Accessibility
Our historic opera houses are an asset in terms of their setting and splendour. But old monuments also have a downside. Centuries ago, people did not really think about accessibility for wheelchair users. The architects left little room for adaptation. But we do our utmost to ensure that wheelchair users can enjoy our performances to the full.
ACCESSIBILITY OF THE HALLS
OPERA ANTWERP
In Opera Antwerp, you can take the elevator up to the 2nd Amphitheater. The easiest way to the elevator is through the Box Office.
If you want to avoid stairs completely, you can take seats in the auditorium without having to navigate any stairs on the following rows:
- 1st center balcony, row 3
- 1st side balcony, row 3
- 2nd balcony, row 2
- 3rd balcony, row 2
- 1st Amphitheater, row 1
- 2nd Amphitheater, row 2
OPERA GENT
In Opera Gent, the elevator only goes up to the level of the first balcony, where the foyer and salons are located. If you have limited mobility, seats on the parterre or the first balcony are always the best option.
REDUCTION RATE
Our wheelchair spaces are available at a 50% discount on the standard price. Special wheelchair spaces are provided on the parterre for opera and ballet performances. If an accompanying person is required, the same discount applies. Tickets at this rate can only be ordered by phone or on site via the box office and upon presentation of an official certificate. We also ask that you mention when booking if we need to provide special assistance. The rate is never retroactive (we ask you to mention the discount when ordering).
Guide dogs are welcome, but we ask people with guide dogs to order tickets through the box office and to inform our staff.