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Kunsthaus Zürich (Zurich Art Museum)
Best time to visit
Arrive at opening on weekdays to beat the crowds; late weekday afternoons are quieter for photography and a more relaxed pace.
Budget tips
Tickets typically cost around CHF 20-25 with reductions for students and seniors; check the museum website for exact prices. Swiss Museum Pass often covers entry, and timed online tickets or visiting on announced free days will save money.
Recommended for
Art lovers, Students of modern art, Fans of Swiss art, Culture travelers
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Raske fakta: Stepping into the sunlit galleries, you'll encounter an unusually concentrated collection of Swiss modern and contemporary art with standout works by Giacometti and Ferdinand Hodler that reward close looking. A striking rooftop extension adds airy exhibition space and unexpected sightlines, while ever-rotating shows pair video, sculpture, and historic painting in inventive juxtapositions.
Høydepunkter: After the 2021 David Chipperfield expansion there is a serene, low-lit concrete gallery where a cluster of Giacometti sculptures sit a mere arm's length from Picasso canvases, so you can actually make out charcoal flecks and individual brush hairs. On slow afternoons a guard will often unroll a single archival drawing for a small group, whispering its provenance while sunlight from a high skylight dusts the paper, turning a standard visit into a tiny secret salon.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, galleries span several floors and the route can be long.
- Take photos for personal use without flash where signage allows, and ask staff when in doubt.
- Buy timed-entry tickets online for popular temporary exhibitions to avoid queues.
- Start on the upper floors and work down if you prefer a less crowded, chronological route.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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