Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel
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Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel

Museum · MusterMesse ·

Antique remedies, surgical tools, alchemistic lab, honey candies

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Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null
Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel by null

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Totengässlein 3, 4051 Basel, Switzerland Get directions

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Totengässlein 3, 4051 Basel, Switzerland Get directions

+41 61 207 48 11
pharmaziemuseum.ch
@pharmaziemuseum.uni.basel

Features

gender neutral restroom
restroom
wheelchair accessible parking lot
assistive hearing loop
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible seating

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Nov 25, 2025

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What Ho, Apothecary! 18 Intriguing Pharmacy Museums

"This “Pharmacy Museum” contains collections of old pharmaceuticals, pharmacy furniture, an alchemistic lab, laboratory utensils, and ceramic mortars. In 1925, pharmacist Josef Anton Häfliger donated his collection of pharmaceutical items to the University of Basel, founding the museum which is now located in the historical house “Zum Vorderen Sessel.” The house acquired a printing press, which compelled Erasmus, the humanist, and Paracelsus, the alchemist, to take residence there in the 16th Century. The museum has accumulated a comprehensive collection of obsolete remedies used before the 19th century, outdated pharmaceutical books, and art related to alchemy and pharmaceutical science." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel

Dawn E

Google
Really interesting museum for anyone interested in medical history. You'll want at least an hour here, but could spend hours with the audio guide and exhibits.

coşkun yağız S.

Google
As a pharmacist, I can say that this is the most comprehensive pharmacy museum I have ever visited. The historical atmosphere, carefully preserved instruments, and beautifully arranged displays truly bring the past of pharmacy to life. My sincere thanks to everyone who contributes to keeping this remarkable heritage alive and accessible to visitors.

Jennifer S.

Google
A fun place to wander with all sorts of curiosities. Unfortunately all the English audio guides were out. There are limited English captions on the exhibits unfortunately, although most rooms have English language plasticised placards. We paid half price with a Basel card so €4. Not a very friendly guy at reception. We spent about an hour here.

Armeenaj

Google
This museum is quite hidden, but that also means it‘s quiet which I like. This place has a lot of knowledge to be read and to be discovered. They also arrange many factors inside. If you like to read, this place is for you

Svitlana O.

Google
Good and interesting museum. I visited it during Museums Nacht. I would recommend to come here when there's no so many people here. You can also buy interesting drinks here or snacks, I don't know, was it only one day or permanent option.

Taylin L.

Google
Really interesting things, information and the halls of the exhibitions have a lot of space to walk. They have audio guides that you can use on your own pace. Try the honey candies at the end of the tour, they are ready tasty!

Loïs

Google
Incredible (free) museum ! A lovely lady took care of our backpack at the entrance and told us about the museum, and the place itself is very cute, with very interesting audio guide, clear and concise information. A beautiful surprise !

William C.

Google
Absolutely fascinating museum, especially for those in the healthcare field, but good for anyone, really. Audio tour is extremely well done. We spent 2-3 hours here.