Cartoonmuseum Basel

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Emil Ferris: Between Selves

Emil Ferris's first solo show in Europe, with original pages from My Favorite Thing is Monsters, its second volume and unpublished drawings.

Now showing4 Jul – 15 NovCHF 14

Barbara Yelin: Word to Image

First major solo show of German comics artist Barbara Yelin, with original pages, stand-alone works and magazine illustrations.

Upcoming28 Nov – 7 Mar 2027CHF 14

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Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau)

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Kunstmuseum Basel | Gegenwart

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Kunsthalle Basel

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Visitor Information

How much does Cartoonmuseum Basel cost?

Standard adult admission to Cartoonmuseum Basel is CHF 14. Students under 25: CHF 7. Children under 11 free. Free with Museums-Pass-Musée and Swiss Museum Pass.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Cartoonmuseum Basel?

Cartoonmuseum Basel is open Tuesday to Sunday 11:00 to 17:00, closed Monday. Closed for exhibition changeover 16 to 27 November 2026 and 8 to 19 March 2027. Closed 24 and 25 December 2026, 31 December 2026 and 1 January 2027. Museumsnacht on 22 January 2027 runs 18:00 to 02:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Cartoonmuseum Basel?

Cartoonmuseum Basel is located at St. Alban-Vorstadt 28, 4052 Basel, Switzerland, in the St. Alban area of Basel.

What can I see at Cartoonmuseum Basel?

Switzerland's only museum devoted to narrative drawing: comics, graphic novels, cartoons and satire, in a Herzog & de Meuron building. Current highlights include Emil Ferris: Between Selves and Barbara Yelin: Word to Image.

Do I need to book Cartoonmuseum Basel in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Cartoonmuseum Basel?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

Is Cartoonmuseum Basel accessible?

No lift, so only the ground floor is wheelchair-accessible. Register in advance at info@cartoonmuseum.ch.