Merksem
Antwerp
Popular places to visit
Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland is just one of the places to see in Boom, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.
Antwerp Market Square
Spend an hour or two people watching beneath 16th-century buildings in Antwerp’s cultural heart.
Antwerp Zoo
Why not meet the animals who live at Antwerp Zoo during your trip to Antwerp? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Port of Antwerp
Explore the waterfront in Antwerp with a trip to Port of Antwerp. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Planckendael Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Planckendael Zoo during your trip to Muizen? Discover the area's live music and cathedral.
Museum Aan de Stroom
Learn about Antwerp’s history and culture at this stunningly designed museum, perched next to the seafront and offering 360-degree views of the city.
Things to do
Tootbus Brussels Discovery Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp
Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour
Top hotels in Merksem
PREMIER SUITES PLUS Antwerp
"My favorite place to stay in Antwerp!"
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Antwerp City Centre
"Excellent hotel beautifully located lovely staff pleasant room"
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Citybox Antwerp City Center
Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
"Very clean room, helpful staffs, great location."
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
B&B HOTEL Antwerpen Centrum
"Breakfast/reception area with coffee bar was an amazing place. Great place for coffee and getting together. Room was clean and a good size ."
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
A-STAY Antwerpen
"Nice hotel nice but not pretentious. Good staff. Clean room. Nice sized. Definitely would return."
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merksem
Deurne
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Deurne. You might want to make time for a stop at Rivierenhof Castle or Bosuil Stadium.
De Kaaien
Waterfront views and bars are highlights of De Kaaien. Make a stop by Red Star Line Museum or Port of Antwerp while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Antwerp Port House Tram Stop to get around town.
Seefhoek
Seefhoek might not have many top sights, but Queen Elizabeth Hall and Queen Astrid Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Schipperskwartier
Travelers like the museums in Schipperskwartier, and Van Torens Stekelig is a top attraction you might want to visit.
University District
University District is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. James's Church and Antwerp Beguinage.
Statiekwartier
Unique features of Statiekwartier include the theaters and shopping. Make a stop by Century Center or De Keyserlei while you're exploring the area.
