Antwerp is a beautiful and picturesque city. It may not be as famous as Brussels, the Belgian, and other cities like Paris, Rome, and more, but it stands out all on its own. So much so that if you're one to chronicle your travels on Instagram, you'll find a treasure trove of posts just waiting for you to capture them. From classical structures that come from centuries ago to modern man-made marvels that are as eye-catching as ever, there are so many Instagram-worthy spots in Antwerp, you'll need a power bank to make sure you don't drain all your battery snapping away.
Antwerpen Central Station
If you ever have one free
day in Antwerp, you should spend it in the city's Grand Central Station. Though it's not as famous as the one in New York, it's arguably more beautiful and, of course, more Instagram-worthy too. Its ornate Belle Époque facade alone will grab anyone's attention. Doesn't this architectural marvel look more like a royal palace than a
public transport station? It's no wonder the place offers various establishments. It even includes a coworking space for freelancers and small companies. It's as if the Central Station gives you a lot of reasons just to visit!
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Grote Markt
As the central town square of Antwerp, Grote Markt is definitely a must-see! Lined with Flemish architectural marvels and a grand city hall in the backdrop, this place hasn't changed since centuries ago. In fact, if not for technology, cars, and the like, going to Grote Markt almost feels like you traveled back in time. And when there's a place that's so perfectly preserved from past eras, it's sure to make for a fascinating Instagram post. There's no other place that screams '
Living the best life in Antwerp!' than sharing a selfie in Grote Markt!
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Nello and Patrasche Statue
Perhaps the most adorable Instagram-worthy spot in Antwerp, the Nello and Patrasche Statue on Handschoenmark is definitely a must-see. Street art is common in European cities, especially in artistic hubs like Antwerp,
Barcelona, Paris, and more. However, what makes the Nello and Patrasche Statue so unique is that it still incorporates the street itself. The cobblestone road on Handschoenmark serves as the cozy blanket that warms Nello and Pastrach, the cuddling duo from the 1872 novel “A Dog of Flanders' by Marie Louise de la Ramée. Your will followers will definitely drop a like or two and even share comments on how cute your snapshot is when you post it!
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Den Bell Tower
Spiral staircases will definitely catch anyone's attention on your Instagram timeline, especially if it's the one in Antwerp's Den Bell Tower. With each curve looking more precise than the next, not to mention the gentle light teal and white color scheme, the Den Bell Tower's spiral staircase is definitely a scene-stealer. It was building was initially built for a telephone company but was later used for city administration. And today, thanks to the famous staircase, it's become the top tourist attraction in the city. You can even say it's the most popular staircase in all of Antwerp!
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Park Bridge Spoor Noord
Antwerp's Park Bridge Spoor Noord is a photographer's dream. Since it looks like a giant work of art, there are so many ways to capture the structure to produce such stellar snapshots. And yes, they'll work extremely well for inviting more followers to your Instagram page. Especially since it looks so unique. While most other famous bridges and Europe are more classic and romantic, the Park Bridge Spoor Noord champions modern and contemporary aesthetics all the way. The way the light passed through the many holes of the roof looks simply extraordinary!
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Sint-Anna Tunnel
Doesn't Sint-Anna Tunnel look like the perfect setting for an artistic film? When you see it on Instagram or even in real life, you'd swear you've seen it from a David Lynch or Wes Anderson movie. Sure, on its own, this 572 meter-long tunnel under the Scheldt River looks pretty normal. But in certain angles, the way pale yellow walls glow and the narrowing path make it looks oh so intriguing. Almost cinematic in a way too! It's no wonder many
travel Instagrammers often take a selfie or snapshot of the place when they're visiting Antwerp.
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Nottebohmzaal
Speaking of cinematic Instagram-worthy spots in Instagram, you can't get any more movie-ready than the atmospheric Nottebohmzaal library. Widely regarded as the most beautiful library in Belgium as well as the oldest part of the Hendrik Conscience Heritage Library, this place takes you back to past centuries. It's as if you might bump into a scholarly wizard or a studious elf when you walk through its shelves of classic books. The old-world aesthetic is perfect for sprinkling in a little vintage class into your Instagram feed. Prepare to get a lot of comments too! Since the Nottebohmzaal library is that well-known, many will ask you where it is!
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The Rubens House
Undoubtedly one of the most famous museums in all of Antwerp, The Rubens House is definitely an Instagram-worthy spot. However, you can only take pictures of the Renaissance architecture that is the legendary Flemish painter's former residence. Unfortunately, photography is not allowed in The Rubens House. So as much as you want to post about and share many of Peter Paul Rubens's amazing works, it is strictly prohibited. But on the flip side, at least the building itself is a beautiful man-made marvel, particularly its grand courtyard. Doesn't this place look so romantic?
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You probably never would've thought that there'd be a ton of Instagram-worthy spots in Antwerp, did you? Although this city is far from the likes of Brussels, Paris, Rome, and more, there are still some attention-grabbing places you just have to post about on social media!
