Your visit
A concert at the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra should be a celebration from the moment you buy your ticket. It goes without saying that we want to surprise you every concert with the most beautiful classical music on stage, and we also strive for perfection in the setting.
Getting to the Queen Elisabeth Hall by train, tram and bus
Antwerp-Centraal railway station is next to the Queen Elisabeth Hall. From cities such as Brussels, Ghent, Sint-Niklaas and Lier, you can reach the concert hall in no time. The Elisabeth Hall is also easy to reach by tram and bus: numerous bus and tram lines pass through Astridplein and the nearby Rooseveltplaats, and the Diamant and Astrid metro stations are almost under the hall, so to speak. Moreover, on the day of the concert, you can travel for free by tram or bus in the province of Antwerp to the concert hall and back home.regulations/House rules
Lunch and diner
Restaurant Made in Antwerp (Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel)
- Where?
Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel
Koningin Astridplein 7
2018 Antwerp - When?
The kitchen is open daily between 12:00 and 22:00. Opening times subject to the COVID-19 regulations. - What?
On presentation of your concert ticket, you will receive a 10% discount on your meal (on the day of the concert). - Bookings?
Reservations can be made via this link.
Duke of Antwerp
- Where?
De Keyserlei 29
2018 Antwerp - When?
Open daily between 09:00 and 23:00, orders until 21:30. - What?
Symphony Menu (3 courses with different options) for € 49,90* (in stead of € 59,90*) per person. Complimentary glass of bubbles with the Luxury High Tea (from 14:00 to 17:00). Complimentary glass of bubbles with the Boulevard Breakfast (breakfast available until 11:30). - Bookings?
Book in advance. Call +32 3 201 59 89 or book online: info@dukeofantwerp.be.
Octave
- Where?
Koningin Astridplein 7
2018 Antwerp
(one minute from the Queen Elisabeth Hall) - When?
Octave is open from Wednesday to Saturday from 11:30. The concert menu is served from 17:00 onwards. Reservations on other days are possible for groups of 20 or more. - What?
Bar/Restaurant Octave offers a concert menu as a delicious start to an evening of entertainment. The starter and main course are carefully prepared by the chef with fresh ingredients and seasonal products. So that concertgoers get to the concert in time, an original and tasty chocolates-on-the-go dessert will have that covered. The menu is served starting at 17:00 for € 39 (drinks not included). A la carte options are also available. - Bookings?
Reservations can be made by phone 03 207 08 18 or via www.octaveantwerp.be
QA's Kitchen
- Where?
Koningin Astridplein 43
2018 Antwerp
(Across from the Queen Elisabeth Hall) - When?
QA's Kitchen is daily opened, from 7:00-22:00. - What?
Come and enjoy a coffee and cake or aperitif with a salt treat before or after a concert. QA's kitchen is part of Hotel Indigo Antwerp - City Centre. - Bookings?
Reservations are not required, but can be made by phone +32 3 369 59 96.
Hotels
Why not stay the night after your Antwerp Symphony Orchestra concert? You’re assured a warm welcome with one of our hotel partners: Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel and Hotel Indigo. These hotels are centrally located in Antwerp, within walking distance of the Queen Elisabeth Hall. Make it a great weekend getaway!
Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel
Antwerp Symphony package from €150 for a single room and from €170 for a double room*:
- Overnight stay in a standard room
- Extensive breakfast
- Free access to Health Center with fitness, swimming pool, sauna and steam bath
- Free parking in underground car park subject to availability
Booking via reservations.astrid.antwerp@radissonblu.com or +32 3 203 12 34
Reservation subject to availability.
More information: www.radissonblu.com
*Prices for information only; may be subject to change.
Hotel Indigo Antwerp - City Centre
Antwerp Symphony arrangement at Hotel Indigo Antwerp - City Centre:
- Overnight stay in a standard room with a 10% discount
- Extensive breakfast buffet at QA's Kitchen
- Antwerp Chocolate tasting
- Welcome drink to be enjoyed in QA's Kitchen during the stay
Booking via this booking link or via email mentioning concert Antwerp Symphony Orchestra at info@indigoantwerp.com.
More information: www.hotelindigo.com/antwerp
Accessibility
The Queen Elisabeth Hall is a completely wheelchair-friendly building. Lifts and sloping ramps ensure that everyone can easily reach the concert hall. Moreover, we always strive to provide the best possible assistance for people with disabilities at our concerts.
Are you travelling in a wheelchair?
A number of wheelchair seats are available at each concert. Would you like to reserve one? You can do so by telephone or at the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra ticket desk no later than 1 week before each concert. Reservation is compulsory for these seats. Although we do our best to give everyone a seat, the number of places is limited.
Are you travelling in a wheelchair but would like to sit in a fixed seat during the concert? Then you do not need to reserve a wheelchair space. You can (together with your companion) drive your wheelchair up to your seat (or row) and transfer to your seat. The wheelchair itself must be set up outside by the concert hall entrance door during the concert, and will be retrieved by your companion after the concert. Please notify our venue hosts on arrival if you require assistance with this.
Other frequently asked questions
How long will my concert last?
A few days before the concert, you will receive more information about the duration and any breaks by e-mail. You can also check this information at the information desk before the concert. The concert duration is always purely indicative.
Where can I consult the seating plan of the Queen Elisabeth Hall?
View the seating plan of the Queen Elisabeth Hall here:
Please note that during some concerts a modified seating plan applies.