From Brussels: Antwerp Day Trip with Round-Trip Train Ticket

Antwerp Day Trip from Brussels

Explore Antwerp, Belgium’s diamond and fashion capital, with a local guide and train transport. Suitable for culture and shopping enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Discover Antwerp’s rich architectural heritage
• Visit the diamond and jewelry district
• Explore major landmarks including the Central Train Station and Cathedral of Our Lady

Description

Begin your day trip at Antwerp Central Train Station, known as the ‘iron cathedral’ for its impressive architecture. Visit the diamond and jewelry district alongside the Portuguese synagogue.

Walk along The Meir, Antwerp’s main shopping street, where fashion stores blend with historic architecture. See Meir Palace, a Rococo mansion that once served as Napoleon’s palace. Enjoy artisanal coffee and handmade chocolate at a renowned local chocolate shop.

Visit the former home of Peter Paul Rubens to learn about his contributions to Flemish art. Continue to the Cathedral of Our Lady, the largest Gothic church in the Low Countries, featuring Rubens’ masterpieces, a Baroque pulpit with a wooden sculpture of Pocahontas, and stained glass windows.

Explore Saint Charles Borromeo Church, a Baroque architectural landmark housing one of the world’s finest Baroque confessionals. End your tour at Het Steen, a medieval castle by the Scheldt River, where you can observe the historic port area and enjoy the sunset.

After the guided tour, enjoy leisure time for museum visits, dining, or shopping before returning to Brussels.

Includes

• Local guide
• Round-trip train journey from Brussels

Excludes

• Entry fees to attractions
• Food and drinks

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your spot and bring comfortable walking shoes. The best time to visit is during daylight for optimal sightseeing and to enjoy the riverside views at sunset.