Fondazione Ghisla Art Collection Locarno

Modern and contemporary art foundation in Locarno, housing the Ghisla collection with masterpieces of Pop Art, Informel, Conceptual Art, Abstract Art, and New Dada from the second half of the 20th century to the present. The collection is displayed in eight rooms across three floors of a futuristic building in the city center near the tourist port.

Families and Kids

The foundation offers educational projects for all age groups, from preschool to university. Children up to 12 years accompanied by their parents enter for free. Guided tours and didactic programs are available for school groups.

Information

Visit duration: 90min
For rainy days: Yes
Free entrance: No
Price range: $$
Topic: Art
- Children experience: 👍 Child friendly
- Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 0-3
- Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 13:30-18:00 (March 22, 2026 to January 6, 2027)
Thursday: 13:30-18:00 (March 22, 2026 to January 6, 2027)
Friday: 13:30-18:00 (March 22, 2026 to January 6, 2027)
Saturday: 13:30-18:00 (March 22, 2026 to January 6, 2027)
Sunday: 13:30-18:00 (March 22, 2026 to January 6, 2027)

Admission fees

18 CHF: Adult admission
15 CHF: Senior admission
11 CHF: Student admission
0 CHF: Children up to 12 years accompanied by parents free of charge

Contact

Webpage: ghisla-art.ch
Email: info@ghisla-art.ch
Address: Via Ciseri 3, CH-6600 Locarno