At the foot of the MAS in Antwerp you will find Portopolis, a free interactive visitor centre. Here you can discover the port of Antwerp in the heart of the city. Put on a VR visor for a 360° tour and feel the port come to life! Walk across the large aeriel photograph and discover all special hotspots on offer in our port. 

Portopolis will soon be closing its doors...

Please note that after 19 April 2026, it will no longer be possible to make reservations for birthday parties or school visits.

 

In the autumn of 2026, we will be opening Havenwereld: a brand-new experience centre where you can discover the port in a whole new way. Expect surprising activities, interactive zones and a port adventure that will sweep you away.

Discover Havenwereld

Make a virtual visit to the port

Fun for the whole family. Make a virtual visit to the port: for young and old, there is something for everyone. We offer a free one-hour programme.

 

Pick up a tablet at the entrance, go with the flow and set out on a voyage of discovery. Would you rather have things explained in person? No problem! Our hosts answer all your questions and are ready to recount exciting stories, incredible anecdotes and surprising facts about the port.

Come with your class to Portopolis

Portopolis is the perfect place to discover the port in a playful and interactive way. Immerse your class in the fascinating world of the port. We offer a free one-hour programme for both elementary and high schools.

 

Any questions once you are there? Our hosts are on hand to offer advice.

Programme for elementary schools

The tour starts on the ground floor with a short introduction to our port map. We will then go on a virtual discovery of the port with a tablet & VR headset.

 

We then head to the mezzanine. This area features comprehensive information and games tailored to children. Using an illustrated wall, we will give a brief explanation of how the port works.

 

On the mezzanine, students can earn their port diploma by completing various tests. Can you stack a container yourself? Check. Can you inspect ripe bananas? Check.

Programme for high schools

High school students also start the visit with an introduction to our port map. They can then use a tablet to independently explore what Portopolis has to offer.

 

Play the locks game, test your knowledge with a quiz on sustainability and innovation and immerse yourself in the port with a VR headset.

With children to Portopolis

They can dive right into the world of the port, complete as many tasks as they can and get an official port diploma to take home with them! 

 

For example, they can interactively follow the journey that a banana, a bike helmet or a car take through the port. Will you move the products to the right warehouse? Perhaps they want to berth a big ship and load it with containers. Or find the errors in a big consignment of cars? 

Celebrate your birthday in Portopolis

Is one (or two, three...) of your children celebrating their birthday soon? Then invite their friends over for a great party at Portopolis! During an interactive game, the children come into contact with the port in a playful way.

 

Our captain and sailor are ready with a big bag full of surprises. All children go home with a port diploma to their name. Ahoy!

  • Parties take place on Wednesday or Saturday afternoons, from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
  • Reservation: at least two weeks in advance
  • Age: 6 to 10 years
  • Number of children: minimum 6, maximum 10
  • Supervision: at least one adult must be present, with a maximum of two supervisors
  • Price: €200 (incl. VAT) – payment on-site via Bancontact, before the start of the party
  • Catering:
    • Water and fruit juice are included
    • You should bring your own snacks; plates, cutlery, and napkins are provided
    • A refrigerator is available (no freezer or microwave/oven)
    • For safety reasons, candles and sparklers are not allowed
  • Invoice: available upon request – please ask in advance
Book your birthday party
Testdag Portopolis 9 december 2020
Interactief bezoekerscentrum Portopolis brengt de haven tot leven.

Planning a visit to Portopolis?

By default, Portopolis is open from Tuesday to Sunday; from 9:00 am to 12.30 pm and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Feel free to pop in spontaneously!

However, sometimes Portopolis is reserved for a birthday party or school outing and can be very busy. Therefore, check the table below so you can visit Portopolis in the best conditions.

 Ground FloorMezzanine for kids
Tuesday 03 March 2026free all dayfree all day
Wednesday 04 March 2026busy from 09h30 - 12h30free all day
Thursday 05 March 2026busy from 10h30 - 11h30 and from 13h00 - 14h00 busy from 10h30 - 11h30 and from 13h00 - 14h00 
Friday 06 March 2026busy from 14h00 - 15h00busy from 14h00 - 15h00
Saturday 07 March 2026free all dayfree all day
Sunday 08 March 2026free all dayfree all day
Monday 09 March 2026closedclosed

Contact us

Aan de voet van het MAS in Antwerpen vind je Portopolis, een gratis interactief bezoekerscentrum. Hier ontdek je de Antwerpse haven in het hart van de stad.
Portopolis Antwerp

Interactive visitor centre

Address

Hanzestedenplaats 19
B-2000 Antwerp

 

Open from Tuesday to Sunday – 9:00 to 12:30 and 13:00 to 17:00

Closed on Mondays

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