Kunsthalle Basel

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Gili Tal: Light and Airy

The most comprehensive presentation to date of Gili Tal, centred on the commercial display refrigerator, with new drawings from supermarket brochures.

Now showing28 Aug – 15 NovCHF 12

Samuel Guerrero: Sol Roto

Back Wall Project: a site-specific commission turning the building's back wall into an expanded sundial, drawing on Mesoamerican timekeeping.

Now showing13 Sept – 15 Aug 2027Free

Özgür Kar: Rock Bottom

Özgür Kar's first institutional solo show in Switzerland: a new theatrical production across several rooms, mixing video, sculpture, animation and sound.

Now showing30 Oct – 24 Jan 2027CHF 12

Regionale 27: Far Reach

Works by artists from the Basel tri-border region alongside invited artists based in Bangladesh, as part of the annual Regionale.

Upcoming28 Nov – 3 Jan 2027CHF 12

Nearby

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Historisches Museum Basel (Barfüsserkirche)

Local History1 min walk

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Antikenmuseum Basel und Sammlung Ludwig

Art2 min walk

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Historisches Museum Basel - Haus zum Kirschgarten

Architecture2 min walk

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Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau)

Art3 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Kunsthalle Basel cost?

Standard adult admission to Kunsthalle Basel is CHF 12. CHF 8 reduced. Free for visitors up to 18, Museums-Pass-Musées holders and others listed on the museum's visit page. Includes S AM Swiss Architecture Museum.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Kunsthalle Basel?

Kunsthalle Basel is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 11:00-18:00; Thursday 11:00-20:30; Saturday and Sunday 11:00-17:00; closed Monday. 24 December closed; 25, 26 and 31 December and 1 January 11:00-17:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Kunsthalle Basel?

Kunsthalle Basel is located at Steinenberg 7, 4051 Basel, Switzerland, in the Altstadt Grossbasel area of Basel. The nearest stations are Bankverein, Barfüsserplatz and Theater.

What can I see at Kunsthalle Basel?

Contemporary art space in Basel's old town, with solo shows by emerging artists and a Back Wall Project facing the street. Current highlights include Gili Tal: Light and Airy, Özgür Kar: Rock Bottom and Samuel Guerrero: Sol Roto.

Do I need to book Kunsthalle 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 Kunsthalle 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.