Small collection on display but the collection is magnificent. If you like etchings and engravings this is the best museum in Antwerp. The museum is quite inconspicuous, which is kind of a waste. Artworks from famous artist such as Munch, Dürer and Goya were on display when I visited.

The temporary exhibit of Rembrandt is fascinating: to represent the self-portraits of his etchings as his selfies and as his preoccupation with the study of self. It is beyond my expectations and I purchased the exhibit catalogue. Felicien Rops’ late works are also very interesting.

This is a small museum, easily accessible, dedicated to the graphic work of three artists Edvard Munch, Francisco Goya and Felicien Rops. The mostly monochromatic art pieces in its permanent collection are very interesting, with a couple of highlights such as Munch’s Scream. On the second floor you can see the temporary collection, which was dedicated to Jules de Bruycker’s work when I visited. If you’re like me interested in the less flashy art of engravings, lithographs, etc. give it a good hour from your visit in Antwerp.

Munch expo with the scream lytho is very impressive. Thank you wonderful lady who gave us such a great story about the artist' life. Again when admiring the Flemish works i was guided through in the right order. Such great hospitality.

Great temporary exhibition of Jules due Bruycker. The permanent exhibitions of Goya, Munch. Worth a visit. If you have interest in drawings, etchings and lithography it is a MUST!

The Rembrandt exhibition is really well executed! The pieces are fascinating and show Rembrandt as a "photographer" who depicts the exact moment in his drawings like a photograph. The rest of the exhibition is also very interesting and well chosen.

Nice drawings of Goya, munch and temporary exposition. The magnifying glass is a nice touch allowing to see some of the amazing details these artists added.

The entrance cost was 8 euros (adult). It is a great museum with beautiful collection of litographs and prints. The diamonds are works of Edvard Munch and Francisco Goya. I've seen their graphic for the first time and was really shocked and impressed with the strong emotions that artist was able to create without colours. The museum itself is nice and convenient, the staff is nice and helpful. During my visit there where no other people, so it was quite. Museum is rather small, so one hour was enough for me to see all the works here.

Absolutely worth the visit. Small collection, a visit should only take about one hour. The Rembrandt exhibition of etchings was impressive. We enjoyed this little museum more than the Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten the next day.

Very interesting museum. Graphic works.

The permanent collection is great and there's always a worth visiting temporary one

My favorite museum in Antwerp with collection including Munch, Goya, Rops ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Very well put together permanent exhibition of Goya, Rops, Munch graphic art. Excellent temporary exhibition contrasting Rops with a contemporary artist / newspaper cartoonist Karl Meersman. This was very well done (and many of Meersman's pieces were excellent).

Stuff is really pleasant and helpful to customers and my experience here got even better when they started explaining some of the paintings, they explain it really well. I recommend to go here!

I almost walked past this place without noticing it all, but there were some cool woodcut images on the Building which piqued my interest so I had to go inside. There was no queue, the staff were really helpful and spoke perfect English, it was a mind opening experience and so so beautiful inside that I would highly recommend everyone going pst should pop in! It’s worth the money as you get some free prints and a free audio guide.

Very interesting museum, a great insight into the book printing and publishing industry during the Renaissance. Incredible exhibits for those interested in the subject and experts! Possibility to print something yourself with instructions.

Beautiful historical house in the centre of Antwerp with important historical connections to the printing industry of the day. All very interesting and informative.

This museum is incredibly beautiful. It is located in a 16th-century mansion and features astonishing interiors, furniture, tapestries, and paintings. The spirit of previous generations is palpable throughout the building - you can smell it, feel it, and even hear it. I strongly recommend spending a couple of hours there.

A very rare gem of a museum. A must see, even a site of pilgrimage for graphic designers, as this is the birthplace of mass produced books and maps. See the Garamond fonts in their original state and marvel at some lesser known paintings by Rubens. I visited on a Saturday. It can get quite crowded.

So many gorgeous old printed treasures are displayed here in perfect condition along with the type casts and historical printing presses that helped producing them (two of the oldest surviving!). Bibles, math books, botanical guides, world maps, almanacs, commandments, dictionaries. Along with the story of this ancient printing company we discover the astonishing revolution of the printing press that shaped our world. This museum gives great respect to the written word and to the people who worked very hard to spread it. Remember to take the free audio guide, it is very extensive and informative.

I could not imagine that a printer's legacy could be so impressive. It is thanks to Mr Platin that knowledge was able to spread worldwide in the 16th century. The museum succeeds in presenting the achievements of this epoch in a very interesting way and accompanying them with the explanations of the audio guide. In my opinion the most interesting museum in the city.

Truly interesting museum, not crowded, with free audio guide and very helpful staff. There is worth every single penny of its ticket fee. It is informative and with amazing exhibits

A nice 1 and 1/2 hour in a brilliant museum. First I thought there would be some old printing machines to see. I was wrong. The building is fascinating and I learnt a lot about the history of books

€8 student discount, 1:25h visit. The museum is well organized, with an audioguide that gives plenty of details (except in one of the first rooms, when it describes the different paintings, the order is pretty mixed up - you need to constantly pause it to figure out which one it's talking about). If you are interested in printing and old books you might enjoy it, I found that it isn't my kind of museum.

AMAZING museum! Multifaceted but not overwhelming, this museum is about the history of the printing press, of book publishing and books in general, Antwerp history, and also the lives of a few very ambitious businesspeople that made this building into what it is. Add to that quite the collection of paintings by Rubens, a stunning flower garden, a beautifully kept building and a great audiotour to be guided among all the information available. Other highlights: two really old libraries and many many botanical books, atlases, prints... All displayed really well for you to enjoy. Don't miss the illuminated manuscripts they kept for inspiration... Book lovers, business people, plant lovers, art lovers and of course history lovers will have a great time here. There's even someone present to workshop the printing press and many interactive moments for kids. Would recommend 10+ though.

What a gem of a museum! Looks small from the outside, but it’s surprisingly spacious inside with loads to explore. Fascinating glimpse into the workings of a printing company in days gone by. And bonus points for the affordable entrance fee – definitely worth a visit!

Impressive museum! Located in the preserved house of the printing company, it hosts one of the oldest printing presses in the world, along with the original typesets and tools used by the company. The museum is very well organised and you get to know so much information about the evolution of the press, the processes and history of the Antwerp as well. It's impressive how much impactful was the company and how wide connections it had with the rest of the world, involved in printing materials all over the world but also conducting research! We had 3 hours available but didn't manage to see 9 rooms!! We will visit again!

I highly recommend this astounding collection of printing artifacts. This unplanned visit became the highlight of our visit to Antwerp. We stayed for hours wandering the halls and were eager to learn more about the family, their peers, and the printing process that lasted centuries. Gorgeous. Educational. Mind-blowing discoveries. Of the 4 of us visiting, 3 of us said this was our favorite activity during our time in the city. A gem in a city of diamonds. 💎

One of the most unique museums I have ever seen. You will see how the old publishing system works and you can try to press print one page of the documents. The building itself is very unique, the wooden floor with leather wall and garden in its center. I have learned a ton from them.

This was a truly inspiring museum. The building itself is wonderful. Some 400 yrs old and given to the city of Antwerp by the family, with all the printing equipment, furniture, and artworks. It traces the story of the first large-scale printing house in Europe. Started around 1552. Their contribution to the progress of knowledge and education in society was significant. They published Bibles, prayer books, civil documents, humanist philosophy, scientific works, school books, propaganda, and even the very first atlas. I loved it.

An impressive museum in the center of Antwerp. It is one of the most important gates of the process of bringing information into the service of humanity. Although it seems like a not very large building, do not pass by without reading the small information on the walls and digital panels while trying to visit the museum without getting lost. Copies of the anatomy atlas and geography atlas, which were printed in the printing house where the roots of fonts such as Times New Roman and Garamond, which are widely used today, emerged, should be reviewed before leaving the museum. If you can find the room where the printing technique of old times is shown live to the visitors of the museum, it will not be a surprise if they give you a unique copy of the poem printed as a sample. If the text they use in printing has not changed yet, the poem is a very cheerful text. If I remember correctly, he was explaining the secret of happiness for a man. So it's not a very long poem. If you are curious about printing, you can buy black aprons with the words “Labore et Constantia” written on them, worn by the printers in the museum, from the souvenir shop at the exit. Be sure to take time to visit.

I was doubtful at the entrance because it seemed like a small museum with only a garden inside. It turned out to be one of the best museums I've been recently. The display takes you through the history of printing, and they have an amazing collection of old maps, machinery, works of arts, books. 10/10 reccomend visiting, is a must if you're in antwerp

The museum is fantastic. Even if you think it might be boring to get to know more about the history of printing, it is absolutely not. The technical details, the books in different languages, the maps, the designs of the letters (like 3D versions of MS Word formats) and the life of the business family in their beautiful home. One can easily spend 2-3 hours there. The museum staff was also very kind.

The room wasn't anything special. It was just another hotel room. It was, however, well taken care of. All personnel was professional and really kind. They anticipated on our needs. I'm extremely positive about the service that was offered. The location is top-notch, right outside Central train station, so there is an abundance of public transport to choose from. The hotel borders on the high street, so you can check-in, leave your luggage behind and literally start shopping within 5 minutes (if that's what you're in to) The zoo is also in walking distance as it is literally around the corner from central station. Maybe about 50m from the entrance of the hotel. I will definitely return to this hotel, mostly because of the convenience of it all. (Photo explanation: I had a room at the front of the hotel and this was my view. Just to illustrate how close the station is to the hotel)

I stayed here with family and very much enjoyed it! The staff was extremely friendly and helped with every extra request & question we had. The room was spatious and the entire property is clean. The breakfast had enough variability (although my son missed the fried eggs – they only had scrambled eggs). We very much appreciated the small gym. Greetings from Hungary (Budapest) ;-)

To start off, the location of this hotel is amazing for a nights trip from Brussels or Brugge. It is right across from the train station so it is easily accessible. The lobby is nice and clean, the gym is small but decent and the breakfast is adequate. That is where my praise ends. When I first entered the room there was a strange smell which I suspect came from the stained carpet. There is construction currently going on right next to the hotel which is very loud and makes it impossible to sleep in. But my main problem was the bathroom/shower. Both the body soap and conditioner were missing there plugs. This allows for moisture and humidity to constantly be circulating through the containers which is unsafe. On top of that, the lids could easily be removed and when I did I noticed there was bits of conditioner(?) in the soap and a disgusting blue gunk growing on the soap containers (I have attached pictures). This is extremely unsanitary and unsafe. On top of that, the shower water did not maintain a steady temperature. It went from warm to burning hot to warm to burning hot. I was consistently screaming as I got burned by the water. I ended up showering at a friends place as both the water temperature and soap made me uncomfortable showering at the hotel. This was very disappointing and ruined my experience. I would recommend looking at other options near the train station before booking this place but the location is prime.

Stayed one night and was pleasantly surprised. Location couldn’t be beat. The hotel is right at the train station. Close to all main attractions, shopping district and dining. Very friendly and professional service. Rooms were spacious for Europe. Breakfast was a full buffet. I can’t say enough about our stay and highly recommend.

Very comfortable room, clean, good in-room amenities. We were at this hotel over a weekend and it seemed completely booked but we certainly couldn't tell while we were in our room. Hardly any noise filtered into our room from the street (we faced Central Station) or the construction going on and if people allowed their doors to slam (which normally happens in hotels) we didn't hear it. The rooms were so well insulated. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Our last day in Antwerpen we wanted to stay and walk around the city later than the checkout and front desk staff stored our luggage for us. When I came back to collect there was a long wait in the lobby, people checking in, and the person who checked my luggage saw me, finished what he was doing at the moment and motioned me to follow him. He said he didn't want me to miss my train. So nice and thoughtful. I wish I would have gotten his name to call him out. The buffet breakfast was very crowded, that is how we knew the hotel was booked up, but still good and plenty of food. One of the coffee machines was out of order when we were there so long line for the coffee...but no big deal. Location was good, across from the Central Station, and about a mile from the town square but we enjoyed the walking so no issue for us. Would definitely go back.

We stayed there for 14 nights and everything was perfect! Location is great right in front of central station, room was clean , breakfast was pretty good and the hotel staff was very friendly and attentive! And special thanks to the receptionists Rachid and Noimi who helped us through out our stay with their suggestions and were very kind. Will definitely stay here if we visit Antwerp again!

We rarely give a 5* rating, but this hotel deserves it. We stayed there for one night in mid-July for fair price. The staff at the reception was outstanding, friendly, well-spoken and very helpful. We were also delighted with the size and cleanliness of the room, the comfortable matresses and the layout of the sections. the room was quiet despite its front pointing towards the railway station. The breakfast was included, the selection was sufficient and the staff there very friendly and fast. We would always return there.

Hampton by Hilton was the perfect hotel for our stay. It is located directly across the street from the Antwerp train station. Taxis and bikes for rent are steps away from the front door of the hotel. The staff were all friendly and helpful. The room was clean, good sized, and well stocked. Great experience.

Great value for money overall! Pros: Very good location. We arrived from the train station and the hotel is 2 minutes from the train station and the metro station . Well sized rooms. Well lit and with good air conditioning. Comfortable and clean beds. Really great value for money. Amazing staff, very helpful and very knowledgeable! Thanks for an amazing time. Cons: The bathrooms were clean and hygienic but the shower area could have been cleaned better. Also the breakfast was okay. It can also be improved vastly. I would prefer to have breakfast outside the hotel next time

I love this place. The views are amazing in the lobby and also in some of the rooms. It's conveniently located for touring Antwerp, and a quick walk from the station. The staff are amazing and helpful. They speak fluent English. They go above and beyond to make your stay better. The breakfast spread is great, very filling. You can even grab a piece of fruit for later. The beds are fine, not amazing. The rooms themselves are great, plenty of space, big windows. I would love to stay here again. This was my view!

Great hotel. When visiting Antwerp, I recommend staying here, it is located across the street from the central train station. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the room is cleaned every day. Breakfast included, buffet, there is everything you need for breakfast for every taste, very tasty. Friendly staff. If there is an opportunity to still visit this wonderful city, I will definitely stop here. Within walking distance from the center and all sights of the city.

Excellent experience! Rooms were clean, spacious, comfortable, and quiet. The breakfast that was included was excellent, a far higher calibre than most inclusive breakfasts I've experienced at other hotels. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again!

We stayed four nights, arriving very early morning from North America by flights to Brussels and then by train to Antwerp. When we arrived at the hotel, the staff were very professional and luckily our room was already available. We enjoyed very much the location of the hotel, the professional attitude of the staff, and the morning buffet with healthy options (eggs, cold and warm vegetables, etc.). The training room was good too. The only minor comment is the hot water stability, it fluctuates back and forth between too warm and just right. Room was clean, bed was great. When we left we were allowed also an extra hour for late checkout and could work in the hall with coffee available. Overall we are really happy about our stay and would go back if visiting Antwerp again.

The rooms (we were on 7th floor) were nice. Its a bit unfortunate that the parking is like 3min by foot away and that the reception is on the first floor. Made our arrival and departure a bit bumpy. Parking costs with 16 euro/night are great. Also super accessable by train as it is right at the train station. The breakfast however is terrible. They should really send someone to look after the food (the veggies were old and nothing was really cooled or had silverware to serve it... so people destroyed the buffet). It looked disgusting at 9.00am. For a hotel of this category, I expected a decent continental breakfast. Also the presentation of the food as such was sad. We ended up having breakfast in the city.

If you can catching Thalys or any other trains, no other hotels beat this hotel’s location. The breakfast was served two charming Asian staff members and that made a great start of the day. The bathroom door was not working well, so I had to take one star off. But clean and cozy. The surrounding area is not as safe and clean as the hotel itself. Be extra careful with taxi drivers waiting between the hotel and the station. They refuse to receive online payments and give you a receipt or try to race with other cars. If you don’t have big bags, go elsewhere to catch a cab.

Hotel very close to central station. We came by car so not very convenient to park in garage 300m in an alley in the rain. Room was nice and quiet and breakfast was well organised with good staff despite it being very busy. Not the same can be said for the reception desk though. When checking in no eye contact, hello/good evening and crew just staring at the monitors instead of helping customers check in. Then a rude group just barged in front of line, without personell knowing they just helped them. Check out just as terrible. No goodmorning or goodbye again. When asking how to receive the hotel parking discount as advertised, the reception was clueless: Interparking Vesting recognized my car numberplate as i'm member of their chain, so I could enter without a ticket and fully charging me for 24 hours.

Perfect one night stop over across the road from Antwerp Centraal station. Appears the hotel is virtually brand new... it is absolutely lovely Huge comfortably family room with 2 huge beds. Kitchenette and dining table. Large bathroom Full bar and restaurant (which we didn't use, but looked great!)

Was great location for our need. Clean and excellent friendly staff. Breakfast was just great and fulled us for the day. Very happy with our choice to stay at the hampton by hilton. I asked for 3 extra pillows when i went to Breakfast by the time i got back to my room my pillows were there. 6 stars

The hotel is directly across the street from the central rail station, so very convenient if you’re arriving by train. There are lots of restaurants and cafes nearby, as well as groceries. If you’re arriving by car, parking is down the street and around the corner, about a 5-10 minute walk. I was upgraded to a huge room with a kitchenette and dining table, as well as plenty of windows. The room overlooked the train station - good for the views, bad for the noise. There was lots of traffic noise during the day but it died down later in the evening.

Great location. Nice breakfast, variations in food. You also have the ability to make your own waffle :). The staff was pleasant and easy to talk to. Overall price/quality its good.

It's okay. The location is convenient for guests arriving by train, tram or bus. If you come by car, you should add 30 minutes on top of your satnav ETA. The hotel has no parking facility. Rooms are okay, however during our stay some items were missing and or dirty. Also HH benefits items were not in the room. We where offered to switch rooms but as we already where settled we refused. Breakfast is okay, the restaurant is spacious and there are plenty of tables available. The receptionist (Rachid) at check-in clearly did everything to make us feel welcomed and valued as a diamond member. The staff at checkout had a completely different attitude. Despite Rachid's best efforts i am not sure if I will use this particular hotel for future stays

Nice and very accessible via De Lijn tram and bus near Antwerp Berchem station. There are also coffeeshops and stores nearby if you eanna grab a drink. 👍

(Translated by Google) top architecture Art Nouveaux around 1900 (Original) top architectuur Art Nouveaux rond 1900

Amazing street lined with beautiful houses, one after the other. And there are plenty of nice cafes at the end too. Must visit if you're in Antwerp

(Translated by Google) The most beautiful and luxurious bourgeois district dating from the Belle-Epoque (and the best preserved). Among others: magnificent art nouveau houses (Original) Le plus beau et luxueux quartier bourgeois datant de la Belle-Epoque (et le mieux conservé). Entre autres : magnifiques maisons art nouveau

(Translated by Google) Perhaps the most beautiful street I know. Beautiful example of the era of the Art Nouveau / Belle époque. (Original) Wellicht de mooiste straat die ik ken. Prachtig voorbeeld van het tijdsbeeld van de Art Nouveau / Belle époque.

Absolutely stunning, definitely worth seeing. With lovely cafes around.

If you are moved by architecture, then this is an absolute must when visiting Antwerp! What a stunning street... just gorgeous to walk down and take in the sight of the marvellous houses, unbelievably gorgeous! Located in the south side in Zurenborg neighbourhood, you can get the tram to berchem Station and walk, there are actually 3 streets, Cogels Osylei, Transvaalstraat & Waterloostraat. Absolutely stunning architecture! Combine it with some amazing food at Salt & mint, sint norbertuskerk church and dageraadplaats Square for really nice cafes etc...

It was really beautiful street!

Beautiful street (the whole area) wonderful buildings and very nice atmosphere

The most gorgeous magical street in Antwerp. This neighborhood is delightful for its whimsy and imagination

(Translated by Google) Beautiful street with impressive homes. Definitely something for architecture enthusiasts. Be sure to visit the adjacent streets. A good guide can certainly add value. (Original) Prachtige straat met indrukwekkende woningen. Zeker iets voor architectuurliefhebbers. Bezoek zeker ook de aanpalende straten. Een goede gids kan zeker een meerwaarde betekenen.