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
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp
Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour
Antwerp: Charm and Originality of the Belgian City with In-App Audio Tour
Historisch Centrum Hotel Deals
BANKS Antwerp
"Very friendly helpful team. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again"
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Motel One Antwerp
"Very nice hotel that's just outside Vondelpark. I was travelling solo and this was excellent for me. If you are seeing the museums this location is very good."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Hilton Antwerp Old Town
HotelO Kathedral Antwerp
"Well fitted out room, great breakfast , helpful staff and perfect location"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Hotel Rubens - Grote Markt
"The hotel is situated in the center of the Grote Market area and all of the restaurants, nightlife are just around the corner. The Maier is just a 5 minute walk away with all of the nice shopping and city activity. The hotel's rooms are spacious and clean and the beds are comfortable. The complimentary ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Hotel Julien
"Lovely, quiet quiet room with modern bath facilities. Conveniently located to Grote Market and Cathedral and to the tram from the train station. Lovely secret in-house bar!"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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.
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 Antwerp Beguinage 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.
Linkeroever
While Linkeroever isn't home to many top sights, Steen Castle and Antwerp City Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
