Rene Magritte Museum & Museum of Abstract Art

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The René Magritte Museum & Museum of Abstract Art offers visitors an intimate glimpse into the world of one of Belgium’s most celebrated artists. Housed in the very house where Magritte lived from 1930 to 1954, the museum preserves his ground‑floor apartment, complete with period furniture, paintings, and personal artifacts, allowing guests to experience the artist’s creative space as it was during the formative years of his career. A short walk away, the adjoining building houses the Museum of Abstract Art, showcasing more than 750 works of Belgian abstract art spanning the 1920s to the 1980s, with a special focus on the avant‑garde movement that influenced Magritte himself. Visitors can explore multiple galleries: the ground floor presents the living quarters and a curated collection of Magritte’s paintings; the first floor features a selection of surrealist works by contemporaries; and the second and third floors host rotating exhibitions of abstract and geometric art. The museum’s layout encourages a self‑guided tour that typically takes two to three hours, with free admission for children under nine, residents of Jette, and holders of the Brussels Card or MuseumPass musées. Admission is available on Wednesday to Friday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with closures on December 25 and January 1. Tickets can be purchased on the site or at the museum’s reception desk. Whether you’re a devoted lover of surrealism, an enthusiast of modern Belgian art, or simply looking for a culturally enriching day out, the museum offers an inspiring journey through a pivotal era of artistic innovation.

Highlights

• René Magritte’s Preserved Apartment
• Extensive Surrealist Collection
• Belgian Abstract Art Hall

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At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes

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