, shopping, and bars are just a few things travelers enjoy about Theaterbuurt. Check out Antwerp Botanical Garden or Antwerp City Theatre while you're exploring the area.
