Social events & tours
Book tours and dinners before May 8. No refunds or exchanges after this date.
Welcome reception
Monday, 22 May, 17:00 - 19:00
The welcome reception is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with peers and meet new ones. Join us for this warm social gathering.
Attendees: All registrants and their spouses/partners
Price: No Fee
Dress code: Business
Location: Hilton Antwerp Old Town
GS1 Management Board Dinner
Monday, 22 May, 19:00 - 22:00
Attendees: GS1 Management Board members, spouses/partners, invited guests only
Price: No fee
Dress code: Business
Location: Fiera Restaurant, Lange Nieuwstraat 14, 2000 Antwerpen, BE (3 min. walk from the GA venue to the restaurant)
Networking dinner and reception at Jacques
Tuesday, 23 May, 19:00 - 22:00
Jacques restaurant is a cultural gem nestled in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium. Steeped in history, this elegant establishment was once the parental home of Jacques Jordaens, a celebrated painter of the Antwerp school that included luminaries like Peter Paul Rubens and Antoon van Dyck. It's no wonder that the restaurant is named after him, paying homage to its rich heritage. Jacques restaurant is known for its impeccable classic French cuisine, which has made it a go-to spot for fine dining among both locals and tourists. The menu features a range of dishes that showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients and traditional French cooking techniques, all prepared with the utmost care by the talented team of chefs. The atmosphere at Jacques is refined yet welcoming. Join us in this beloved location for a fantastic night of networking!
18:45 : Meet at GS1 desk to walk together to venue (4 minute walk)
19.00 – 20.00 : aperitif starts
20:00 - 22.00 : dinner
22:00 ends and walk back together to the Hilton
Attendees: All GS1 delegates and partners/spouses who have registered and completed their purchase
Price: 148 EUR per person, including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Business (no tie for men)
Location: Jacques Restaurant
Networking dinner at the National Chocolate Museum
Wednesday, 24 May, 18:00 - 22:00
Join us for an unforgettable evening of indulgence as we explore the rich history and decadent flavors of Belgian chocolate. Our journey begins with a guided tour of the museum dedicated to this beloved confection, where you'll learn about the artistry and craftsmanship that goes into creating the perfect chocolate. After the tour, prepare to delight your taste buds with a sumptuous dinner featuring the finest Belgian cuisine, expertly paired. This is the perfect opportunity to network with the GS1 family and friends. Join us to experience the magic of Belgian chocolate in a truly exceptional setting!
- 17:40 | Meet at GS1 desk to walk together to the Chocolate Nation Museum (20 min. walk). Or you may take a taxi on your own (6 minute taxi ride).
- 18:00 - 19:30 | Tour and tastings
- 19:00 - 20:00 | Aperitif starts
- 20:00 - 22:00 | Dinner
- 10:00 | Walk back together to the Hilton
Attendees: All GS1 delegates and partners/spouses who registered and paid.
Price: 135 EUR per person, including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual
Location: National Chocolate Museum
Sightseeing tours
Guided tour of the Royal Museum of Antwerp (KMSKA)
Monday, 22 May, 14:00 – 16:30
The Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp (Dutch: Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten Antwerpen, KMSKA) was founded in 1810. The KMSKA is home to some of the world’s most impressive pieces of art from the fifteenth to the twentieth centuries. The enormous collection of 8,200 paintings, sculptures, drawings, and prints reflects the artistic output and tastes of art enthusiasts in Antwerp, Belgium, and the Northern and Southern Netherlands. Experience the magnificent artwork in person and allow yourself to be inspired.
TIMING
- 14h00: Meeting point at the hotel - we will take taxis together
- 14h00 - 14h30: Transfer by taxi to the KMSKA
- 14h30 - 16h00: Guided tour of the Museum with specific guides from the KMSKA
- 16h00 - 16h30: Take taxis together back to the hotel
Price: 88 EUR including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes
Meeting point: GS1 Registration desk
Antwerp, city of diamonds tour
Tuesday, 23 May, 09:30-12:00
Being an international centre of diamond trade, Antwerp has developed throughout the years, around its diamond neighbourhood. By strolling in the tight streets and alleys, you will have the opportunity to follow the historical development of this highly specialised neighbourhood, and to end by visiting its latest jewel: the Museum of Diamond (DIVA)*. Antwerp as the world centre of diamond trade - way more than just a slogan! The quality and the size of Antwerp diamonds have become a world label of quality, a synonym of a perfectly treated diamond of spotless beauty.
*About DIVA, museum for diamonds, jewellery and silver: DIVA is the museum for diamonds, jewellery and silver in Antwerp. A themed exhibition trail will take visitors on a journey through Antwerp’s diamond story, from illustrious past to awe-inspiring present. Some 600 objects from DIVA’s collection are presented in such a way that the public can engage with them in a meaningful way. Exhibition sets, soundscapes, multimedia and interactive displays bring a different story to life in each of the six themed rooms, thereby involving visitors, sustaining their interest, challenging them to unlock the deeper layers and enriching their overall experience.
TIMING
- 9h30: meeting at the hotel with the guide, walking transfer
- 10h00 – 11h30: guided tour with extra guide from DIVA
- 11h30 – 12h00: walking transfer back to the hotel
Price: 79 EUR including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes
Meeting point: GS1 Registration desk
Art Nouveau guided tour
Wednesday, 24 May, 09:30-12:30
Explore the charming streets and alleys of the Zurenborg neighbourhood: not the best known, but arguably the most beautiful part of the town, the houses and roads stemming from the Cogels-Osyleistreet will surprise and enchant your eye. Stunning Art Nouveau architectural features, surprising street art, playful façades and lots of details to be discovered. One may not joke when stating that you could spend a day just looking for details on the buildings.
TIMING
- 9h30: meeting with the guide and driver at the hotel, private bus transfer to the Zurenborg neighbourhood
- 09h50 -12h00: guided tour of the neighbourhood
- 12h00 -12h30: transfer back to the hotel
Price: 88 EUR including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes
Meeting point: GS1 Registration desk
Terms and conditions
- All tours and activities prices are in (€) Euros and changes or cancellations must be made by 8 May 2023 (end of day Brussels time). No refunds will be granted after this date
- Cancellation without penalty only in case of « force majeure » / otherwise no refund will be made
- Prices include Value Added Tax (VAT)
- Prices are calculated and guaranteed on the basis of group minimums
- Tours are subject to partnering involved suppliers and possible sanitary measures.
Social events