Antwerp’s greatest painters Peter Paul Rubens resided in a 16th century house till he died in 1640. Today it houses a museum known as the Ruben’s House where his and his contemporaries’ works are displayed. After a visit to the museum one can also stopover at reconstructed garden, shop of Ruben’s and his private residence.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Monday and public holidays
Address: Wapper 9-11, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2011 555
Fax: +32 3 2273 692
For more information, Visit Ruben's House
The Plantin-Moretus Museum was home to a 16th century bookbinder and leather worker Christoffel Plantin. It is regarded as one of the finest museums dedicated to the printing industry and is listed under the UNESCO World Heritage list. On display are extensive collections of books and printing works, printed or collected by Plantin and the Moretusses (grandson of Plantin).
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Monday and public holidays
Address: Vrijdagmarkt 22, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2211 450
Fax: +32 3 2211 471
MUHKA (Museum van Hedendaagse Kunst Antwerpen) is a museum dedicated to contemporary art from the 1970’s to the present. It is housed in a warehouse that was previously a grain store and belongs to Flemish community. Today it exhibits 150 pieces of art of Belgian and international artists.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Monday and public holidays
Address: Leuvenstraat 32, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2609 999
Fax: +32 3 2162 486
For more information, Visit MUHKA
This was the only place where meat was sold in the 16th century. The Butchers Guild hall was where everyday tonnes of meat used to be traded. It included a chapel, a banqueting hall, meeting room and a kitchen. Today it houses a museum where industrial art and crafts, paintings, coins and jewellery are displayed. On regular basis, music concerts are held at the butcher’s hall.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Monday and public holidays
Address: Vleeshouwersstraat 38-40, B-2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2336 404
Fax: +32 3 2314 705
Diamantmuseum (Diamond Museum) is currently the largest diamond museum in the world and its no surprise considering that Antwerp is the diamond capital of the world. The museum exhibits of a collections of diamond pieces and jewellery, both original and replicas of famous diamonds. It also has an ‘image and sound’ museum whereby you are guided through an audio guide.
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Wednesday and public holidays
Address: Koningin Astridplein 19 - 23, B-2018 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2024 890
Fax: +32 3 2024 898
The Royal Museum of Fine Arts which lies in the southern region of Antwerp represents works by artists dating from the 14th century to the present. Some of the important artists whose art works are displayed here are Jan Van Eyck, Hans Memling, Peter Paul Rubens etc.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Monday and public holidays
Address: Leopold De Waelplaats, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2387 809
Fax: +32 3 2480 810
The National Maritime Museum is based at the start of the city centre in the castle of The Steen. Initially used as for protection purposes in the 13th century, it housed a prison till 1823. Then on, it was an Archaeological Museum till the 18th century. From 1952, it is the address of the National Navigation Museum. Here you catch a glimpse of various boats and vessels from the 19th century.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Monday and public holidays
Address: Steenplein 1, B-2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2019 340
Fax: +32 3 2019 341
The Ethnographic Museum is a tribute to the various cultures and traditions all around the world. Today it houses ojects originating from Africa, Asia, America, and Europe. There are about 25,000 exhibits on display and it is constantly increasing.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Monday and public holidays
Address: Suikerrui 19, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2208 600
Fax: +32 3 2270 871
The Photography Museum in Antwerp is one world’s largest photography gallery showcasing photographs, photographic equipment and its history.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm Closed on Monday and public holidays
Address: Waalse Kaai 47, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2429 300
Fax: +32 3 2429 310
For more information, Visit Photography Museum
Address: Museumstraat 50, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2160 771
Fax: +32 3 2160 780
For more information, Visit NICC New International Cultural Centre
Address: Peter Benoitstraat 40, B-2018 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2163 028
Fax: +32 3 2163 028
Address: Vlaamse Kaai 47, B-2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2480 871
Fax: +32 3 2571 350
Address: Verlatstraat 14, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2371 127
Fax: +32 3 2389 819
For more information, Visit Galerie Micheline Szwajcer
Address: Vlaamse Kaai 47, B-2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Tel: +32 3 2480 871
Fax: +32 3 2571 350
For more information, Visit Stella Lohaus Gallery