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The Islet is known for being walkable and economical with many neighborhood options for restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. Broaden your horizons with some local theater. With hotels to suit everyone's tastes, The Islet serves as a good starting point for exploring the greater Antwerp area.

Sightseeing around The Islet

The museums and theaters provide some cultural flavor, while the monuments and historic sites offer insight into local lore. Browse the collections at Red Star Line Museum, National Museum of Customs and Excise, or Museum Aan de Stroom. You can buy tickets to live performances at Theater ’t Eilandje, Flemish Opera, and Queen Elizabeth Hall. West Hinder III Lightship, St. James's Church, and Brabo Statue are monuments worth a look. Learn about the local history at Antwerp Beguinage, Rockox House, and Butcher's Hall. Bring the family to Aquatopia, Antwerp Zoo, and Antwerp Botanical Garden.

You can get some shopping done while you're here, or take part in any number of other activities. You can spend a leisurely afternoon outside at Spoor Noord Park, Antwerp City Park, or Rivierenhof Provincial Park. Explore nature at Schranshoeve Sprookjeshuis Provincial Park, Kalmthout Heath, and Tivoli Park. If you've got some more time, you won't be disappointed by Port of Antwerp, Antwerp Market Square, and Vlaeykensgang.

Some of the area's most popular sights are Antwerp City Hall, Cathedral of Our Lady, and Rubens House. AP University College - Paardenmarkt Campus, University of Antwerp, and St. Paul's Church will also leave an impression.

Getting around The Islet

Learn about your options for water transportation at the port.

The Islet is 3.6 miles (5.8 km) from the airport in Antwerp (ANR-Antwerp Intl.). The next closest airport is Brussels (BRU), located 23.6 miles (38 km) away.