Merksem
Popular places to visit
Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland is just one of the places to see in Boom, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Antwerp Market Square
Spend an hour or two people watching beneath 16th-century buildings in Antwerp’s cultural heart.
Antwerp Zoo
Why not meet the animals who live at Antwerp Zoo during your trip to Antwerp? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Green Square
Learn about the local history of Antwerp when you spend time at Green Square. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Museum Aan de Stroom
Learn about Antwerp’s history and culture at this stunningly designed museum, perched next to the seafront and offering 360-degree views of the city.
Cathedral of Our Lady
The tallest church in Belgium is a stunning example of Gothic architecture and houses a number of European masterpieces.
Things to do
Excursion to Mechelen and Leuven by train
Antwerp: City Highlights Walking Tour
Antwerp Sightseeing Tour from Brussels
Antwerp: Food Walking Tour with 5 Tastings
Discover Antwerp with this Outside Escape city game tour!
Private Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp
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Other neighbourhoods around Merksem
Duivelshoek
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Duivelshoek. You might want to make time for a stop at Sportpaleis or Lotto Arena.
Deurne
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Deurne. You might want to make time for a stop at Rivierenhof Castle or Ring Road.
Borgerhout
While Borgerhout might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lotto Arena and Sportpaleis.
Seefhoek
Seefhoek might not have many top sights, but Queen Elizabeth Hall and Queen Astrid Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
De Kaaien
Waterfront views and bars are highlights of De Kaaien. Make a stop by Theater ’t Eilandje or Red Star Line Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Antwerp Port House Tram Stop to get around town.
Amandus - Atheneum
Unique features of Amandus - Atheneum include the bars and spas. Make a stop by Chocolate Nation or National Museum of Customs and Excise while you're exploring the area.