Antwerp Nightlife – Clubs, Bars & Nightlife Tips

Antwerp Nightlife

Antwerp is one of the most popular cities in Belgium because of its world-class restaurants, attractions, and nightlife. The city has a very young population which gives it a little more energy than other European city. There are many areas around the town with bars and nightclubs, including the historical district.

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Hip Nightclubs without the Pretentious Feel

One of the most popular nightclubs in Antwerp is Stereo Sushi. The best and most high-profile DJs call Europe home, and this club attracts almost all of them. Stereo Sushi is a must-visit for dance music enthusiasts who want to party with world-class performers in a relaxed environment. Of course, if you are visiting Antwerp specifically for this experience, don’t visit in the summer. Most dance clubs in Antwerp are closed during the summer.

Another great night club to visit in Antwerp is Café d’Anvers. Not only is it one of the most popular clubs in Antwerp, it’s one of the most popular clubs in all of Belgium. It is a stalwart amongst dance music clubs in Europe, being in existence for over 17 years. The party goes all night at this club. If you like to go out earlier, you can benefit from the fact that the club offers free cover before midnight. Almost no one in Antwerp goes out dancing before 1 in the morning, so don’t go too early if you don’t want to be the only person in the club.

Pub Life

Belgian beers are some of the most popular beers in the world. Naturally, there are going to be some great pubs in the country. If beer selection is your thing, take a visit to Bierhuiske. This pub has over 300 beers! Somehow, it manages to be a massive pub with a huge offering of different beers while maintaining a homey local feel, making it one of the most popular pubs in the city. The bartenders are extremely knowledgeable, helpful, accommodating to English speakers. Every beer-loving visitor should make a visit to this pub during their stay in Antwerp. It’s conveniently located between the Grote Market and the St. Anna tunnel.

The Theater

Belgium, and specifically Antwerp, is one of the best locations in the world when it comes to the theater. Did you know that there are almost one hundred active theater companies in the city? This rivals Broadway or the West End in London. If you don’t speak the native language, you may want to attend a performance of an all-instrumental piece of music or dance. There are not many performances in English that are accommodating to visitors from other countries. One thing that sets the theater scene in Antwerp apart from other cities is the number of puppet shows they put on. Belgians love to put on puppet shows and other interactive plays and musicals to entertain visitors. If you just want to take a break and catch a movie on your vacation, Antwerp has a huge offering of movie theaters as well.

More from SmarterTravel:

• Antwerp Things to Do – Attractions & Must See
• Belgium Travel Guide: What to Do in Belgium
• Getting Around Belgium: Transportation Tips

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Editor’s Note: The information contained on this page was compiled using real traveler reviews about Clubs, Bars & Nightlife Tips in Antwerp.