St Paul's Church: A Baroque Jewel in Antwerp
Discover Antwerp's St Paul's Church: A stunning blend of Gothic and Baroque art, home to masterpieces by Rubens, Van Dyck, and Jordaens.
St Paul's Church, a former Dominican monastery church in Antwerp, is a captivating blend of Gothic architecture and Baroque artistry. Located near the Scheldt river, it houses masterpieces by Rubens, Van Dyck, and Jordaens, along with a unique Calvary Garden featuring over 60 life-size statues.
A brief summary to St Paul's Church
- Sint-Paulusstraat 22, Antwerp, Antwerp, 2000, BE
- +3232313321
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit in the late afternoon for the best lighting to view the stained glass windows and Baroque art.
- Explore the Calvary Garden outside the church, featuring life-size statues depicting the Passion of Christ.
- Check the church's website for information on orchestral masses and other special events.
Getting There
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Walking
From Grote Markt, walk north on Grote Markt towards Melkmarkt. Turn left onto Melkmarkt, then turn right onto Hoogstraat. Continue onto Sint-Paulusstraat. The church will be on your left. The walk is approximately 7 minutes. No costs involved.
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Public Transport
Take any of the many trams to the 'Groenplaats' stop. From there, it is approximately a 10-minute walk to St Paul's Church. Head northeast on Groenplaats, turn right onto Nieuwstraat, then turn left onto Oude Koornmarkt. Turn right onto Wijngaardstraat, then left onto Zwartzustersstraat. Turn right onto Veemarkt, and the church will be on your right. A single ride costs €2.50.
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Car
Several public car parks are within walking distance of St Paul's Church, including 'Parking Scheldekaaien Noord'. Be aware that the whole of central Antwerp is a Low Emission Zone. Parking rates vary, but expect to pay around €2-€3 per hour.
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