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Museum Rietberg

The Museum Rietberg in Zurich, Switzerland, is the only museum for the art of the world in Switzerland and one of the country's largest art museums. Its internationally renowned collections comprise significant works from Africa, the Americas, Asia and Oceania, including Indian miniature painting, Chinese ceramics and Buddhist art from the Himalayas. The museum presents the art of traditional as well as contemporary cultures and offers a varied programme of guided tours, workshops, concerts and tea ceremonies. In addition to the permanent collections, the house regularly shows changing special exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The Museum Rietberg offers families a varied programme with family tours, children's and family workshops, the open workshop as well as offers such as 'Art for the youngest' and a museum rally. Children and young people up to 15 years of age have free admission.

Information

  • Visit duration: 120min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Art
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Interactive exhibits

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, on Thursdays until 20:00; closed on Mondays.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-17:00
Wednesday
10:00-17:00
Thursday
10:00-20:00
Friday
10:00-17:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
10:00-17:00

Admission fees

14 CHF
Adult admission
0 CHF
Children and young people up to and including 15 years of age have free admission.
12 CHF
Reduced admission for students at universities and colleges as well as apprentices.
12 CHF
Reduced admission for AHV/IV (old-age and disability insurance) recipients.
12 CHF
Reduced admission for groups of students from Switzerland and abroad, including the teacher and two accompanying persons.

Contact

Webpage
rietberg.ch
Email
museum.rietberg@zuerich.ch
Address
Gablerstrasse 15, 8002 Zürich

Access

Nearby stops

  • Zürich, Hügelstrasse300 meters walking distance
  • Zürich, Museum Rietberg350 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
10m
Zug
35m
Olten
48m
Luzern
1h 0m
St. Gallen
1h 10m

FAQ

  • Is there a café and a shop at the Museum Rietberg?
    Yes, the café in the former greenhouse of Villa Wesendonck offers homemade dishes and small meals, in summer also in the courtyard. The museum shop offers a hand-picked selection of jewellery, ceramics, books and exhibition-related items.
  • Is the Museum Rietberg accessible for people with disabilities?
    All buildings are barrier-free and wheelchair accessible, with the exception of the Remise. Wheelchairs are available in the main building, and lifts provide access to all levels. Accessible toilets are available in all buildings.
  • Does the Museum Rietberg offer guided tours?
    Yes, the museum offers public and private guided tours of the special exhibitions and collections, including family tours and tours for school classes. No online registration is required for public tours; tickets are available at the ticket desk on the day of the event.
  • Are there offers for children and families at the Museum Rietberg?
    Yes, the museum offers a varied programme for families, including family tours, children's and family workshops, the open workshop as well as offers such as 'Art for the youngest' and a museum rally.
  • How do I reach the Museum Rietberg by public transport?
    The museum can be reached by tram 7 to the 'Museum Rietberg' stop (5 minutes on foot), by S-Bahn to Enge station (10 minutes on foot) or by bus 72 to the 'Hügelstrasse' stop (6 minutes on foot). There are no public parking spaces at the museum.