Museum Tinguely — Attraction in Basel

Museum Tinguely, located in Basel, Switzerland, is a captivating tribute to the kinetic art of Swiss artist Jean Tinguely. The museum, designed by renowned architect Mario Botta, opened in 1996 and showcases a comprehensive collection of Tinguely’s whimsical, mechanical sculptures. These works, characterized by their movement and sound, offer a playful yet profound commentary on the intersection of art, technology, and society.

Visitors to the museum are greeted by Tinguely’s large-scale installations, which are both intricate and engaging. The exhibits encourage interaction, allowing guests to activate the machines and witness the dynamic interplay of components. This hands-on experience is a hallmark of Tinguely’s art, making the museum a vibrant and immersive space.

In addition to Tinguely’s works, the museum hosts temporary exhibitions featuring contemporary artists who align with Tinguely’s innovative spirit. This ensures a fresh and evolving experience for repeat visitors. The museum also offers educational programs, workshops, and guided tours, enhancing its role as a cultural and educational hub.

Set on the banks of the Rhine River, Museum Tinguely not only celebrates the legacy of Jean Tinguely but also invites reflection on the broader implications of kinetic art. It’s a must-visit for art enthusiasts and those intrigued by the fusion of art and...

I was visiting Basel for a day with my family. The information desk at the station recommended that we visit this museum. They said it would be interesting for the boys. We actually wanted to go to the nature museum, but the kids convinced us to go here instead.

From the outside you can see what is most interesting. Art meets engineer is our understanding of Tingluely's creations. And we have no idea what the special exhibition is about.

We spent 3 hours inside, which could be less. Although it wasn't crowded, there's not much for children to do. Each button works every 15 minutes. Some of the creations were frightening for both my 5 and 9 year old.

In the gift shop, as we looked around, I got the feeling that the attendant was suspicious of us. I am not sure if it was because we were Asian or something else.

Although I am not going to recommend this place, I did find some positive things here. It has a dining area along with safe deposit boxes. You can just hang up your jacket. I suppose there should be no thief. If you have a lot of time you can sit comfortably in many areas. One of the guest services is special. She explained to us how the button works. And at the end of our visit, she was lying on the sofa. I can understand why. We were so tired and depressed too.

I don't recommend this place for family with small children or people with zero...

Seems like an overrated shrine for an ok artist. The concept of the art is really interesting and fun but I doubt it deserves a whole museum..

Maybe the worst part was the experience there.. because it's a bunch of intricate machines where the motion and purpose are semi linked - the activation of these machines are controlled by a button you press with your foot. Sounds cool right! Problem is they never work. 95% of the time you press on it, it doesn't start the machine going. They said that there's a timer for every 10min and only then it works... Sooooo what's the purpose of the button?? Just so a countdown...

Very disappointing. There were some other guest art pieces that were really nice but when on vacation, I would have spend the...