Antwerp in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Antwerp lets you explore Flanders. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Antwerp — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

1Day 1: Old town & diamonds
2Day 2: Bruges
3Day 3: Ghent or Brussels
4Beer & chocolate

Day 1: the city

Explore the old town, diamonds, Rubens and a food tour.

Day 2: Bruges

Day trip to the fairy-tale canals of Bruges.

Day 3: Ghent or Brussels

Discover medieval Ghent or the capital Brussels.

Antwerp in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Antwerp and Flanders?

Three days is ideal — the city on day one, Bruges on day two, and Ghent or Brussels on day three, using Antwerp as a stylish base for exploring Flanders.

What is the best day trip from Antwerp for 3 days?

Bruges is the most romantic, Ghent the liveliest medieval city, and Brussels the grand capital; all are easy and rewarding from Antwerp.

How do I plan a 3-day Antwerp itinerary?

Spend day one in the city, day two in Bruges, and day three in Ghent or Brussels, using Antwerp’s fast train links to reach them easily.

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