Welcome to Antwerp! Mats’s guidebook
Coffee
Perfect for foodies and design buffs alike, this insta-worthy location hosts not only contemporary must-have items in their design store, but increases their customer experience through single origin coffees - their offerings changing through the seasons. Plus, it’s only an 11mns walk away!
9 locals recommend
St. Vincents
13 Kleine MarktPerfect for foodies and design buffs alike, this insta-worthy location hosts not only contemporary must-have items in their design store, but increases their customer experience through single origin coffees - their offerings changing through the seasons. Plus, it’s only an 11mns walk away!
In De Roscam
12 VrijdagmarktDrinks & Nightlife
Hidden by our city’s gorgeous cathedral at the very heart of Antwerp's historical center, this stylish space hosts some of the city’s best creative and traditional cocktails. Just 10 minutes by metro.
27 locals recommend
Cocktails at Nine
9 LijnwaadmarktHidden by our city’s gorgeous cathedral at the very heart of Antwerp's historical center, this stylish space hosts some of the city’s best creative and traditional cocktails. Just 10 minutes by metro.
Located between the Groenplaats and the Grote Markt (10 mns by metro) lies this trendy cocktail bar. The perfect starting point for great cocktails and a midnight stroll through Antwerp’s historic center.
9 locals recommend
Brasserie Appelmans
1 PapenstraatjeLocated between the Groenplaats and the Grote Markt (10 mns by metro) lies this trendy cocktail bar. The perfect starting point for great cocktails and a midnight stroll through Antwerp’s historic center.
Located between the Groenplaats and the Grote Markt (10 mns by metro) lies this trendy cocktail bar. The perfect starting point for great cocktails and a midnight stroll through Antwerp’s historic center.
13 locals recommend
The Dirty Rabbit
1 GentplaatsLocated between the Groenplaats and the Grote Markt (10 mns by metro) lies this trendy cocktail bar. The perfect starting point for great cocktails and a midnight stroll through Antwerp’s historic center.
Dinner
Run by world-renowned chef, Seppe Nobels, this culinary gem’s dishes (sourced from locally sourced fresh ingredients) is matched by their modern, sleek and yet interior. Just a 5 minute walk from the Airbnb.
23 locals recommend
Restaurant Graanmarkt 13
13 GraanmarktRun by world-renowned chef, Seppe Nobels, this culinary gem’s dishes (sourced from locally sourced fresh ingredients) is matched by their modern, sleek and yet interior. Just a 5 minute walk from the Airbnb.
This modern Japanese restaurant fusions contemporary and traditional, Asian and Western influences. Dishes are cooked with fresh and high-quality ingredients and rotate based on seasonal availability – and originality is key! Located 10 minutes by metro.
Dim Dining
7 VrijdagmarktThis modern Japanese restaurant fusions contemporary and traditional, Asian and Western influences. Dishes are cooked with fresh and high-quality ingredients and rotate based on seasonal availability – and originality is key! Located 10 minutes by metro.
A short 5 minute walk will bring your to to this Antwerp staple. Inside this majestic building, the atmosphere is nevertheless casual, prices decent and the celebrities are numerous.
52 locals recommend
Bourla
7 GraanmarktA short 5 minute walk will bring your to to this Antwerp staple. Inside this majestic building, the atmosphere is nevertheless casual, prices decent and the celebrities are numerous.
Close to the Groenplaats and Grote Markt (both must-see landmarks – 10 minutes by metro), this romantic restaurant is perfect to enjoy a delicious Italian dinner for two.
18 locals recommend
Pasta-Hippo-Vino
32 Oude KoornmarktClose to the Groenplaats and Grote Markt (both must-see landmarks – 10 minutes by metro), this romantic restaurant is perfect to enjoy a delicious Italian dinner for two.
Brunch & Lunch
Just a short 2 minute walk from the apartment, this tropical-inspired place is perfect for a heathy meal -make sure to enjoy their famous teas or juices on their sunny terrace!
Located on the Vrijdagsmakt, this adorable pink-clad brunch spot is only 10 mins away by metro, and perfect if you’re craving pancakes - or a great Insta shot!
10 locals recommend
Goodie Foodie
23 LeeuwenstraatLocated on the Vrijdagsmakt, this adorable pink-clad brunch spot is only 10 mins away by metro, and perfect if you’re craving pancakes - or a great Insta shot!
Lunchbox
8 NieuwstadCentral to the shopping area, this trendy bar is the perfect day to start your day with a bowl of freshly made granola
24 locals recommend
Cafématic
4 VleminckveldCentral to the shopping area, this trendy bar is the perfect day to start your day with a bowl of freshly made granola
Located in the old opera house, enxerience all of the Opera house's glorious decadence while enjoying the delicious buffet in one of Antwerp’s landmarks – just 5 minutes by foot from your doorstep!
29 locals recommend
Bourla Theatre
18 KomedieplaatsLocated in the old opera house, enxerience all of the Opera house's glorious decadence while enjoying the delicious buffet in one of Antwerp’s landmarks – just 5 minutes by foot from your doorstep!
Just a short 8 minute walk from the apartment, lies on of Antwerp’s top hipster havens 'Come for the eyecandy, stay for the soulfood’, their slogan.
38 locals recommend
Barchel
6 Van BreestraatJust a short 8 minute walk from the apartment, lies on of Antwerp’s top hipster havens 'Come for the eyecandy, stay for the soulfood’, their slogan.