Cirque du Soleil Christmas Show Package | Golden Seats | Sun | 2:30 PM

Sapphire House Antwerp

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A magical Cirque du Soleil experience for two | ‘Twas The Night Before... | Golden Seats | Performance starts at 2:30 PM

Combine the magic of Cirque du Soleil with an exclusive stay at the 5-star Sapphire House Antwerp and enjoy a special city break in Antwerp together. A festive package combining spectacular theatre, historic grandeur and five-star luxury for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the city.

‘Twas The Night Before...’ is Cirque du Soleil’s first Christmas production, inspired by Clement Clarke Moore’s classic poem A Visit from St. Nicholas. With Cirque du Soleil’s signature creativity and artistic perfection, it is a captivating show full of wonder, humour and emotion.

The magic begins at 2:30 PM. Let yourself be swept away into an imaginative world full of spectacular acrobatics, breathtaking aerial acts, impressive choreography and stunning costumes, accompanied by a surprising soundtrack featuring well-known Christmas classics. The show lasts approximately 85 minutes and is performed without an interval.

After the show, you’ll have plenty of time to head to Sapphire House Antwerp. From 3:00 PM, you can check in at the 5-star Sapphire House Antwerp, stylishly situated in the historic heart of Antwerp. Of course, if you wish, you can leave your luggage at the hotel earlier, so that you can enjoy the city to the full.

At 7:00 PM, the next highlight of the programme awaits: a delicious three-course dinner at Sapphire Bistro. Enjoy a refined culinary evening in a stylish setting that perfectly complements the hotel’s luxurious ambience. Afterwards, you’ll return to your modern double room for a relaxing night’s stay.

After a day full of experiences, a comfortable night’s stay at the hotel awaits. The modern rooms offer all the peace and quiet you need to unwind after the show and your day in Antwerp. The next morning, a generous breakfast buffet will be waiting for you, so you can start the new day feeling refreshed.

Complete the magic of Cirque du Soleil with a stay full of luxury and culinary delights at Sapphire House Antwerp. A unique combination of entertainment, gastronomy and five-star comfort in the heart of charming Antwerp.

Experience Programme:

2:30 PM – Cirque du Soleil – ‘Twas The Night Before… at the Stadsschouwburg Antwerp
From 3:00 PM – Check-in at the 5* Sapphire House Antwerp (early luggage drop-off is available)
7:00 PM – 3-course dinner at Sapphire Bistro
Overnight stay in a modern double room
Extensive breakfast buffet in the morning
Relaxation in the gym
Check-out by 12:00 PM
You will receive the tickets separately by email no later than 1 week before arrival

How to get to the Stadsschouwburg Antwerp
Have you already left your luggage at Sapphire House Antwerp before the performance? If so, you can easily reach the Stadsschouwburg Antwerp on foot. From the hotel, it’s about a 15-minute walk to the Stadsschouwburg, allowing you to take in a bit of Antwerp city centre along the way.

Prefer to use public transport? That’s also an option, thanks to the nearby tram and bus stops. We recommend setting off well before the performance begins and checking the latest route shortly before departure using De Lijn’s journey planner.

Additional hotel information
Sapphire House Antwerp is an elegant 5-star hotel in the historic heart of Antwerp, housed in a unique building steeped in history. Behind the characterful façade lies a stylish interior where historic details and contemporary luxury come together. Thanks to its central location, you’ll be staying a short distance from the Meir, the Grote Markt and other highlights of the city. An exclusive base for a special city break in Antwerp.

Lange Nieuwstraat 20-24, AntwerpenView on map

Highlights

Golden Seats

Cirque du Soleil’s Very First Christmas Production

Stadsschouwburg Antwerpen nearby: approx. 10–15 min. by public transport

Exclusively curated for ViaLuxury

Incl. 3-course dinner

Including a Luxury Breakfast Buffet

This package for 2 persons includes the following:

✓ Cirque du Soleil Christmas Show | Golden Seats | Performance Starts at 2:30 PM

Be enchanted by the magic of Cirque du Soleil’s Christmas Show – 'Twas The Night Before... with Golden Seats. Experience this captivating performance at 2:30 PM at Stadsschouwburg Antwerpen, just a short distance from Sapphire House Antwerp. Immerse yourself in an imaginative world filled with spectacular acrobatics, breathtaking aerial acts, impressive choreography and beautiful costumes, accompanied by a surprising soundtrack featuring well-known Christmas classics. The performance lasts approximately 85 minutes and is performed without an intermission.

✓ 3-Course dinner | from 7:00 PM

After the magic of Cirque du Soleil – ‘Twas The Night Before..., it’s time to continue the experience with a culinary treat. Take a seat at Sapphire Bistro for a refined 3-course dinner, served in the elegant and inviting ambience of the hotel. Be surprised by flavourful dishes and enjoy a relaxed culinary evening together. A stylish conclusion to a special day filled with spectacle and wonder in Antwerp.

✓ 1 x Overnight stay

Enjoy a luxurious overnight stay in the stylish Emerald Room at the 5-star Sapphire House Antwerp. The room combines historic charm with contemporary elegance and features a comfortable king-size bed or two separate beds. A wonderful place to unwind after a special day in Antwerp and enjoy five-star comfort.

✓ Extensive breakfast buffet

Start the day in style with a refined breakfast buffet, featuring a wide selection of fresh and carefully prepared delights. Enjoy freshly baked bread rolls, delicious savoury and sweet specialities, fresh fruit and flavourful hot dishes, accompanied by coffee, tea and refreshing juices. A relaxed and delicious way to start the day.

✓ Use of fitness facilities

Stay active during your stay and make use of the modern fitness facilities. Work out at your own pace with a range of high-quality fitness equipment and start the day feeling energised or end it with an invigorating workout.

Hotel facilities

Restaurant - Bar

Paid-parking- Q-Park Handelsbeurs is located directly beneath the hotel. Parking is available from €32 per day.

Pets are welcome (on request).- Cost: €45 per night.

The hotel is handicapped accessible

Fitness Facilities

Charging stations available (reservation not possible)

Tips nearby

5 fun outings near Sapphire House Antwerp

Antwerp

Antwerp is a mix of historic buildings, Belgian conviviality and rich array of museums. With the port city's raw edge, it offers something for everyone!

Stadsschouwburg Antwerpen

Located in the heart of the lively Theaterplein, Stadsschouwburg Antwerpen is one of the city’s best-known theatres. Its varied programme includes musicals, shows, concerts, and other special performances. Combine your visit with a drink or dinner nearby and enjoy a wonderful evening out in Antwerp.

ZOO Antwerp

In the heart of the city, and located opposite the Radisson Blu Astrid hotel, discover ZOO Antwerp, the most beautiful and oldest 19th century zoo in the world! The zoo's beautiful characterful buildings and garden are protected as monuments and heritage sites. It is an oasis of calm in the heart of the city, just next to the Central Station. Set aside half a day for a visit, as there is plenty to see and do. Penguins in Vriesland, elephants and giraffes in a unique Egyptian temple and hippos in the pink villa: you can admire more than 950 species and over 5,000 animals here.

Plantin-Moretus Museum

This museum, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a fascinating insight into the history of printing and Antwerp's role as a printing center of Europe. The 16th-century printing house and its magnificent interior are must-sees for culture and history enthusiasts. Visitors can marvel at original printing presses, historical books, and a beautiful courtyard, gaining insight into the evolution of typography and the printing house's influence on the Renaissance and the Enlightenment.

The Koninck Brewery

This historic brewery offers tours of the brewing process and Antwerp's rich beer history. Conclude with a tasting of artisanal beers, including the famous Bolleke. The interactive tour introduces visitors to the various ingredients and techniques that create unique flavors. The brewery also features a charming bar and a shop where you can purchase your favorite beers.

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I want to cancel a package
You can cancel your booking within the cancellation period, in which case you will receive a refund of the package amount and a voucher for the booking fee. You will find the cancellation deadline in the third step of the booking process. Via the 'cancel booking' button in the booking confirmation e-mail, you can cancel the booking yourself if you are still within the cancellation period.

Nearly all our packages can be cancelled up to 24 hours before the day of arrival. However, for some packages this is 48 or 72 hours before the day of arrival. The time of arrival does not matter for the cancellation period.

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Great that you want to book multiple arrangements! That is certainly possible. An arrangement is for 2 people. In the second step of the booking process, you can add as many rooms to your booking as are available.

Each room you add is essentially an extra arrangement for two people.

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Great that you want to book multiple packages! That is indeed possible. In the second step of the booking process, you can add as many rooms to your booking as are available.

Each room you add is essentially an additional package for two people.

How can I change the date of my booking? +

It is unfortunately not possible to change a booking (date). You must first cancel the existing booking via the 'cancel' button. You will find this button in the e-mail with the booking confirmation, which you received immediately after payment of your reservation. Can't find it? Check your junk mail and/or spam to be sure.

I want to stay longer +

If you want to book an extra night you can, provided that we also offer the corresponding package for 1 night, book consecutively to your other booking. The same applies if you want to book two additional nights. If we do not offer the package for one night on the site, you can do this through the hotel. You pay the normal hotel rate. So unfortunately not with our valid discount.

For Room only bookings it is advisable to check availability via the website. It is however necessary to make a new booking.

I want to customize the package +

It is not possible to adjust the package. However, there are a number of extras that can be booked during the booking process. The package cannot be changed in terms of duration and content. If you want to come with more than two people, you can add extra packages in the second step of the booking process.

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