Parking Red Star Line Museum, Antwerp

Parking Red Star Line Museum with Mobypark: book a private spot before you arrive

Parking Red Star Line Museum is easiest when you don’t have to circle for an available space. Mobypark lets you book private parking in places owners don’t actively use (think hotel parking, office-building spaces, private driveways, or unused garage spots), so you arrive with a reserved place instead of betting on street availability.

This is especially useful around the museum area on busy days, when on-street spaces can fill up quickly. Pre-booking also helps you cut down driving time inside Antwerp’s busiest central streets.

Where to park near the museum (street and nearby garages)

For car parking near the Red Star Line Museum, you’ll mainly see a mix of on-street parking and underground paid car parks:

• Montevideostraat: a pay underground car park is right next to the museum.
• On-street in the vicinity: paid on-street parking is available, but not all days follow the same rules.
• Godefriduskaai underground car park: another paid underground option a short walk away.

If you’re parking with mobility needs, there are designated spaces near the museum in Montevideostraat and one space near the corner at Rijnkaai (behind the corner).

On-street parking rules: what to expect near Montevideostraat

On-street parking around the museum is generally paid—but the museum’s guidance notes it’s paid except on Sundays and public holidays. That means a quick Sunday/public-holiday stop may be easier than a weekday arrival, while weekdays can require more patience (and more careful checking of signs).

If your plan is tied to a specific arrival time, a practical alternative is to compare reserved options on Mobypark so you’re not relying on finding a suitable street spot at the last minute.

Driving rules matter too: Antwerp’s low emission zone

Antwerp’s city centre (and Linkeroever/left bank) is a low emission zone. Before you drive in, check whether your vehicle meets the entry conditions. If you have a foreign plate (except Dutch plates) and you meet the conditions, you must do a free one-time registration—you can register up to 24 hours after entering.

Because you may need to plan your approach, pre-booking parking (including private spaces on Mobypark) can reduce the time you spend looking for a spot while you’re already in the zone.

Pick the right parking duration for your visit

The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00–17:00 (with some exceptional closing times on specific dates). Many visits are around 1.5 hours, so it’s usually smarter to choose a parking time window that covers your full entry-to-exit plan—rather than underestimating and extending at the last minute.

On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, the museum can be busier due to school visits. If you prefer not to adjust your plan based on availability, it’s worth comparing time options on Mobypark so you can park with certainty.

Compare costs: paid public parking vs reserved private spots

Nearby garages and paid car parks can be convenient, but the price per day can rise when demand is high. Pre-booked private parking on Mobypark can often work out up to 60% cheaper than some nearby paid garages, depending on the day and duration—while still giving you reserved access so you don’t lose time hunting for parking.

Use the Mobypark search bar with your dates to compare options for the exact time you’ll arrive at the Red Star Line Museum.