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When to Visit Bucerius Kunst Forum

Opening Hours

Daily: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday (late opening): 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Good to know: The shop keeps the same hours as the exhibition. On Mondays from 5–7 PM you can join a Silent Stroll through the exhibition in quiet mode, and on Fridays from 5–7 PM a Sound Stroll with live music. Tuesday is the best-value day, with reduced admission for all visitors (except on public holidays).

Getting Here: Address & Transport Options

Address

Bucerius Kunst Forum
Alter Wall 12
20457 Hamburg, Germany

Construction work is ongoing on Alter Wall, but the Forum is open as usual – enter via Alter Wall or the Marion-Gräfin-Dönhoff-Brücke.

Best Routes

By Public Transport
On Foot
By Bicycle
By Car

Public transport is the easiest way to get here, with several stations just a short walk away.

U-Bahn: The U3 stops at Rathaus, just a couple of minutes' walk away. The U1, U2 and U4 stop at Jungfernstieg.

S-Bahn: The S1 and S3 stop at Jungfernstieg.

Bus: Metrobus lines 3, 4, 5, 19 and 105 stop at Rathausmarkt, right by the Forum.

Arriving by long-distance train? Get off at Hauptbahnhof or Dammtor and change to the U-Bahn or S-Bahn.

Food and Dining Nearby

The streets around Rathausmarkt and Jungfernstieg are full of bakeries, cafés and restaurants for every budget, all within a few minutes' walk – whether you want a quick bite before your visit or a relaxed lunch afterwards. For a coffee with a view, head to one of the cafés along the Inner Alster.

Souvenir and Book Store

The Book Shop on the ground floor stocks specialist literature and catalogues for the current exhibition, plus gifts, stationery, accessories and design objects. It's open the same hours as the exhibition – a great place to find a keepsake from the show you've just seen.

Accessibility at Bucerius Kunst Forum

The Forum is barrier-free, with unrestricted access to all public areas. The cash desk and shop are on the ground floor, and a wheelchair-accessible lift serves the exhibition gallery, the auditorium and the cloakroom. There's a wheelchair-accessible toilet, and you can borrow a wheelchair free of charge at the cloakroom. Hearing aids for guided tours and the audio guide are available at the cash desk.

Bucerius Art Forum

Highlights

Explore a variety of art displays focused on specific themes, time periods, or artists.

Enjoy a deep immersion into the current exhibition presented at the museum.

Perfect for both seasoned art lovers and beginners seeking new cultural experiences.

Witness art collections that allow an insightful journey into the visual arts.

Convenient ticket exchange at the entrance ensures a smooth entry process.

Kunstmeile Hamburg - 3-day Ticket

Highlights

Unlimited admission to six museums for three days.

Includes a wide range of exhibitions from medieval to modern art.

Explore major museums like Hamburger Kunsthalle and Bucerius Kunst Forum.

Discover contemporary art, photography, and design across multiple venues.

Easy to use with smartphone voucher redemption at the start.

Visitor Guidelines

Respect the space: Keep voices low in the galleries so everyone can enjoy a calm visit.

Photos welcome, no flash: You can take photos and videos for personal use – just no flash. Some exhibitions don't allow photography for copyright reasons, so look out for signs.

Leave big bags downstairs: Lockers and a coat check are in the basement. Bags smaller than an A4 sheet of paper can come into the exhibition.

No food or drinks: To protect the artworks, please don't bring food or drinks into the exhibition rooms.

Look, don't touch: Many works are old, valuable and unique, so artworks and display cases must stay untouched.

Stay close to young visitors: Children are very welcome – staying nearby helps keep the visit safe for everyone.

Keep phones on silent: It helps keep the galleries peaceful.

Ask if you need help: Staff are happy to help with questions, directions or accessibility support.

Accessible for all: The Forum is barrier-free, with a lift to every floor and a wheelchair you can borrow free of charge at the cloakroom.

FAQs

What are the opening hours?

Daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., with late opening until 9 p.m. on Thursdays. The Book Shop keeps the same hours.

How do I get to Bucerius Kunst Forum?

The Forum is at Alter Wall 12, right beside City Hall. Take the U3 to Rathaus, the U1, U2, U4, S1 or S3 to Jungfernstieg, or a bus to Rathausmarkt.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes. The Forum is barrier-free, with a lift to every floor, a wheelchair-accessible toilet and a wheelchair you can borrow free of charge at the cloakroom. Hearing aids for tours and the audio guide are available at the cash desk.

Where can I eat nearby?

The streets around Rathausmarkt and Jungfernstieg are full of cafés, bakeries and restaurants, all within a few minutes' walk – ideal before or after your visit.

Is there somewhere to store bags or coats?

Yes. Lockers and a coat check are in the basement. Bags smaller than an A4 sheet of paper can be taken into the exhibition.

Can I join a guided tour?

Yes. Public guided tours in German introduce the current exhibition in 30 minutes or more and cost €4 on top of your exhibition ticket. Group tours start from 60 minutes.