DIVA Museum
DIVA is Antwerp's museum for diamond, jewellery and silver, located in the heart of the historic city centre. The museum tells the story of Antwerp as the world capital of diamonds and showcases a dazzling collection of gemstones, jewellery and silverware. Through interactive exhibitions, you discover the fascinating world of the diamond industry and the rich tradition of Antwerp silversmithing.
The museum is fully accessible for wheelchair users. The entrance is step-free and a lift connects all floors of the museum. The exhibition spaces are spacious and well-arranged, allowing easy movement in a wheelchair. Adapted toilets are available. Companions of visitors with disabilities receive free admission. The museum also offers audio guides and tactile elements for visually impaired visitors.
DIVA is located on Suikerrui, within walking distance of the Grote Markt and the Cathedral of Our Lady. The museum is easily accessible by public transport. Parking garages with disabled parking spaces are available nearby. After your visit, you can explore the historic streets of the Antwerp diamond quarter and enjoy the many restaurants and shops in the area.
Good to know
- Reservation
- Booking a time slot online avoids queues at the desk, especially for international visitors and on weekends. Companions of visitors with a disability receive free admission — mention this at the reservation or at the desk.
- Busy and quiet times
- Cruise ship days and summer weekends create crowds in the Diamond District and in the museum. Weekday mornings offer the calmest visit conditions for wheelchair users who want to use an audio guide without crowd pressure.
- Things to note
- The display cases sit at various heights; some smaller jewels are harder to view from a seated position — ask at the desk for the available stool for extra height if that helps. Tactile elements are provided for visitors with a visual impairment.
- Visit tip
- DIVA is within walking distance of the Grote Markt (Main Square) and the Cathedral of Our Lady — ideal for combining into a half day in central Antwerp. Allow one and a half hours for the permanent collection plus audio tour.
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