Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp (M HKA) Tours
Opened in 1987 in the now-fashionable Zuid neighborhood, the Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp (M HKA) contributed to the rejuvenation of the formerly dilapidated district. Transformed into a cutting-edge gallery by architect Michel Grandsard, the museum exhibits more than 4,750 multimedia works by some of Flanders’ foremost contemporary artists.
The Basics
The Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp (M HKA) is famous for its avant-garde collection of visual arts, sculptures, and film. Some of the barrier-breaking artists exhibited include Dan Flavin, Jimmie Durham, and Panamarenko, famous for his mixed-media sculptures of flying saucers. The museum is also home to the arthouse Cinema Zuid and a top-floor restaurant that boasts panoramic city views and a mural by US graffiti artist Keith Haring.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp (M HKA) is a must-visit for lovers of contemporary art.
- Combine a stop at the contemporary art museum with a wander around the fashionable Zuid district.
- The museum is completely wheelchair-accessible.
How to Get There
From the city center, you can walk along the Scheldt River to the Zuid district, which is home to the Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp (M HKA). The journey takes around 20 minutes. Alternatively, take bus 180, 181, 182, or 183 from Groenplaats.
When to Get There
The Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp (M HKA) is open from Tuesday through Sunday, from mid-morning to around 6pm. On Thursdays, the museum stays open until 9pm.
The Art Museums of Antwerp
With such a wide range of museums, Antwerp is a haven for art lovers. Gallery highlights include the Rubens House (Rubenshuis), dedicated to the Flemish baroque painter; the Middelheim Open Air Sculpture Museum, home to more than 200 artworks; and the ModeMuseum, which focuses on Belgian fashion.
Address: Leuvenstraat 32, Antwerp, Flanders 2000, Belgium
Admission: Varies
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Discover top Antwerp attractions and famous landmarks with ease on this hop-on hop-off Antwerp sightseeing tour. Choose the departure time and location to suit your schedule, and take a seat aboard your Antwerp city tour bus. Take in popular sites including the botanical gardens, Chinatown, Rubens’ house, the Old Town, the war memorial, the Brabo Fountain, the Cathedral of Our Lady, and Lambermont Square. With departures running throughout the day, gain insight into the city’s rich heritage and enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace.
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