The Museum Rietberg in Zurich is the only museum for non-European art in Switzerland and has an internationally renowned collection with exhibits from Asia, Africa, America and Oceania. In addition, the elaborately staged special exhibitions attract ...
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Special guided tour with curator and Deputy Director Johannes Beltz
Religion and Art in South Asia
This guided tour focuses on Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism. Using selected works of art, the curator provides an overview of the teachings, ritual practices, similarities and differences between these three religions, which originated in India. At the same time, the tour offers insights into the history of the museum’s collection and provides a fresh perspective on the cultural history of South Asia.
Photo: Shiva Nataraja. Tamil Nadu, India, Asia. Chola Dynasty, 10th century. Inv. No. RVI 501
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Saturday, December 19, 2026
14:00 - 15:00 o'clock
CHF 5 per person (plus museum admission)
Discounts may be available for certain groups.
Remise, Atelier
Gablerstrasse 15
8002 Zürich
Opening hours:
Dienstag, Mittwoch, Freitag, Samstag, Sonntag: 10:00 - 17:00
Donnerstag: 10:00 - 20:00
Accessibility:
Infos Zugänglichkeit:
Parking
A car park for people with disabilities is located directly next to the Remise and Villa Wesendonck. Access is via Gablerstrasse and not via Rieterpark.
Entrance
All buildings are barrier-free and wheelchair-accessible.
Exception: Remise (studio, Japanese tea ceremony). The Park-Villa Rieter is accessible via a lift that is 65 cm wide and 128 cm deep.
Sitting options
Sitting options are available free of charge for museum visits.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs are available in the main building (Smaragd).
Lifts
The Smaragd, Villa Wesendonck and Park-Villa Rieter have lifts that provide access to all levels. The lift in the Park-Villa Rieter is 65 cm wide and 128 cm deep.
Toilets
Accessible toilets are available in all buildings.
Further information
Detailed information on accessibility at the Museum Rietberg can be found on the platform Ginto.
Contact
Contact us, we will be happy to help you.
+41 44 415 31 31
