Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open, welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.

Antwerp has played a significant role in history, and as such, it has many buildings of different building styles reflect a diversity of periods in history. The city also house many museums dedicated to educating visitors on this rich history. Mixed with the history, Antwerp is also a modern and trendy city. It has a strong influx of artists and musicians that keep the city energized and vibrant. It also has a great nightlife with a large number of fun and eclectic bars and clubs. Antwerp manages to balance both an old and new vibe, making it a great place to experience the diversity of Belgium.