About
The Antikenmuseum Basel, also known as the Museum of Ancient Art Basel, is a museum of the ancient world in the centre of Basel, Switzerland. Its address is St. Alban-Graben 5, in the 4010 postal district, a short walk from the city's old quarters and the Rhine.
What you will see
The collection brings together artifacts from several cultures of the ancient Mediterranean and the Near East. Visitors can look at:
- Ancient Egyptian objects
- Greek and Roman works
- Near Eastern artifacts
- Sculptures, pottery and decorative arts
Because the holdings span such a wide range of places and periods, the museum suits a slow, browsing visit as well as a focused one. A visitor interested in one culture can concentrate on that part of the collection, while someone curious about how these worlds connected can move between them.
Planning your visit
The museum is easy to reach on foot from the city centre, so it fits well into a day of sightseeing in Basel. If you want to confirm opening arrangements or ask a question before you go, you can call the museum on +41 61 201 12 12.
Basel itself offers plenty to pair with a museum visit: its historic old town, its riverside walks and its wide range of cafés and museums make it a good base for an unhurried afternoon. Anyone with an interest in ancient sculpture, pottery or the art of early civilisations will find the Antikenmuseum Basel a worthwhile stop.