Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

M HKA is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Every last Sunday of the month, the museum stays open until 9 p.m. during M HKA Late. More about opening hours

You are welcome at the museum café during the museum’s opening hours, from Tuesday to Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Reservations are not possible. In good weather, you can also visit the rooftop terrace. In the museum café, you will find a mural by Keith Haring, and on the rooftop terrace you can drift away in Skyspace by James Turrell. Discover more artworks in dialogue with the building

The museum is often busier between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. If you prefer a quieter visit, it is best to come before 2 p.m.

Coats, large bags and umbrellas are not allowed in the museum. You can store them in the free lockers at the entrance. A handbag may be taken inside.

Yes. There is an unattended cloakroom for groups and free lockers at the entrance. The lockers work with €1 coins. You can also ask for a token at the desk.

You may stay as long as you like during opening hours.

You can do so at M HKAFE, the museum café with rooftop terrace on the 4th floor.

See the overview of exhibitions currently on view and coming soon at M HKA.

The M HKA collection is constantly evolving. Rotating collection displays highlight different works each time. You can visit the collection wing on the ground floor free of charge.

M HKA presents both large-scale exhibitions and more intimate presentations, by established artists and emerging talent. You can discover them in the museum’s various exhibition spaces.

On the ground floor you will find the entrance hall with the reading room, information desk and museum shop. To the left of the reading room is the collection wing. To the right behind the information desk is the In Situ space. On the 1st floor you will find the Salon. On the 2nd floor M HKA presents major exhibitions. On the 4th floor you will find M HKAFE. On the 5th floor we open a new INBOX presentation every month, during M HKA Late. On the 6th floor you will find the Superhost space.

No. There is no audio guide, because our presentations change every four months.

See the overview of activities.

See the programme for families and children.

See the programme for adults.

See the programme for groups.

De Cinema, M HKA’s film programme, is housed in De Studio. You can discover masterpieces from film history as well as relevant cinema of today.

See the programme for education.

You can buy tickets at the museum desk. It is currently not possible to buy tickets online in advance.

Are you coming with a group or a class? Let us know via reservatie@muhka.be. That way we can ensure a smooth welcome.

Yes. You can visit the museum shop without a ticket during the museum’s opening hours.

Yes. You can visit the museum café without a ticket during the museum’s opening hours.

Yes. The collection wing on the ground floor is free to visit, as are INBOX, Superhost and the reading room.

Yes. With the Museumpas, you can visit the museum free of charge. Learn more about reductions and discount cards

Yes. With the M HKA Student Pass, you can visit the museum as often as you like for one academic year, free of charge.

Yes. Members of the press receive free admission on presentation of a press card. Please also inform the press contact about your visit.

M HKA can be reached by car, bicycle, on foot and by public transport. See all route descriptions.

There are several parking options near the museum, both on the street and in an underground car park. See all parking options.

Yes. M HKA is easily accessible for visitors using a wheelchair, rollator or buggy. There is a large lift, wide passageways and you can borrow a wheelchair. Read more about the museum’s accessibility.

Yes, except for the archive presentation. That space can only be reached by stairs.

Yes. You can visit M HKAFE, the museum café with rooftop terrace on the 4th floor. The café is open during the museum’s opening hours. You do not need a ticket.

Yes. The museum shop is located on the ground floor and is open during the museum’s opening hours. You do not need a ticket to visit the shop.

Yes. You can visit the museum with one of our guides. A maximum of 15 people are assigned to each guide. Read more about guided tours.

Yes. See the options for venue hire here.

M HKA stands for Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp. Learn more about M HKA.

M HKA was officially founded by the Flemish Community on 20 September 1985 and opened on 20 June 1987. Read more about the museum’s history.

The M HKA collection includes around 5,000 works. Its backbone consists of the museum’s own acquisitions and works acquired by the Flemish Community. Discover more about the collection.

See our jobsite.

Yes. M HKA publishes distinctive publications alongside exhibitions, co-publishes Afterall, publishes contributions on L’Internationale Online and also produces online publications.