With his kinetic artworks, Jean Tinguely (1925–1991) was a pioneering figure in the art of the period after 1950. Museum Tinguely, designed by Mario Botta, is located directly at the Rhine and presents the world’s largest collection of his work, of which a selection is on permanent display, from the delicate early reliefs to the monumental machine sculptures of the 1980s.
Museum Tinguely shows a varied exhibition programme that seeks dialogue with other artists, art forms and disciplines, promising an interactive museum experience for all of the senses.
A diverse programme of events – with guided tours and workshops for all age groups, concerts, artistic interventions and interdisciplinary cooperations – allows visitors to experience the museum’s collection and exhibitions in a wide range of ways.
The multimedia guide «Meta-Tinguely» guides you through selected works of Museum Tinguely's collection. Texts, videos, animations and games introduce you to many interesting aspects of Jean Tinguely’s art.
Entrance fees
Children under 16 years and (accompanied by an adult person) free
School classes: free, registration compulsory
You can plan your visit to us conveniently online in advance and avoid waiting times.
50% discount on museums admission with the BaselCard
Bistro
Chez Jeannot
The Chez Jeannot team welcomes you in an artistic setting on the Rhine! Our bistro/restaurant is charming and hearty, just like the artist Jean Tinguely himself. Everyone is welcome and invited to enjoy our seasonal, home-style cuisine. Let us make you feel at home – as if you were at Jean Tinguely’s house – be it for a wine and appetizers event on our terrace or an elegant meal in an artistic setting.
Contact
Press
Isabelle Beilfuss
Mediation
Lilian Steinle / Sarah Stocker
Accessibility
The museum is accessible for visitors impairments. Guide dogs are allowed.
Directions
SBB (Central Railway Station): Tram no. 2 to «Wettsteinplatz», switch to Bus no. 31 or 38 to «Tinguely Museum»
Badischer Bahnhof: Bus no. 36
By car: Highway exit «Basel Wettstein/Ost», parking directly under the bridge or at car park Badischer Bahnhof
Disabled parking at the Museum entrance at Grenzacherstrasse. Wheelchair access to all exhibition spaces (wheelchairs available).