Traveling is an incredible way to experience new cultures and have fun. In fact, traveling decreases your heart disease risk and stress levels, and it improves your physical activity. There are millions of stunning destinations to visit globally, and Antwerp is one of them.

Antwerp is a quaint city in the northwest of Belgium. This city combines traditional cobblestone streets and centuries-old buildings with modern transport and fashion stores. That is why we decided to review the 3 best places to visit in Antwerp.

Antwerp Ferris Wheel

The Antwerp Ferris Wheel is on the bank of the Scheldt River, near the Het Steen castle. This tourist attraction has 36 gondolas you can ride in, and it stands at 50m (165 ft) tall.

Prices for the tickets start from €10, making the Antwerp Ferris Wheel quite affordable. From the Ferris Wheel’s gondolas, you’ll get a stunning view of the entire city with all its sights. That’s what makes it one of the best places to visit in Antwerp.

Cathedral of Our Lady

The Cathedral of Our Lady is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Groenplaats in Antwerp. This Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, because of its historic importance. They first started construction of the cathedral in 1352 and though the first phase ended in 1521, the church was never fully completed.

You can enter and explore this Gothic-style cathedral for €12. This cathedral is magestic from the inside as it is from the outside. This cheap entrance fee and its impressive history makes Cathedral of Our Lady one of the best placea to visit in Antwerp.

House of Waffles

You can’t visit any city in Belgium without eating waffles. It also goes without saying that you can’t visit Antwerp without eating at House of Waffles. The House of Waffles stellar reputation has been well-earned through 100 years of delicious waffles, since this brand dates back to 1926.

Whether you prefer sweet or savory waffles, House of Waffles has something for everybody. You can get them with cream, chocolate, bananas, or even with ham and cheese. So, make sure to stop by House of Waffles between 10:30 am to 6:30 pm any day.