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Exterior of the Art Deco Villa Empain in Brussels

Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain

ArchitectureArtOpens 11amFrom €15Solbosch (tram 25 and 8)

Villa Empain is an Art Deco house designed by Michel Polak for Baron Louis Empain and built between 1930 and 1934. Since its restoration it has housed the Boghossian Foundation, which stages exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in its rooms. The garden has a mosaic-lined pergola and a large reflecting pool, and holds contemporary sculpture.

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Avenue Franklin Roosevelt 67, 1050 Brussels, Belgium

Nearest station: Solbosch (tram 25 and 8) and Université Libre de Bruxelles (bus 71)

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue11:00–18:00
Wed11:00–18:00
Thu11:00–18:00
Fri11:00–18:00
Sat11:00–18:00
SunToday11:00–18:00

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10 EUR for 65+, teachers, students and reduced mobility; 5 EUR for students under 26; free under 12

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How much does Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain cost?
Standard adult admission to Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain is €15. 10 EUR for 65+, teachers, students and reduced mobility; 5 EUR for students under 26; free under 12. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain?
Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain is open Tuesday to Sunday 11:00 to 18:00. Closed Mondays, 1 January and 25 December; open on other public holidays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain?
Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain is located at Avenue Franklin Roosevelt 67, 1050 Brussels, Belgium, in the Ixelles area of Brussels. The nearest stations are Solbosch (tram 25 and 8) and Université Libre de Bruxelles (bus 71).
What can I see at Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain?
An Art Deco villa from the 1930s that hosts the Boghossian Foundation's exhibitions of art and design. Current highlights include Shape of absence, Soleil Noir and Sculpture Trail (Drohme x Boghossian Foundation).
Do I need to book Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain 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 Boghossian Foundation - Villa Empain?
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.

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