St Paul's Church (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is St Paul's Church?
What makes it 70% Kids-Friendly: Children enter free, receive age-specific photo-quiz sheets, and can roam the outdoor Calvary statues, yet the visit stays short and quiet to avoid boredom, so suitability is good but not perfect.
Positives:
- Free entry for kids: All visitors under 19 enter free, saving on family costs.
- Stroller-friendly access: Level entry and ramps make it easy to bring a stroller inside.
Challenges:
- Quiet interior: Children need to speak softly inside the church to respect other visitors.
- No on-site café: There is no café; bring small snacks and water for kids.
What is St Paul's Church?
- A late Gothic Roman Catholic church built in 1571, crowned by a Baroque tower added after the 1679 fire
- A three-hectare architectural ensemble anchored by a soaring black-and-white marble high altar, the tallest in Belgium
- Home to over sixty seventeenth-century paintings and more than two hundred statues by Antwerp masters such as Rubens, Van Dyck and Jordaens
What is so special about St Paul's Church for with kids?
- Free, age-tailored photo-quizzes with prize rewards
- Explore 63 Baroque statues in the Calvary Garden
- Discover Belgium’s tallest black-and-white marble altar
- Admire over 60 paintings by Rubens and Van Dyck
- Children under 19 enter free, reducing family ticket costs
- Level access and public toilets on site
Recommended visit duration: 0.5-1 hour
Why 0.5-1 hour visit duration is ideal for with kids: Short visits suit young children’s attention spans and cover key highlights.
Kids-Friendly Activities in St Paul's Church
Kids’ photo-quiz:
Pick up a free quiz sheet for ages 3–12 at reception.
Tip: Ask staff for the dog, lion or instrument hunt to earn a small prize.
Calvary Garden statue hunt:
Explore 63 life-size Baroque statues outside.
Tip: Let children spot their favorite figures and count them aloud.
Marble altar spotlight:
See Belgium’s tallest black-and-white marble altar.
Tip: Challenge kids to count the marble steps leading to the altar.
Child-friendly guided tour:
Request a volunteer-led tour tailored for families.
Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early at the entrance to join the next session.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to St Paul's Church
- Visit on free Tuesdays: Plan your trip for the first Tuesday of the month (April–October) for free admission.
- Book quiz early: Get the photo-quiz sheet as soon as you arrive to keep kids engaged throughout.
Reviews of St Paul's Church
Oksana Vozniuk
Definitely worth to visit! Antique atmosphere like in Den Brown books. There are original Rubens and other famous paintings.
K
Beautiful! It’s a must! A hidden treasure.
Samir Alchaar
You will lose a lot of you don’t come over and enjoy this beautiful 😍 church
Graham Short
The exterior piece of “sculpture” adjoining the side of the church is quite something, the idea was to bring ‘Jerusalem’ to the faithful in Antwerp. The garden is worth asking the guides about. The inside is ornate from the row of confessionals to the pulpit, with many works of art on the walls.
David Peter Fernandes
Such a beautiful church Had a chance to hear the easter Mass Since i was in Antwerp during Easter Maintenance work was on one side of the church, but still such beautiful wood work and a very well maintained church with a beautiful holy service during easter..a beautiful experience of the holy communion and baptism together Also theres a hallway with paintings
When is the best time to visit St Paul's Church (Antwerp, Belgium)?
From December 19 to January 4, pick up a free Nativity map and hunt for the hidden ox and donkey figures.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult admission (€5 each ×2) | EUR 10 |
| Children admission (<19) | EUR 0 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 10 |
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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Address: Sint-Paulusstraat 22, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
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