What makes it 88% Couple-Friendly: Pairs can share the UNESCO heritage story, use free audio plays, linger in the intimate courtyard, and finish in 1–2 hours; only limited seating on peak days slightly reduces comfort.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Couples can explore presses, library and demo without rushing.
Tour original printing presses:
See two of the world’s oldest 16th-century printing presses.
Tip: Ask at reception for live demo times to watch ink rolling.
Wander Plantin’s Baroque library:
Admire the decorated bookshelves, tapestries and archive.
Tip: Use the free audio guide to learn about key artworks.
Discover Rubens originals:
View original Rubens drawings in the curator’s room.
Tip: Pick up the highlights floor plan to locate these sketches.
Stroll the courtyard garden:
Relax on benches amid historic brick walls and greenery.
Tip: Visit in late spring to capture blooming flowers on photo.
Follow special exhibitions:
Explore rotating shows on printing history and businesswomen.
Tip: Check the museum website for current exhibit dates.

Kaori Tsuchimoto
As a person who studied printmaking in College, this was a must visit! I think it’s well preserved and exhibited. Audio guide was helpful. It takes 2-3 hours to look through but you can go outside and come back inside with the wristband. You can also see a lot of text-book European grumpy old men as staff here haha (I liked it) Young girls were attentive and friendly.
Maya 123
Loved the hidden garden, calm and delicate. This part is free of charge. Be careful not to go into the exhibition, because otherwise someone will come and throw you out — even if you're just trying to take a quick look on the basement to get an idea of whether the visit is worth it, given the extremely vague explanation from the ticket seller about what this museum is actually about.
Rachel Ngn
I loved this museum. I even wrote a blog about it after my visit. The smell of paper, the creaking of wooden floors, the smell of ink… it was all magical to me. They also have a beautiful garden. Everything makes you feel like you are in another dimension.
Марта Стефанчук
Absolutely stunning museum! One of the highlights of my trip to Antwerp. The history of printing comes alive in the most beautiful and authentic setting. The old presses, books, and interiors are so well preserved — it feels like walking through time. A must-visit for anyone who loves books, history, or design.
Uriel Mazzoli
Must-see museum hosting the oldest printing enterprise existing. The journey through the private house of the founders of the company takes us through a fascinating journey where we discover the central role that this place had in the scientific, humanistic and political development of Europe. Among the amazing pieces collected here: some original books dating centuries, the two oldest printing pr...
Spring and early summer bring blooms to the courtyard, perfect for photos. Off-peak mornings in winter are quieter inside.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Two adult tickets | EUR 24 |
| Souvenir from gift shop | EUR 15 |
| Coffee or drink nearby | EUR 8 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 47 |
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