Antikenmuseum Basel
Antikenmuseum Basel und Sammlung Ludwig
The only museum in Switzerland dedicated to ancient Mediterranean art, with fine Greek vases, Roman sculptures and Egyptian artifacts.
The Antikenmuseum collects art from ancient Greece, Etruria, Rome, Egypt and the Near East. It is especially known for its ancient Greek painted vases and marble sculptures, and the Ludwig Collection is a major part of its holdings. The museum combines an old house with newer galleries and often hosts special exhibitions on ancient civilizations. It is located on the Saint Alban slope beside the Museum of Fine Arts. Closed on Mondays. Admission is charged, and visitors who love classical art should plan for one to two hours.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 11:00–17:00 (extended on Wed); closed Mon
Nearby sights
- Kunstmuseum Basel
- Basel Minster
- Historical Museum Basel – Barfüsserkirche
- Tinguely Fountain
- Rhine Ferries
- Basel Christmas Market
- Museum der Kulturen Basel
- Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel