Antwerp: Diamond & Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the way of life of the Jewish community in Antwerp on a 2-hour walking tour. Uncover the history of the Jewish district and the Diamond district with a guide.
Meet your guide at the Central Train Station and set off on a journey to unravel the unique history and vibrant present of Antwerp’s Jewish enclave. Learn about the Jewish community in Antwerp, which is estimated to be one of the largest in Europe, with a population ranging from 20,000 to 25,000 individuals.
See the Diamond district and learn about the Jewish community's influence on the city.Explore the historical nuances of this community and finish at the Monument to the Deported Citizens of Antwerp.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Antwerpen-Centraal
Our journey begins at the central station, near the charming old staircase. Here, you'll delve into the history of this exquisite piece of railway architecture and its connection to the Jewish District, dating back to the early 1900s. Fun fact: did you know that Newsweek Magazine once ranked this station as the fourth most beautiful train station in the world?
Diamond District
Embark on a stroll through the interesting Diamond District of Antwerp. While it may not immediately captivate the eye, this bustling district serves as the epicenter for the trade of over 80% of the world's rough diamonds.
What‘s Included
Expert Guide
Bottled water
We do not enter any synagogues during the tour.
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Antwerp: Diamond & Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very interesting tour
mariabM4657LM,,Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The sympathetic young lady who accompanied the tour of the Diamen and Jewish Quarter was just great. She has enormous knowledge and we were enthusiastic about leadership.
Tour of Diamond District and Jewish District
nancy s,,Sep 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Tina provided an excellent overview of the history of the Diamond District and thorough tour of the Diamond District and the Jewish areas surrounding the Diamond District. I was able to enter the Portuguese Synagogue during the tour and we visited two Kosher bakeries and a few Judaic shoos. Tina is an excellent and informative guide. I really enjoyed this tour.
Three Stops including the Jewish Quarter
Lorys S,,Jul 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00This tour included three stops: the railroad station, the diamond district and the Jewish quarter. The first part of the tour was certainly not a Jewish tour as compared to the end. We visited a community center, two bakeries, a deli, a Judaica store and a Holocaust monument. Out of the 10 of us, we (two couples) were the only Jewish people who knew more than the guide. We were happy to relate some honest information on our laws and customs. The guide was very nice and understanding; I believe she realized she was out of her element by reading her notes from a book.
Walk
GScherphof,,Jul 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Interesting to hear more about, the Guide knew a lot about the background of the station the diamond quarter and the Jewish quarter. Very pricey€ 40 pp.
Informative and well worth the time.
Barry W,,Jun 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Seeing the architecture of the Central Station. The knowledge of our tour leader. Observing the old world conditions and culture being followed by the ultra orthodox.
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