10 Free Things to do in Mechelen That You Shouldn't Miss

January 3, 2022 Jana Sager

The picturesque town of Mechelen, a hidden Flemish gem, sits between Brussels and Antwerp. Students of the world-renowned Carillon bell-ringing school provide an atmospheric soundtrack for sipping coffee at a sidewalk café in one of the town's charming squares. Many pedestrian areas make this a delightful town to promenade about, admiring hundreds of listed buildings and monuments, many dating back to 16th century. Highlights include Gothic and Baroque churches and the famed St Rumbold's Tower.
Restaurants in Mechelen

1. De Gouden Vis

Nauwstraat 7, Mechelen 2800 Belgium +32 15 20 72 06
Excellent
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4.5 based on 41 reviews

De Gouden Vis

2. Vismarkt

Vismarkt, Mechelen Belgium http://visit.mechelen.be/en/vismarkt
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Vismarkt

3. Provinciaal Groendomein Vrijbroekpark

Ridder Dessainlaan 65, Mechelen 2800 Belgium +32 15 45 13 80 http://www.provincieantwerpen.be/aanbod/dvt/vrijbroekpark.html
Excellent
46%
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49%
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4%
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4.5 based on 183 reviews

Provinciaal Groendomein Vrijbroekpark

Reviewed By marcusaurelius2015 - Mechelen, Belgium

Has recently been enlarged. Lot of variety. Two nice restaurants with a terrace if you want to relax after a walk. Playground for children as well.

4. Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-over-de-Dijlekerk

Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerkhof, Mechelen 2800 Belgium http://toerisme.mechelen.be/nl/onze-lieve-vrouw-over-de-dijlekerk
Excellent
59%
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35%
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7%
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4.5 based on 46 reviews

Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-over-de-Dijlekerk

Reviewed By GeorgetheGreek2020

It is the most beuatiful church of Mechelen with many statues and excellent stuff near the center of town. It should be visited !!

5. Sint-Janskerk

Sint-Janskerkhof, Mechelen Belgium
Excellent
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Sint-Janskerk

6. Grote Markt

Mechelen Belgium https://visit.mechelen.be/en/grote-markt
Excellent
46%
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45%
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9%
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4.5 based on 314 reviews

Grote Markt

Reviewed By 374jimmyp - Mechelen, Belgium

When you enter the Central Place(Grote Markt) in Mechelen, you seem to be walking into history. In the shadow of the old St-Rombouts Tower(Cathedral), you will notice immediately the ancient buildings that breathe nostalgy. You can enjoy the nice restaurants or visit the cit hall with a guided Tour. Of course, this tour is not limited to the Centre only. Climbing the Cathedral's stairs and enjoying the whole City of Mechelen is a ream pleasure. Mechelen is ranked top 10 worldwide in the "Best Future Cities".

7. Stadhuis

Grote Markt, Mechelen Belgium http://toerisme.mechelen.be/en/town-hall
Excellent
48%
Good
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4.5 based on 62 reviews

Stadhuis

8. Sint-Pieter-en-Pauluskerk

Keizerstraat 1, Mechelen 2800 Belgium https://torensaandedijle.mechelen.be/nl/sint-pieter-en-paulkerk
Excellent
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Sint-Pieter-en-Pauluskerk

9. Haverwerf

Haverwerf 20-22, Mechelen 2800 Belgium http://toerisme.mechelen.be/en/haverwerf
Excellent
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Haverwerf

10. Onze-Lieve-Vrouw van Hanswijk

Hanswijkstraat 71, Mechelen 2800 Belgium http://openkerken.be/church_detail.asp
Excellent
55%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
5%
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Onze-Lieve-Vrouw van Hanswijk

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