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Horta Museum, Architectural museum in Saint-Gilles district, Brussels, Belgium.

The building combines two connected houses featuring a central staircase topped by a colored glass roof that illuminates all interior spaces.

Built between 1898 and 1901 as residence and workshop of Victor Horta, the structure received UNESCO World Heritage recognition in 2000.

The museum displays Art Nouveau architecture principles through curved lines, organic patterns, wrought iron, glass tiles, mirrors, marble, and polished wood.

The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 14:00 to 17:30, with adult tickets priced at 12 euros and student tickets at 6 euros.

The interior layout follows a non-traditional arrangement with staggered third and quarter floors instead of conventional level separations.

Location: City of Brussels

Official opening: March 8, 1969

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 14:00-17:30; Saturday-Sunday 11:00-17:30

Phone: +3225430490

Email: info@hortamuseum.be

Website: https://hortamuseum.be

GPS coordinates: 50.82417,4.35556

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:31

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