The most wonderful shop in town

On the edge of Wilde Zee, Antwerp's shopping district, lies In den Olifant's toy store at Lombardenstraat 12. Housed in a spacious 650 m² building, within walking distance of historic landmarks like the Grote Markt and the Cathedral of Our Lady, and nestled between the famous shopping streets of Meir and Nationalestraat, home to the Fashion Museum and renowned boutiques featuring Belgian fashion designers, you can shop for the finest children's brands any day of the week .

We would love to welcome you for A wonderful journey of discovery through the most beautiful toys for young and old, a top selection of children's books, decorations for the nursery and children's room, perfect gifts for the small and big celebrations of (young) life, and lifestyle must-haves that make your little ones shine.

Our address:

Lombardenstraat 12, 2000 Antwerp

Everyone is welcome in our shop! Our building is also accessible for wheelchair users and families with strollers.

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Opening hours

Monday: 10.00 - 18.00
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 10am - 6pm
Saturday: 10am - 6pm
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Public holidays

New Year's, January 1, 2025: Closed
Easter, April 20, 2025: Closed
Easter Monday, April 21, 2025: Closed
Labor Day, May 1, 2025: Closed
OH Ascension Day, May 29, 2025: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Pentecost, June 8, 2025: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Whit Monday, June 9, 2025: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
National Holiday, July 21, 2025: Closed
Assumption Day, August 15, 2025: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
All Saints' Day, November 1, 2025: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m
Armistice Day, November 11, 2025: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Christmas, December 25, 2025: Closed
New Year's Eve, December 31, 2025: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Cycling to In den Olifant

In den Olifant is located in the heart of Antwerp and is easily accessible by bike . Bicycle parking is available across the street in front of the Sint-Lodewijk Secondary School.

By car to In den Olifant

Coming by car ? Then it's best to park in one of the nearby parking garages, such as Interparking Lombardia, Parking Cammerpoorte, Interparking Oudaen, Parking Indigo Groenplaats, Parking Brabo, or Q-Park Antwerp Center.

Please note that In den Olifant is located in the city's low-emission zone. Since August 1, 2023, it has been prohibited to park on the street without a parking permit. Therefore, please do not park in the surrounding streets.

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By public transport to In den Olifant

The following bus lines pass through the Groenplaats: lines 22, 180, 181, 182 and 183.

From Groenplaats, it's a two-minute walk to In den Olifant. The following trams stop at the Groenplaats premetro : lines 3, 5, 9, and 15.

Arriving by train ? Upon arrival at Antwerp Central Station, take the metro and travel a few stops underground to Groenplaats.

By boat to In den Olifant

The Waterbus is also an option if you're coming to In den Olifant. It's a 10-minute walk from the pier at Steenplein. For more information, see the Waterbus website .

A super fun tip to do with kids : Park your car on the Left Bank and take the boat to Koekenstad :-)