Merksem
Antwerp
Popular places to visit
Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland is just one of the places to see in Boom, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.
Antwerp Market Square
Spend an hour or two people watching beneath 16th-century buildings in Antwerp’s cultural heart.
Antwerp Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Antwerp Zoo during your travels in Antwerp? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Port of Antwerp
Explore the waterfront in Antwerp with a trip to Port of Antwerp. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Museum Aan de Stroom
Learn about Antwerp’s history and culture at this stunningly designed museum, perched next to the seafront and offering 360-degree views of the city.
Planckendael Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Planckendael Zoo during your trip to Muizen? Discover the area's live music and cathedral.
Things to do
Follow your tailor-made day trip in Mechelen via your mobile phone (by bicycle)
Antwerp: City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour
Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp
Top hotels in Merksem
PREMIER SUITES PLUS Antwerp
Not the best place for the money
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
Very good location and good value for the price
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Antwerp City Centre
Great place to stay opposite the central station. Clean rooms and very helpful staff. Lovely breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Citybox Antwerp City Center
Second time staying at this location staff are always wonderful and the rooms and rest of the hotel are clean.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
NH Collection Antwerp Centre
BANKS Antwerp
Great location, lovely young staff, nice aperitivo drinks and nuts (but not snacks), maybe a bit overpriced vs other local options but pleasant stay overall
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merksem
Deurne
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Deurne. You might want to make time for a stop at Rivierenhof Castle or Ring Road.
De Kaaien
Waterfront views and bars are highlights of De Kaaien. Make a stop by Red Star Line Museum or Port of Antwerp while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Antwerp Port House Tram Stop to get around town.
Seefhoek
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Seefhoek and surrounding area, you can visit Chocolate Nation and Queen Elizabeth Hall.
Schipperskwartier
Travellers like the museums in Schipperskwartier, and Van Torens Stekelig is a top attraction you might want to visit.
University District
University District is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like St. James's Church and Antwerp Beguinage.
Statiekwartier
Unique features of Statiekwartier include the theatres and shopping. Make a stop by Century Center or De Keyserlei while you're exploring the area.