Mechelen cannot offer an abundance of large shopping centers, but there are many small interesting shops here. On the main city square, you will find a large Het Mechels gift shop where they sell the most popular types of souvenirs at pretty attractive prices. Tiny houses, beautiful magnets and postcards, city guides and maps with marked attractions, a large selection of Belgian chocolate and beer - everyone can choose memorable gifts to their liking here. Large panoramic postcards with city landscapes cost about 2.50 euros, and for the most beautiful magnet, you'll need to pay up to 3 euros.
Mehelen is not distinguished by an abundance of entertainment centers and children’s attractions. In any case, family recreation here will definitely not be boring. One of the primary … Open
In Mechelen, you can try a lot of interesting and original dishes, each of which has a unique history. A traditional local specialty is Mechelen Cuckoo. This is a common name for a variety … Open
There are several interesting bookstores in Mechelen, and one of the most popular among tourists is Salvator Boekhandel. Travelers are attracted by its large selection of books on national history and culture. The store also sells lovely postcards depicting city attractions for 60-80 cents. The store is dominated by books in Belgian, so tourists rarely buy fiction.
Mechelen residents are proud of their amazing history. Over hundreds of years, the city has gotten a lot of interesting symbols and traditions. One of the most interesting symbols is … Open
One of the most unusual clothing stores in town is Biba located near the main city square. It offers both men's and women's clothing, as well as a large section with children's clothes. The main attractive feature of Biba is low prices. Most of the garments presented cost customers no more than 10 euros. This will be enough for ladies to choose beautiful blouses, as well as cute baby overalls. Men can always enjoy a large selection of trousers, shirts, and various everyday clothing items. The store also has a large shoe department, but the prices in it are slightly higher than for clothes. Despite low prices, the quality of the goods available deserves the highest praise.
The starting point of most sightseeing routes is Grote Markt. This historic square is striking in its calm atmosphere, it is never too crowded here, so nothing prevents you from admiring the … Open