Antwerp Central Train Station — Attraction in Antwerp

Seeing the historic train station was the highlight of my visit to Belgium. The architectural detail is quite impressive, so majestic, feels like being in a historic movie.

The current terminal station building was constructed between 1895 and 1905 as a replacement for the first station. The stone-clad building was designed by the architect Louis Delacenserie. The viaduct into the station is also a notable structure designed by local architect Jan Van Asperen. A plaque on the north wall bears the name Middenstatie ("Middle Station"), an expression now antiquated in Dutch. To the north of the station a large public square, known as the Statieplein ("Station Square"), was created, acting as an entry to the city for its many commuters. In 1935, the square's name was changed to the Koningin Astridplein, in honour of the recently deceased...

There are 2 must see places in Antwerp:

1. the city centre,
2. this station. This station is hands down the most beatiful train station in the world (that I've seen so far). Did not expect anything, and while the train was arriving to the station the view wasn't that impressive, but once I got of the train, 😱. So, so nice. Makes you stay for 15-30min just standing there admiring the...

Another busy railway station which connects international trains and local trains. It’s a transport hub for the tourists and locals. They maintain the cleanliness as much as possible but should improve more because not in a good condition its a place with historical values and tourist attraction place. Easy to find information about trains and lockers are available for...