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If you’ve only got limited time to discover the highlights of Antwerp, then exploring the city with a local is the best way to do it. Avoid the stress of getting lost, and instead, set off on a well-planned route that ticks off a shortlist of landmarks—such as the Grote Markt and Antwerp City Hall. The tour is also a great way to get local food and drink recommendations.

Discover the fascinating world of Antwerp's diamond industry with Henri Keesje, a seasoned diamond trader and member of the Antwerp Diamond Bourse. Explore the famous Diamond District and uncover its rich history, traditions, and modern diamond trade. Enjoy exclusive access to a professional diamond trading office and learn how diamonds are evaluated, priced, bought, and sold. During a hands-on workshop, examine rough and polished diamonds, discover the secrets of diamond grading, and learn to assess stones like a professional trader. Highlights: Explore Antwerp's historic Diamond District. Visit the prestigious Antwerp Diamond Bourse. Learn directly from an experienced diamond trader. Handle and evaluate real diamonds. Discover the journey from mine to market. Receive a brilliant surprise at the end! Duration: 2.5 hours Age: 9+ Small groups for a personal experience.

Getting an overview of Antwerp’s sights on your own can be time-consuming when you don’t know your way around. Avoid the research and see and learn more in less time than if exploring alone on this private walking tour. Follow your guide to must-sees such as Rubens House, Grote Markt, and Butchers’ Hall; enjoy time to ask personal questions on Antwerp’s history, and get tips to inform your later sightseeing.

Learn about the history of Antwerp’s renowned jewelry-making industry—and meet with the city’s current designers—during this private two-hour tour. Hear where the word “bankrupt” comes from, learn about Saint Paul’s Church’s well-stocked diamond treasury, and get a chance to enter the private ateliers of contemporary designers and enjoy personalized meet-and-greets.

See a different side to Antwerp on this private night tour of the city, ideal for visitors with limited time in the region. Watch as the city comes to life at night, visit nightlife hotspots you might otherwise have overlooked, and listen to your guide’s stories and fun facts about Antwerp you wouldn’t hear if exploring independently.

Visit Antwerp’s lesser-known sites at night—without the worry of getting lost—on this guided walking tour. Instead of showcasing the city’s predictable tourist hotspots, this tour tells you more about the city’s darker side, and stories that don’t feature on traditional walking tours. Along the way, hear about medieval legends, the dark side of the diamond trade, the secrets of the Red Light District, and stories linked to a former prison.

The beautiful city of Antwerp is home to medieval guild houses, baroque churches, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and atmospheric squares. Instead of studying a map, this tour is a shortcut to discovering the city’s top landmarks and the hidden stories behind them. Along the way, stroll past the former home of painter Rubens, see a place nicknamed the ‘world’s first Wall Street’, and discover the city’s best preserved medieval alleyway.