Kunstmuseum Luzern, Lucerne

Name: Kunstmuseum Luzern
Address: Lucerne, Switzerland

#27 among attractions in Lucerne

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The Museum of Art Lucerne was founded in 1932 and is one of the most important art museums in Switzerland. The museum's collection includes works from the Renaissance to the present day and focuses on Swiss art, art of the 1970s as well as documenting temporary exhibitions with internationally acclaimed artists. The legal sponsor of the Museum of Art Lucerne is the Lucerne Art Society. The museum is located on the 4th floor of the Culture and Convention Center Lucerne KKL, the entrance to the museum is on the station side.

Coordinates: 47°3'1"N, 8°18'42"E

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Kunstmuseum Luzern – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Verkehrshaus der Schweiz, Nature Museum, Lion Monument, Kapellbrücke.

1.2 miE
Museum, Observatories and planetariums, Science museum
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Museum
Nature Museum, Lucerne
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0.6 miN
Lion monument carved from the rock
Lion Monument, Lucerne
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~1150 ftW
Iconic winding bridge lined with art
Kapellbrücke, Lucerne
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0.5 miW
Quaint, centuries-old wooden footbridge
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~1620 ftW
Baroque architecture, Church
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~110 ftE
Architecture, Convention center, Entertainment
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre, Lucerne
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Switzerland, the Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre (KKL Luzern) stands as a beacon of architectural innovation and a hub for cultural events. This remarkable building, located on the shores of Lake Lucerne and within view of the majestic Swiss...
~1990 ftN
Landmark church with Gothic towers
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0.5 miN
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0.4 miW
47°3'8"N • 8°18'13"E
Mühlenplatz, Lucerne
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~1110 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kunstmuseum Luzern?

Nearby attractions include Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre, Lucerne (1 min walk), University of Lucerne, Lucerne (2 min walk), The Rosengart Collection, Lucerne (6 min walk), Kapellbrücke, Lucerne (6 min walk).

How to get to Kunstmuseum Luzern by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kunstmuseum Luzern:

Train

Luzern (2 min walk)
Gütschbahn Talstation (18 min walk)

Bus

Luzern Bahnhof • Lines: 10, 11, 12, 14, 19, 20, 21, 24, 50, 52, 61, 71, 72, 73, 9, Pe, Tel (3 min walk)
Bahnhof Luzern (3 min walk)

Ferry

Bahnhofquai Steg Nr.4 (3 min walk)
Verkehrshaus-Lido (27 min walk)

Trolleybus

Luzern Bahnhof • Lines: 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8 (3 min walk)
Schwanenplatz • Lines: 1, 6, 7, 8 (6 min walk)