Cornelis Berkelmans’s stunning flower shop has a wonderful curated selection of seasonal flowers and lovely arrangements. Full of colour and whimsical elements, Bloemen van Cornelis is a magical place to explore.

Craving an authentic comforting bowl of hot phở bò? Little BÚN is a tiny, intimate eatery with some of the most mouthwatering Vietnamese street food in town. Everything is made with locally-sourced vegetables, fresh fish and meat.

This cosy little restaurant is as funky as its name, as the snug compact space is decorated from top to bottom with phenomenal art pieces. Some might call the bohemian setup unusual, but we believe the stylistic choices are visionary and evocative. Its menu is simple yet authentic.

Within the walls of the city's botanical gardens is the Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp. It's a quiet retreat from the hustle of the city what with green foliage and flowers filling the space. A trip to the spa is a must before dining in one of the four restaurants. It's all too easy to make yourself at home.