Museum of Cultures - Kostenloser Audioguide
Basel, Basel-City, Switzerland
Museum der Kulturen, 20, Münsterplatz, Altstadt Grossbasel, Grossbasel, Basel, Basel-Stadt, 4051, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra
The Museum der Kulturen Basel, one of Europe's leading ethnographic museums, holds over 320,000 objects and 50,000 historical photographs. Established in 1893, it emphasizes intercultural dialogue through thematic exhibitions relevant to contemporary issues. The museum is located at Münsterplatz 20, Basel, and features a modern extension designed by Herzog & de Meuron, completed in 2011. Notable exhibitions include artifacts from Asia, Africa, and the Americas, as well as special showcases on diverse cultural topics. The museum is accessible and welcomes approximately 80,000 to 100,000 visitors annually. Admission fees vary, and it is advisable to check the official website for current visiting hours and ticket prices.