Antwerp Travel Facts
The Basics
City Name: Antwerp
Where is it located?: Antwerp is located in the northwest part of Belgium, near the border of the Netherlands.
Why do people go there?: To buy diamonds. This diamond capital is steeped in commerce – upscale, classy and conservative, this city has the pricey shopping and museums to match its reputation.
How do travelers get there?: Taking a train or a bus from Brussels is a common way to get to Antwerp.
Currency: Euro
City Code: 3
Population: 1.7 million
Languages: Dutch, French and German are all official languages, although German is spoken by only a small amount, and a decent amount Speak English.
Travel Information
Neighborhoods:
Attractions: Grote Markt, Openluchtmuseum voor Beeldhouwkunst Middelheim, Diamonds
Accommodations:Antwerp Hostels, Antwerp Hotels
Tourist Office: Antwerp Tourist Office, Grote Markt 13 – 15, B – 2000 Antwerp, Telephone: +32 3 232 01 03 ,Fax: +32 3 231 19 37, Email: visit@antwerpen.be ,Website: http://www.visitantwerpen.be
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Health Issues:
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Belgium is the warmest during the summer months, however, rain and overcast skies are common year-round.
Common Phrases: Yes = Ja, No = Geen, Please = Alstublieft, Thank you = Dank u, Do you speak English? = Spreekt u het Engels?
City Specific Events:
How to get around?: Walk it baby.
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