About
The Kunstmuseum Basel, also known as the Museum of Fine Arts Basel, is one of the oldest public art collections in the world. Its holdings span the 15th century to contemporary art, so a single visit can move from late medieval painting to work made in recent years.
The museum is located at St. Alban-Graben 16 in Basel, Switzerland. Its collection includes masterpieces by Hans Holbein, Pablo Picasso and Paul Klee, names that give visitors a clear sense of the range on display.
What a visit offers
- A long timeline: works from the 15th century onward, set side by side with contemporary art.
- Well-known artists: Holbein, Picasso and Klee are among the collection's highlights.
- A historic public collection: its age reflects a long tradition of collecting for the public in the city.
Planning your trip
The museum suits anyone interested in painting and art history, whether you want to trace how styles changed over five centuries or to focus on a favourite modern artist. Basel itself is a compact city on the Rhine, so the museum fits easily into a day of walking through the old town and the riverside. For opening hours, ticket prices and any current exhibitions, call the museum directly on +41 61 206 62 62 before you travel.
