Interested in visiting Brussels but eager to get away from overly touristy places? Antwerp's the place for you, baby. Flemish people love this authentic gem and often go for day trips to shop and get inspired by its rich history and culinary hotspots. In this itinerary I've bundled when to go, where to go, and how to go. Carefully curated for you by a local. This city trip skips overrated tourist traps and lays out a step-by-step weekend like the locals.
🚉✈️ How long is this trip?
This itinerary is based on a three-day weekend, assuming you'll arrive on Friday evening and depart on Sunday. You can absolutely adapt this plan to a two-day stay, just make sure to read the advice I provide with my recommendations. This way you're in on best times for different activities.
🅰️ Why Antwerp?
- historic port city with rich history
- hotspot for gastronomic delights and lavish art
- like Brussels, but without the tourist traps
- home to one of the world's leading fashion academies and the internationally renowned Fashion Museum
- authentic Flemish (European) experience
- safe city (check out advice for female solo travelers below)
Car-free • Couples • Digital Nomads • Family • LGBTQ+ • Female Solo • Groups • Art • Coffee • Shopping • People & Culture • Boutique • Foodie • History • Luxury • Budget
