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Opening hours for Kunstmuseum Basel

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Whether you are visiting for the Renaissance masterpieces in the Hauptbau or the modern works in the Neubau, it is essential to check the latest opening times before you travel. Operating hours may vary due to holidays or special exhibition changes. Please verify the current schedule through official channels to ensure a smooth visit to these world-renowned galleries.

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Kunstmuseum Basel – Hauptbau and Neubau opening hours today and weekly schedule

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Check museum opening hours for Kunstmuseum Basel – Hauptbau and Neubau, including today opening status, regular weekly opening times, and special date overrides such as holiday closures. Use this section to plan visit timing, avoid closed periods, and confirm the next available opening window before arrival.

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Next opening: Tue, Sep 15 at 10:00.

Today

Next opening: Tue, Sep 15 at 10:00

Timezone: Europe/Zurich

Regular weekly opening hours

MondayClosed

Tuesday10:00–18:00

Wednesday10:00–20:00

Thursday10:00–18:00

Friday10:00–18:00

Saturday10:00–18:00

Sunday10:00–18:00

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Special opening-hours dates

Dec 2310:00–18:00

Special opening

Dec 24Closed all day

Christmas Eve

Dec 2510:00–18:00

Christmas Day

Dec 2610:00–18:00

Boxing Day

Dec 3110:00–18:00

New Year's Eve

Jan 110:00–18:00

New Year's Day

Museum opening hours FAQ: today schedule, weekly timetable, and holiday closure guidance

Essential answers about opening times, last entry, and temporary closure updates

Read key museum opening-hours FAQ answers, including today opening times, weekly schedules, public-holiday changes, and temporary closures. Use this section to confirm visit timing and avoid arriving outside open hours.

What are the opening hours of Kunstmuseum Basel Hauptbau and Neubau?

Kunstmuseum Basel Hauptbau and Neubau is open from Tuesday to Sunday between 10:00 and 18:00, with extended visiting hours until 20:00 on Wednesdays. The venue is closed on Mondays.

Kunstmuseum Basel Hauptbau and Neubau opening hours on weekends

On Saturdays and Sundays, Kunstmuseum Basel Hauptbau and Neubau is open from 10:00 to 18:00.

Is Kunstmuseum Basel Hauptbau and Neubau open on Mondays?

No, Kunstmuseum Basel Hauptbau and Neubau is closed on Mondays.

What time does Kunstmuseum Basel Hauptbau and Neubau close?

Kunstmuseum Basel Hauptbau and Neubau closes at 18:00 on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and closes at 20:00 on Wednesdays.

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