
Antwerp, also known as the world’s diamond capital, is a stylish city where you will easily feel like a local from the second you arrive. Antwerp embodies a very friendly and happy atmosphere among its many churches, streets, famous artwork, restaurants, and medieval architecture. While there, you can enjoy local seafood and chocolates, and shop for diamonds of course. Antwerp’s city center is just a short walk from the cruise port and there are plenty of busses, taxis, and trams that can take you where you need to go.
The only cruise lines currently sailing from Antwerp are CroisiEurope, Uniworld River Cruises, and Viking River Cruises. A great time to visit Antwerp is between May and October. Late spring is when you will encounter a long day and nice weather. Since the weather tends to be unstable, you might consider carrying an umbrella or raincoat with you.
CroisiEurope features a selection of short 3- to 5-night itineraries from Antwerp to Amsterdam, plus a few longer cruises from Amsterdam to Strasbourg or Budapest. Uniworld River Cruises does a couple of 9-night Tulips & Windmills cruises from Antwerp to Amsterdam onboard River Princess or River Duchess. Longships Viking Kvasir, Viking Skadi, Viking Skirnir, and Viking Tir do 9-nights to Europe from Amsterdam, while guests enjoy an in-depth cultural experience.
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These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Antwerp, along with a brief description:
♦ Museum Plantin-Moretus
History-lovers are likely to find Museum Plantin-Moretus to be very interesting. Once used as a printing press, this museum is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site with original medieval architecture, a sprawling courtyard, a library that dates back to the 17th century, plus a large collection of art. If you have some time before or after your cruise top Antwerp, you might consider spending some time at this fascinating museum.
♦ Rubenshuis
Rubenshuis is the home of Peter Paul Rubens, a famous artist who hailed from Antwerp. Now, you have the chance to visit and tour his former residence, which was restored to its original grandeur. You will be able to view Ruben’s personal art collection, which includes some of his own pieces. You will be fascinated to know that Ruben even built the house with his own hands! As you tour each room, you will feel like you’ve stepped back in time, as many period-specific furniture still remains.
♦ Stadsfeestzaal Shopping Centre
You’ve probably never shopped in such style before! The Stadsfeestzaal Shopping Center, located in the heart of Antwerp, is one of the glitziest shopping malls around. Inside, you can admire a gorgeous marble staircase, historic architecture, and mosaics as you shop. There is even a champagne bar where you can sit down and enjoy a drink or two before or after your shopping excursion.
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