Museum of Contemporary Art, Antwerp
From the era of celebrating Flemish Baroque painters to appreciating contemporary modern art in different media, one can witness the progression of art through the ages in Antwerp. And if you are an art fanatic, look no further, Antwerp has something for every art lover.
The Museum of Contemporary Art is a much celebrated and cherished museum in Antwerp. Founded in 1985, the Museum is housed in an old granary that was redesigned by Michel Grandsard. Noted for providing a platform for upcoming and amateur artists, the Museum of Contemporary Art is one of the most reputed museums in Belgium. Attracting well established international artists from all over the world the Museum has become one of the most famous spots for tourists who are keen art admirers.
Displaying a permanent and their much loved temporary collection, artists showcase their art, in all sorts of media, right from canvas to audio, films and photographs here. Along with having a spectacular gallery comprising of some groundbreaking art, the Museum also has a library with a vast collection of books for reference and general reading. And after admiring the works and exhibits at the Museum, how about a hot cup of coffee at the cozy little café, where you can further ponder about which artwork intrigued you more. And if you want to take back a memory or two with you, you can stop at the gift store that offers a variety of souvenirs and keep sakes.
The Museum of Contemporary Art is a much celebrated and cherished museum in Antwerp. Founded in 1985, the Museum is housed in an old granary that was redesigned by Michel Grandsard. Noted for providing a platform for upcoming and amateur artists, the Museum of Contemporary Art is one of the most reputed museums in Belgium. Attracting well established international artists from all over the world the Museum has become one of the most famous spots for tourists who are keen art admirers.
Displaying a permanent and their much loved temporary collection, artists showcase their art, in all sorts of media, right from canvas to audio, films and photographs here. Along with having a spectacular gallery comprising of some groundbreaking art, the Museum also has a library with a vast collection of books for reference and general reading. And after admiring the works and exhibits at the Museum, how about a hot cup of coffee at the cozy little café, where you can further ponder about which artwork intrigued you more. And if you want to take back a memory or two with you, you can stop at the gift store that offers a variety of souvenirs and keep sakes.
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Sight Name: Museum of Contemporary Art
Sight Location: Antwerp, Belgium (See walking tours in Antwerp)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Antwerp, Belgium (See walking tours in Antwerp)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Walking Tours in Antwerp, Belgium
Create Your Own Walk in Antwerp
Creating your own self-guided walk in Antwerp is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Antwerp Historic Center Walk
Antwerp is a bustling metropolis, replete with modern entertainment, yet it is the centuries-old city center that fuels tourists' interest the most. Indeed, downtown Antwerp is steeped in history. So much so, in fact, that to see all that it has to offer, you'll need way more than one day.
Here history awaits you practically round every corner – seen in the ancient building-fronts... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Here history awaits you practically round every corner – seen in the ancient building-fronts... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Antwerp Introduction Walking Tour
A major city-port on the River Scheldt in Belgium, Antwerp is known primarily as the diamond capital of Europe. For centuries, Antwerp's Diamond District has been the center of diamond trade, with thousands of dealers, cutters and polishers processing 85% of the world's rough diamonds each year.
Historical Antwerp has its origins in a Gallo-Roman settlement, first mentioned in the 4th... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Historical Antwerp has its origins in a Gallo-Roman settlement, first mentioned in the 4th... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Antwerp's Historical Churches Tour
Antwerp, a city steeped in history and culture, boasts an array of historical churches that stand as testaments to its past.
Reigning supreme among them is the Cathedral of Our Lady, a stunning 14th-century Gothic masterpiece. Its towering spire dominates the city skyline and houses invaluable artworks by renowned artists such as Peter Paul Rubens, Otto van Veen, Jacob de Backer, and Marten de... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Reigning supreme among them is the Cathedral of Our Lady, a stunning 14th-century Gothic masterpiece. Its towering spire dominates the city skyline and houses invaluable artworks by renowned artists such as Peter Paul Rubens, Otto van Veen, Jacob de Backer, and Marten de... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles