Shopping in Antwerpen - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Shopping in Antwerp can be an unforgettable adventure. Popular shops and shopping centers are located very close to outstanding historical monuments, so a shopping trip always resembles an exciting excursion. Meir Street is especially popular with shopping enthusiasts. It is a series of beautiful buildings of 18 - 19 centuries. Nowadays, high-end fashion boutiques and designer shops where you can buy exquisite things are located here. You can still find several cosy restaurants and cafes on this little street. This historical district is perfectly equipped for the great outdoors.

Chic diamond jewelery, which can easily be distinguished from other jewelries by the label 'Antwerp's Most Brilliant' has been remaining Antwerp's visiting card for many years. In search of the most luxurious jewelry you should go to the Diamond District, which is close to the central railway station. Here, are the most popular jewelry stores and workshops, in which artistic jewellery is offered at the most attractive prices. If the desired decoration is not found, then it can always be ordered. The connoisseurs of elite jewelry will be pleased to find out that many celebrities buy jewelry in the Diamond District of Antwerp.

Those who are desperate for something new, should go to the trendy Zuid District. It is also located in the historic area, so many popular stores are in historical buildings. It is here that famous designer boutiques are concentrated, including Ann Demeulemeeste store. This designer boutique is attractive because of year-round discounts. Dandies have always an opportunity to purchase one of the designer items with up to 60% discount. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Those who are not accustomed to spending enormous amounts of money to new clothes and accessories, will be interested in strolling around the Wilde Zee area. There are many shops and reasonable prices, where you can buy clothes of renowned brands. One of the largest and most popular is Antwerp's Verso store. Clothes and accessories brands D&G, Cavalli, DKNY, RL, Valentino and Versace can be purchased at the most affordable prices. One of the most attractive regarding prices is the Differente clothing store, located on De Keyserlei 50. Lower prices for stylish clothing in the city are really difficult to find. Here, for as little as 5-10 euros you can buy original T-shirts and shirts. Excellent children's clothing can also be found here. Despite low prices, the quality of clothing presented in the store always remains at a high level.

Travellers who prefer walking along colourful markets should definitely visit the Antwerp's Latin Quarter. Here, both Oriental market and Birds market run on Saturdays. There's everything here, from unique antiques and works of art, to real oriental sweets and spices. The birds market is considered one of the best antiquarian markets in the city. It is visited by collectors around the world. Such an amount of elegant antique dishes, vinous jewelry and works of art can be seen not in all antiquarian markets. Another attractive feature of the bazaar is that some antiques can be bought here at very low prices - for 1 or 2 euros only. This antiquarian market of Antwerp remains a favourite tourist destination.