FamxplorGrote Markt
What to expect
The Grote Markt is the central square of Antwerp, situated in the heart of the old city quarter. It is surrounded by the city's Renaissance Town Hall, as well as numerous guildhalls with elaborate façades. The square also has many restaurants and cafés and hosts a Christmas market and ice rink every winter. Visitors can admire the Antwerp's City Hall, the guildhalls, especially the original 16th-century Guildhall of Sint-Joris, and the Brabo Fountain, created by Jef Lambeaux in 1887. The square is a great place to visit with family and friends, with its rich history, beautiful architecture, and lively atmosphere
Plan your family visit to the Grote Markt with these blog insights 👇
The Gold at the End of the Rainbow (in Antwerp, Belgium)
Activities: We strolled around the Grote Markt. We saw beautiful facades, which grew into truly breathtakingly elaborate constructions on the market. Almost every gable is adorned with a different golden figure. The playful details on the facades could have kept us busy for hours
Highlights: The kids were amazed by the golden figures and the intricate details on the buildings. "We looked at the facades and the fountain", it was a great experience. We could have spent hours there! ✨