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Interesting for anyone who loves toys and nostalgia. Three floors. The third with temporary exhibitions. The first floor has a collection of antiques and old toys. There is a play corner for the smallest. There are several places where visitors can actively play.
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Hof van Savoye
An unassuming set of buildings on Keizerstraat that was effectively the seat of government during Mechelen's time as capital of the Netherlands. Today it houses government offices, but the interior courtyard is worth a brief visit to admire the tranquil and well-organized gardens.
Hof van Busleyden
Hieronymus of Busleyden afforded himself this eponymous Court in a rich renaissance style, making it one of the most beautiful buildings in Mechelen. Destroyed during the Second World War, it was rebuilt to house the municipal museum, which as of 2017 is undergoing refurbishment.
Sint-Janskerk
One of the 8 historic churches in Mechelen, with a notable Reubens painting/triptych "Adoration of the Magi". The painting of the crucifixion by Wauters is also very impressive.
This is the largest cinema in the Mechelen area. Movies are usually subtitled in French and Dutch.
Grote Markt
The cathedral cutting across one end and the City Hall (a ) at the opposite end, with restaurants and cafes lining the sides between the two.
Sint-Romboutskathedraal
The largest of the 8 churches in Mechelen, with a high tower (though not as high as had been planned — construction stopped early due to lack of money). Notable works of art include the carved wood pulpit from 1723, painted triptychs dating to the late 15th and early 16th centuries, and an image of "Our Lady of Miracles" which has been in the cathedral since the early 16th century. The cathedral is part of a multi-site .