Historic centre

Antwerp, Belgium

The area around the central market place, city hall, and the Steen fortress.

Places in Historic centre

Zilte Run by local chef Viki Geunes, holding three Michelin stars, among Belgium's most celebrated restaurants.
Historic centre bistros Restaurants located in the city centre serving classic Belgian dishes near the main market place.
Historic centre cafes Cafes around the market place and Meir shopping street, popular for coffee between sightseeing.
Peaky Blinders-style speakeasy An informal speakeasy cocktail bar with industrial interior in the heart of Antwerp.

Best time to visit: April to June and September to October offer mild weather for exploring the historic centre and fashion district on foot.
Getting around: Antwerp's historic centre is walkable, with a tram network connecting to the wider city and docklands nightlife area.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: Dutch (Flemish). French and English are widely spoken.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Antwerp's dining scene continues elevating French technique paired with North Sea-driven ingredients, exemplified by Michelin-starred restaurants in the stylish New South area drawing an increasingly design-conscious crowd.

New South (Het Zuid) — A stylish district known for Michelin-starred restaurants and contemporary design.
Groen Kwartier — A leafy neighbourhood home to converted historic buildings turned boutique hotels.