Museum of Cultures Basel

This is an unusual and excellent museum in the centre of Basel, near the cathedral. Each floor has a different exhibition with an interesting theme. The English language leaflets which explain the exhibits are essential reading to get the most from the exhibitions. I visited several times over the course of one week and it took me several hours to look and read my way around each floor. Each exhibition is thoughtful, creative and illuminating. Who would have thought I’d fine a collection of anchors so fascinating? Excellent place, and the attached bistro is great too!

Whilst there are some very cool items (in particular the façade of the ceremonial house of Papua New Guinea- the only object with English captions I saw in the whole museum)- I’m glad my friend and I went in for free in the last hour. There are NO English captions/explanations throughout and if I can read German correctly very few objects were before the 19th century. Besides the very cool ceremonial house, the building exterior is the best thing. I didn’t see how the arrangement on each floor made sense… but then again not a German speaker!

Not what I expected. The first impression, seen from the outside: impressive, special! After entering, slowly, slowly...disappointment. Very large building, few exhibits. An exhibition dedicated to Asian culture and one to African culture. And that's it. No explanations in English. In maximum one hour you have seen everything.

A wonderful museum about indigenous cultures from around the world. I was especially touched by the display of Indonesian and Oceanic cultures. I also want to mention that the staff of this museum are very friendly. There are lockers available. The collection is presented in a clear manner and the texts were well written.

One of the best museums I have visited. I visited early and I was told that I was first one to visit. The whole place was to me for some time. You will like it if you have an interest in folklore, unheard cultures and traditions. The museum goes beyond providing just few lines information, but rather detailed account, including research work funded by the museum. Please take an information booklet for each floor. I will surely visit again.

Wonderful museum, everything is well presented

A museum with different floors and in each different art historical well curated facts. The staff very helpful. For the wardrobe coin they give you one in a wooden material for free. Last floor people were relaxing and meditating quite interesting set up corner place with instructions.

A really interesting and informative Museum in the heart of Basel. It has several floors with different themes and exhibitions plus you get access to the museum of the Basel Carnival which is round the corner. The staff were very enthusiastic and engaging and we really enjoyed our visit