Garden Center Abies (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Garden Center Abies?
What makes it 60% Kids-Friendly: The Zoersel branch has an indoor play corner and kids meals so children can burn energy, yet fragile plant displays and the play-free Deurne site mean close supervision and tempered fun.
Positives:
- Free parking and toilets: Unload strollers easily and use clean restrooms at both Deurne and Zoersel locations.
- Indoor play area: Keeps children entertained while adults browse and shop.
- Complimentary oppot-service: Repot your plant purchases at no extra charge, making cleanup easy.
- Free Wi-Fi: Older kids can play simple games or watch videos while you shop.
Challenges:
- No dedicated baby-changing room: If you need a private changing area, call ahead to confirm restroom facilities.
- Limited café seating: The restaurant can fill up quickly on weekends; reserve early.
- Small play area: Older children may outgrow the corner; bring a book or game as backup.
What is Garden Center Abies?
- A horticultural retail complex near Antwerp features a 3 000 m² indoor showroom and expansive outdoor plant nurseries for ornamental and edible species
- A family-operated garden center chain with two Antwerp-area branches (Deurne and Zoersel) that offers home décor, seasonal floral selections and gardening supplies alongside professional services such as repotting and delivery
- A lifestyle-driven retail environment that combines garden furniture and home fragrance collections with a dedicated restaurant and children’s play corner at its Zoersel site
What is so special about Garden Center Abies for with kids?
- Family-friendly restaurant with indoor play corner
- Free parking, toilets, and Wi-Fi at Zoersel branch
- No-cost oppot-service lets kids watch plants get repotted
- Seasonal displays change year-round for fresh exploration
- Easy meal and browsing combo keeps the whole family happy
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time to browse plants, enjoy a meal, and let kids use the play area without rushing.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Garden Center Abies
Let kids play in the indoor corner:
Sit in the on-site café while your children play safely in the supervised indoor area.
Tip: Order a children’s meal to access the play corner and avoid peak lunch hours to secure seats.
Browse seasonal plant displays:
Explore rows of potted flowers, herbs, and decorative plants in the greenhouse.
Tip: Use the free oppot-service to repot any purchase on-site and involve kids by letting them choose the pot.
Family meal at the restaurant:
Enjoy casual Belgian café dishes with a view of the garden center.
Tip: Call ahead to reserve a table when visiting with a group to avoid wait times.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Garden Center Abies
- Visit off-peak: Arrive before 11:00 on weekdays to enjoy quieter browsing and play space.
- Bring an empty tote: Use it for carrying small plants or produce from the center without plastic bags.
- Check workshop schedules: Call the center to see if any kid-focused events or demos are running that day.
Reviews of Garden Center Abies
Streetlife 360
Big garden center near Berchem station. Not only big choice of trees and plants but also many seasonal decorations.
IRYNA OLEKSIUK
Fantastic place
David Matheus
Very good assortment of plants and plant pots, all in different sizes. Some of the plants have a couple of rough spots which is normal anyways. It would be nice if there was some guidance on how to care for a specific plant to know if they will suit you. Some plants have little tags on them with some icons which already helps but they can be inconvenient to read because they are very small and hi...
The Jurnalist
Lovely plant and garden shop. You can find very nice equpment for your little garden terrace or Just for plant care. They have. Great choice of plants even some of most resre varigated planta like monsteras deliciosa variegata and much more the staf is Friendly and prices are ok. Reasonable
Alton Valadares
I often find some beauties. Today: Philodendron 'Prince of Orange'
When is the best time to visit Garden Center Abies (Antwerp, Belgium)?
In spring, look for bright bulbs and let kids spot new shoots. Summer brings lush outdoor displays but stay indoors to cool off. Autumn showcases pumpkins and mums. During winter holidays, enjoy festive poinsettias and decorations (check workshop dates ahead).
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Children’s meals (2) | EUR 12 |
| Adult meals (2) | EUR 28 |
| Small plant purchase | EUR 20 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 60 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Map of Garden Center Abies
Address: Herentalsebaan 556-568 Herentalsebaan 544-548, Herentalsebaan 521/543, 2100 Antwerpen, Belgium
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