Experts' Choice Award Grote Markt
What the experts agree on
Antwerp's medieval heart pulses with 16th-century architecture, a striking cathedral spire, and a grand fountain, all surrounded by sidewalk cafes where locals gather—the quintessential Flemish market square experience.
“A lovely 16th-century square lined with buzzing sidewalk cafes and restaurants filled with Antwerp’s sleek residents, the Grote Markt is the city’s social and cultural epicenter.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's "The heart of the Oude Stad is dominated by a huge fountain splashing water onto the paving stones." Full review
Lonely Planet "As with every great Flemish city, Antwerp’s medieval heart is a classic Grote Markt (Market Sq)." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This irregularly shaped square is dominated by the thin cathedral spire and lined by some lovely corporation buildings." Full review
Independent
