Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau)

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Marc Bauer: Fear Rage Desire, Still Standing

Drawings by Marc Bauer in the Neubau connecting wing.

Now showing7 Mar – 2 May 2027CHF 25

New Constellations

A collection presentation in the Neubau.

Now showing13 Jun – 6 DecCHF 25

Boundless Printmaking: The Schweizerische Graphische Gesellschaft

Prints from the Swiss Graphic Society, shown in the Hauptbau graphic cabinets.

Now showing4 Aug – 29 NovCHF 25

Roy Lichtenstein: Sweet Dreams, Baby!

A Neubau retrospective of the Pop artist Roy Lichtenstein.

Now showing22 Aug – 14 Mar 2027CHF 30

Friendship, Collecting, Connoisseurship: Karl and Marianne Im Obersteg-Buess

The Basel collectors Karl and Marianne Im Obersteg-Buess and their collection, in the Hauptbau.

Now showing1 Sept – 7 Feb 2027CHF 25

Van Gogh, Hodler, and a Cabriolet: The Collector and Pioneer Gertrud Dübi-Müller

The collector and motoring pioneer Gertrud Dübi-Müller and her collection, shown in the Neubau.

Now showing19 Sept – 7 Feb 2027CHF 30

Lynda Benglis

A Neubau exhibition of work by the American artist Lynda Benglis.

Upcoming13 Mar 2027 – 1 Aug 2027CHF 25

Permanent Collections

Renée Levi: "Mira"

A long-term work by Renée Levi in the Hauptbau ground-floor small courtyard passage.

Permanent collectionCHF 25

Size Matters

A long-running collection presentation in the Hauptbau.

Permanent collectionCHF 25

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Kunsthalle Basel

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Historisches Museum Basel (Barfüsserkirche)

Local History3 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau) cost?

Standard adult admission to Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau) is CHF 25. Collection and exhibitions CHF 25; students, teenagers and KulturLegi CHF 12; children up to 12 free. Special exhibition tickets cost more (CHF 30). Free collection visits Tue, Thu, Fri 17:00-18:00, Wed 17:00-20:00 and first Sunday of the month.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau)?

Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau) is open Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday 10:00-18:00, Wednesday 10:00-20:00, closed Monday. Closed 24 December 2026; open 25, 26 and 31 December and 1 January.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau)?

Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau) is located at St. Alban-Graben 8, 4010 Basel, Switzerland, in the St. Alban area of Basel. The nearest stations are Kunstmuseum (tram 1, 2) and Basel SBB.

What can I see at Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau)?

The world's oldest public art collection, from Holbein and Witz to Picasso and Beuys, in a 1936 landmark and a 2016 extension. Current highlights include Roy Lichtenstein: Sweet Dreams, Baby!, Van Gogh, Hodler, and a Cabriolet: The Collector and Pioneer Gertrud Dübi-Müller and Friendship, Collecting, Connoisseurship: Karl and Marianne Im Obersteg-Buess.

Do I need to book Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau) 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 Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau)?

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 Kunstmuseum Basel (Hauptbau and Neubau) accessible?

Exhibition rooms are wheelchair accessible; barrier-free toilets in both buildings.