The true diamond city in Europe and even the world? That's Antwerp, of course. Every diamond sold in the world has probably been to Antwerp at least once. Head into the city and discover all there is to know about the intimate and ancient relationship between diamonds and Antwerp.

The wonderful world of DIVA

Step inside the enchanting universe of DIVA, the museum of diamonds, jewellery and silver in the Suikerrui. Dive into the history of Antwerp as a centuries-old diamond capital city. Discover how diamond dealers transform rough stones into beautiful objects. Marvel at exquisite jewellery, diamonds, and silver objects along the way. A must for anyone who wants to know more about diamonds.

Visitors around the glass showcases at the diamond museum

Visitors at the diamond museum walking through the vault's large portal

Embark on the diamond and jewellery tour yourself

A journey of discovery through Antwerp? It very often starts at Het Steen, and today more than ever, because the renovated building is a must-see. Enquire in the Visitor Centre about the diamond and jewellery tour (available in Dutch and English) and you will receive a free handy walking map of this audio tour. Plug in your earphones, follow the route through the city and listen to fascinating stories about diamonds and jewellery along the way.

Tip: you can also find the map and the audio fragments on the DIVA website.

Discover the connection between Antwerp, fashion and jewellery

Keen to know more about contemporary jewellery design? Then this guided walk The Golden Streets will be right up your street. Go out and about in the Fashion district and listen to the guide, who will tell you the connection between Antwerp, fashion and jewellery. On your way, you will pass establishments such as Wouters & Hendrix, Nico Taeymans and Nadine Wijnants, names that will ring a bell in the worlds of both fashion and jewellery. Do you prefer to go it alone? Pick up the map with the route from the Visitor Centre in Het Steen, or download the map here.

Explore the Diamond district with a guide

These days, the Diamond district is located in the area around Centraal Station. It is a mysterious neighbourhood, and you can sense that there is lots going on behind the scenes. A guided walk with a specialist is therefore the best way to get an insight into this fascinating universe. You can find out everything about Antwerp's diamond activities, while watching the discussions and negotiations between traders of many different nationalities all around you. Gather a group of friends and/ or family and book the ‘Diamond Square Mile’ walking tour.

View from the corner of the Antwerp Or building

People walk through the diamond district

Looking for a beautiful jewel?

Did your explorations inspire you to buy a diamond or piece of jewellery for yourself or a loved one? Then Antwerp is naturally the place to be. Tip: buy your diamond from a jeweller with Antwerp’s Most Brilliant label. This is the quality label used by the city of Antwerp and the World Diamond Centre and it provides a guarantee that the jeweller shines in its sustainability, safety, transparency and more. Spanning artistic designs by Wouters & Hendrix, minimalistic creations by Rembrandt Jordan right down to unique pieces by Gerhild Kirchner: the range is really diverse. See all information about Antwerp's Most Brilliant and be inspired by the jewellers' collection.