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Private Antwerp's Diamonds and Jewellery Old City Center Historic Tour

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120 minutes
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Antwerp is famous the world over for Diamonds, jewellery and Fashion, on our guided tours you will encounter the best of each of them.

In the Historical heart of Antwerp, our guide will take you to ateliers, jewellery stores and guide you through Antwerp’s jewellery and diamond heritage. You will also be able to meet some of the dedicated artisans committed to keeping the traditions of handmade jewellery alive. If you love jewellery, a tour through de Gouden Straatjes in Antwerp in is the best way to see our diamond city truly sparkle!

Do take into account that the tour takes place in the historical district were our diamond history started, they moved to the central station area in 1905 so you’ll be able to experience the history and see jewellers at work but won’t see any diamond cutters.

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Antwerp's history with diamonds and jewellery in the old city center

FromNZD $388.27Per Group

What's included in Private Antwerp's Diamonds and Jewellery Old City Center Historic Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

DIVA

Our tour starts in front of DIVA, Antwerps diamond, jewellery and silversmithing museum. Our guide will give you an introduction to Antwerp's connection with diamond and jewellery before we start our walk to discover the neighbourhood and its creative jewellers. After the tour we strongly recommend to visit DIVA as they host a range of interesting exhibits.

Admission Ticket Not Included

Grote Markt

The history of Antwerp as a diamond capital starts right here. During the annual fairs foreign merchants with flock to the city to trade and buy our gems and jewellery.

Wissel means exchange and this is the place were foreigner buyers used to exchange their money. Not all was glitter and gold, as you will find out where the word Bankrupt comes from.

Inclusions

  • Jewellery Atelier visit
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

  • The guide will meet you in front of DIVA, the museum for diamonds, jewellery and silver.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

Operator

De gouden straatjes