With its compact historic centre and excellent transport system Antwerp is very easy to get round and everything is within easy reach of your Antwerp serviced accommodation. Wherever you want to be in this beautiful city, it is not far from your accommodation in Antwerp.
Antwerp is a key business destination thanks to its busy port, diamond trade and oil refineries. Antwerp accommodation offers you a convenient, central base that is within easy reach of the major business areas but also close to a selection of restaurants and bars for when you want some downtime. Whether you need to be close to the diamond district or an office in the city centre
our accommodation in Antwerp will put you there.
Despite being a popular business destination, Antwerp also attracts large numbers of tourists to its shores. Boasting world class museums, a vibrant fashion scene, fine dining, stunning architecture and shopping to rival the likes of Paris and Milan, there is much to see and do in this magnificent city and it is all close to your Antwerp accommodation. So whether you want to experience the culture, enjoy delicious Belgian cuisine or shop till you drop, accommodation in Antwerp is the ideal base.
Did You Know?
The 1920 Olympic Games in Antwerp made Belgium only the sixth country to have the privilege of hosting the prestigious event.
Climate/Weather
Antwerp enjoys a generally mild climate with average summer temperatures of 23°c (73°f) and winter temperatures averaging 6°c (43°f). July and August are the warmest and sunniest months with January the coldest.
Sightseeing
Antwerp has a fascinating history and an equally fascinating modern culture making it a great destination for sightseeing. Here are some of the highlights:
• Grote Markt (Old Market Square) – features the famous 16th century City Hall and guild houses as well as the statue of Brabo.
• Groenplaats – home to the iconic Cathedral of Our Lady and statue of Rubens.
• Museums and galleries – the city boasts some truly interesting museums and galleries including the Plantin-Moretus Museum, the Mode Museum (MoMu) and the Royal Museum of Fine Arts.
• Diamond District – here you will find countless jewellers, the Antwerp Diamond Exchange and the Diamantmuseum (Diamond Museum).
• Rubenshuis (Rubens’ House) – the famous artist’s home and studio.
Getting Around
Antwerp enjoys a comprehensive transport network with efficient and reliable services that include:
• Tram – 12 lines operate in and around the city centre.
• Premetro – trams which run both over and underground.
• Bus- services operate inside the city and in the suburbs.
Eat/Drink
Antwerp is a food lover’s dream with a whole host of local specialities on offer.
• Chocolate – Belgium is famous the world over for its chocolate and you will not be disappointed with the choice on offer in Antwerp.
• De Koninck (or Bolleke) – beer brewed locally in Antwerp.
• Antwerpse Handjes – small biscuits or chocolates in the shape of a hand. Local delicacies.
• Elixir d’Anvers - liqueur made from plants and herbs.