Stadsfeestzaal

The Stadsfeestzaal, the festival hall turned gallery of Antwerp

On the Meir, the Stadsfeestzaal is an emblematic monument of Antwerp, whose sumptuous interior really deserves to be entered, and it is free. A former municipal festival hall converted, it now houses an elegant shopping gallery. The Antwerp audio-guided tour stops here to reveal a spectacular decor behind a discreet façade.

From a festival hall to a gallery

Located on the famous shopping artery of the Meir, the Stadsfeestzaal was first the city's great festival hall. After a fire that had severely damaged it, it was restored and converted into a shopping gallery, while keeping its original decor of marble, gilding and a vast glazed dome. It illustrates Antwerp's ability to reinvent its heritage.

What to see

The interior is the great asset of the place: marble, gilding and a huge glazed dome make up a decor worthy of a palace, open free of charge to visitors. People come to admire the architecture as much as to shop, in a hushed atmosphere. It is a surprising stop in the heart of the Meir, where shopping rubs shoulders with the splendour of yesteryear.

Practical information

The Stadsfeestzaal lies on the Meir, in the centre of Antwerp, reachable on foot and by metro. Access to the building and its gallery is free, during the shops' opening hours, which vary by day. Mostly on the level, it is easy to access; it is an ideal visit to combine with a walk on the Meir.

What is the Stadsfeestzaal of Antwerp?

It is a former municipal festival hall, on the Meir, converted into a shopping gallery, famous for its sumptuous decor of marble, gilding and glazed dome.

Is entry to the Stadsfeestzaal free?

Yes, access to the building and its gallery is free, during the shops' opening hours, which vary by day.