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Antikenmuseum Basel and Sammlung Ludwig

The Antikenmuseum Basel und Sammlung Ludwig in Basel, Switzerland, houses the largest and most diverse collection of ancient cultural artefacts in Switzerland, spanning over 5,000 years of Mediterranean culture from Egypt, the Near East, Greece and Italy (4000 BC to 400 AD). Its permanent collection includes world-renowned Greek vases, around 600 Egyptian artefacts, oriental art from Mesopotamia and Iran, and Greek and Roman sculptures. The museum also operates the Skulpturhalle Basel, one of the world's most important collections of over 2,200 plaster casts of ancient sculptures. It regularly presents changing temporary exhibitions alongside its permanent displays.

Families and Kids

The museum offers interactive children's tours through the Egyptian and Greek vase exhibitions, with a children's course inviting playful discovery. Workshops for various age groups let children model clay, make plaster casts and explore ancient cultures, and children's birthday parties can be held at the museum for ages 7 to 10.

Information

  • Visit duration: 120min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: Yes
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History

    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes

    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

Open Tuesday and Wednesday from 11:00 to 17:00, Thursday and Friday from 11:00 to 22:00, and Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00. Closed on Mondays.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00-17:00
Wednesday
11:00-17:00
Thursday
11:00-22:00
Friday
11:00-22:00
Saturday
10:00-16:00
Sunday
10:00-16:00

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
antikenmuseumbasel.ch
Email
info@antikenmuseumbasel.ch
Address
St. Alban–Graben 5, 4010 Basel

Access

Nearby stops

  • Basel, Bankverein150 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Basel SBB
8m
Olten
37m
Bern
1h 8m
Zürich HB
1h 9m
Luzern
1h 18m

FAQ

  • Is the museum currently offering free admission?
    Yes, due to the heatwave the museum is currently offering free admission to the entire museum until further notice.
  • Are audio guides available and what do I need to bring?
    Yes, free audio tours are available (e.g. on Egypt and the masterpieces). You must bring your own smartphone and headphones, as the tours are accessed via your own device.
  • Is photography allowed in the museum?
    Photography is only permitted in the permanent collection, not in special exhibitions, and only for private use, without tripod, flash or lamps.
  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    Yes, the museum is accessible for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility. A wheelchair is available on site and can be reserved by telephone. Assistance dogs are permitted.
  • Are there guided tours available?
    Yes, the museum offers public guided tours (see the events calendar) as well as private guided tours for groups of up to 20 people, which can be booked during or outside opening hours.

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