Six rooms, a captivating story that completely immerses you. Not a museum, but an experience.
Book Your Time TravelAn immersive experience in the heart of Antwerp.
The Mercator Ortelius House is more than just a museum; it’s an audiovisual journey through time, taking you back to Antwerp’s Golden Age. In six monumental halls, you’ll be immersed in large-scale projections and soundscapes that bring the 16th century to life. From global trade and the brilliant cartographer Ortelius to the art of printing and the Iconoclastic Fury: here, you can truly feel the past.
Duration: 60 minutes —a perfect stop during your day trip to Antwerp
Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, and Spanish via personal audio guide
Location: Kloosterstraat 15, 2000 Antwerp— in the heart of the city.
Open: Tuesday through Sunday, first show at 10:00, last show at 17:00
Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, and Spanish via personal audio guide
Location: Kloosterstraat 15, 2000 Antwerp— in the heart of the city.
Open: Tuesday through Sunday, first show at 10:00, last show at 17:00
Six galleries, a story that surrounds you.
Your journey takes you through Antwerp’s most prosperous and turbulent period. See how goods from all over the world poured into the harbor. Listen to Ortelius, the cartographer who literally mapped the world. Feel the shockwave of the printing press and stand in the midst of the oppressive atmosphere of the Iconoclastic Fury.
All of this in a protected monument that is itself part of the story—a building that was closed to the public for decades.
Your journey takes you through Antwerp’s most prosperous and turbulent period. See how goods from all over the world poured into the harbor. Listen to Ortelius, the cartographer who literally mapped the world. Feel the shockwave of the printing press and stand in the midst of the oppressive atmosphere of the Iconoclastic Fury.
All of this in a protected monument that is itself part of the story—a building that was closed to the public for decades.
The building: a 16th-century Antwerp landmark
The Mercator Ortelius House is a rare, well-preserved city palace on Kloosterstraat, with roots dating back to 1477. It features an inner courtyard, Baroque facades, and a rich history of trade and science. Discover the beautiful halls, the surprising LEGO model of the cathedral, and the unique details of this protected monument.
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