The Antikenmuseum Basel has the richest and most diverse collection of Egyptian art in Switzerland. The newly designed show uses the latest exhibition technology to take visitors into the mysterious land of the pharaohs in six themed areas. A children’s adventure trail invites visitors to discover and reflect on ancient Egypt and offers interesting entertainment for young and old.
Glimpse into the exhibition, Antikenmuseum Basel und Sammlung Ludwig, Ruedi Habegger Head of a Pharaoh, 2000 years BC, Antikenmuseum Basel und Sammlung Ludwig
Mo Closed | Tu 11.00 AM - 5.00 PM | We 11.00 AM - 5.00 PM | Th 11.00 AM - 10.00 PM | Fr 11.00 AM - 10.00 PM | Sa 10.00 AM - 5.00 PM | Su 10.00 AM - 5.00 PM
Institution
The Basel Museum of Ancient Art is the only Swiss museum devoted exclusively to the ancient civilizations of the Mediterranean region. The permanent exhibition contains ancient art mainly from Egyptian, Greek, Italic, Etruscan and Roman cultures. Located in the heart of the city of Basel, the museum is a place where the ancient world is regularly cast in a new light.
Admission
Adults: CHF 18 Groups: CHF 16 (10+ people) Concessions: CHF 5 Free entry: Thursday and Friday from 5 pm Audio guide: free, please bring your own mobile phone and headphones
Museums-PASS-Musées Free admission
Swiss Museum Pass Free admission
colourkey Free admission
Access
tram 1/2/15 > Kunstmuseum
Shop
Mo Closed | Tu 11.00 AM - 5.00 PM | We 11.00 AM - 5.00 PM | Th 11.00 AM - 10.00 PM | Fr 11.00 AM - 10.00 PM | Sa 10.00 AM - 5.00 PM | Su 10.00 AM - 5.00 PM
As well as plaster cast of antique sculpture from Museums all over the world, we offer books, jewellery and exclusive products made only for us.
Mo 11.00 AM - 2.00 PM | Tu 11.00 AM - 5.00 PM | We 11.00 AM - 5.00 PM | Th 11.00 AM - 10.00 PM | Fr 11.00 AM - 10.00 PM | Sa 11.00 AM - 4.00 PM | Su 11.00 AM - 4.00 PM
