From Renaissance to Baroque and Art Nouveau, Antwerp includes in its neighborhoods and buildings almost every style of the history of architecture. The city has been the center of a region of intense economic and political activity. It is no surprise that wars, changes in the region's economy, the new plans of urban designers have transformed its buildings over the centuries. The 19th century introduced an idea of architectural renovation to the city and many old buildings from the Middle Ages were demolished or intensely revamped. Yet, the old styles remain amid the new ones.

Walk along Grote Markt square and find the Renaissance style in the Town Hall, Meat Hall and guild houses. Admire the Gothic in the Cathedral of our Lady.

Find the Baroque in the church of St Charles Borromeus, designed by architect Pieter Huyssens and Peter Paul Rubens who added his classical views to the conception of the building. Take a taste of the last developments of Gothic in the Church of St. Andrew in the neighborhood named after the church.

In The Latin Quarter, modern architectural styles as Art Noveau mix with old styles creating a blending of times so characteristic of Antwerp. To the east of Antwerp in the Zurenborg quarter, Art Noveau buildings inspire visitors to imagine Belle Epoque era.

The Museum of Fine Arts, in the popular South-district is a must for classic art : http://www.kmska.be