Antwerp: Diamond & Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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?
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.
Join us for a leisurely stroll through the vibrant Jewish quarter, where you'll gain insight into the daily lives of its residents. As we meander through the streets, we'll pass by charming local shops and inviting restaurants, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of this historic neighborhood. The tour concludes at a distinct location, allowing you to fully experience Jewish daily life and leisurely make your way back to the station at your own leisure.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(10)
Very informative tour through the Jewish and Diamond district. Very knowledgeable guide. Really enjoyed it
Thoroughly enjoyed learning all the history the guide provided. He was engaging and easy to listen to!
Ari Apteker was an excellent guide! He was funny and very knowledgeable. He gets a 5, totally. I just think his tours need more than 2 hours because he is so easy to listen to and Viator should schedule him for longer tours. Thanks Ari!
Communication re meeting point and care was brilliant except Yael’s English was a little weak and the information was very limited. The information didn’t flow and I felt that we would have visited more Jewish sites and seen a little more with some more stories. But overall it’s was a lovely tour and a nice group and Yael was sweet and friendly.
The guide was very knowledgeable, he was able to provide lots of historical context to the vibrant Jewish community and culture of those residing in Antwerp
The 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.
Tina 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.
This 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.
Interesting 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.
Seeing 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.
