Harbor Museum

Basel
Switzerland
Museum exhibition
Functional model of glass envelope
Ship handling simulator
History and tradition
The modern exhibition provides information about the history of the Rhine and shipping, the importance of logistics in Basel and the operation of the port of Basel.
The modern exhibition provides information about the history of the Rhine and shipping, the importance of logistics in Basel and the operation of the port of Basel. In the exhibition you will find numerous models of ships and the entire port area, various films, showcases and touch tables. Separate exhibition drawers have been set up for children. During normal opening hours, the state-of-the-art ship handling simulator can be admired in demonstration mode. Visit the museum on your own or book one of our many private guided tours. We look forward to your visit.


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Address

Harbor Museum

Westquaistrasse 2
4057
Basel
Switzerland
Opening hours
Open all year from
Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00-17:00

During the Basel summer vacation (30.06. - 10.08.2025) the museum is only open Fri - Sat - Sun from 10 am - 5 pm.

Our museum is closed on the following public holidays
New Year's Day, Berchtold Day, Basel Carnival Mon-Thu, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Ascension Day, Whit Sunday, August 1, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve

For up-to-date information on opening hours, please visit our homepage: www.hafenmuseum.ch. Thank you very much.

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Contact and additional information
+41 61 631 42 65

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