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Museo d'arte della Svizzera italiana

The Museo d'arte della Svizzera italiana (MASI) in Lugano, Switzerland, is an art museum presenting the visual arts of Ticino and modern and contemporary art. Its collections reflect the evolution of visual arts in Ticino from the 19th century, shaped by regional artists as well as artists, collectors and scholars who adopted Ticino as their home. The museum is spread across two exhibition venues in Lugano, the LAC and Palazzo Reali, and hosts changing temporary exhibitions alongside its permanent collection.

Information

  • Visit duration: 120min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: Art

Opening hours

Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:00 to 18:00, Thursday from 11:00 to 20:00, and Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 10:00 to 18:00. Closed on Mondays.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00-18:00
Wednesday
11:00-18:00
Thursday
11:00-20:00
Friday
11:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-18:00
Sunday
10:00-18:00

Contact

Webpage
masilugano.ch
Email
info@masilugano.ch
Address
6900 Lugano

Access

Nearby stops

  • Lugano, Belvedere100 meters walking distance
  • Lugano FLP1000 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Lugano
17m
Bellinzona
22m
Locarno
40m
Zug
1h 36m
Luzern
1h 46m

FAQ

  • Is admission free on the first Thursday of the month?
    Yes, admission to the museum is free on the first Thursday of each month from 6 pm to 8 pm.
  • Does the MASI offer a membership programme?
    Yes, the MASI Membership offers unlimited access to all exhibitions at the LAC and Palazzo Reali venues throughout the year, along with exclusive events and discounts. Membership options include Member, Couple and Junior member for ages 16-25.
  • Where are the MASI exhibition venues located in Lugano?
    The MASI has two exhibition venues in Lugano: the LAC at Piazza Bernardino Luini 6 and Palazzo Reali at Via Canova 10.
  • Are guided tours available at the MASI?
    Yes, the MASI offers guided tours, including free guided tours in Italian and French on certain dates. Booking is required for these tours.