La Boverie: Art and History in a Modern Setting
Explore art through the ages at La Boverie museum, set in Liège's beautiful Boverie Park. Permanent collections and international exhibitions await!
La Boverie is a museum in Liège, Belgium, housed in the former Palace of Fine Arts, originally built for the 1905 Liège International Exposition. It features a mix of permanent collections and international temporary exhibitions, all within the beautiful Boverie Park.
A brief summary to La Boverie
- Parc de la Boverie 3, Liège, 4020, BE
- +3242385501
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit on the first Sunday of the month for free access to the permanent collections.
- Take a stroll through the Parc de la Boverie after your visit to enjoy the scenery.
- Check the museum's website for information on current temporary exhibitions and events.
- Utilize the bicycle parking spaces available near the museum entrance.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Liège-Guillemins railway station, cross the Meuse River using the footbridge. La Boverie and its surrounding park are approximately 700m from the station, a pleasant walk offering scenic views.
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Public Transport
From Liège-Guillemins station, take bus line 2 or 3 towards Opéra and disembark at the Boverie footbridge. Alternatively, bus lines 26 or 31 from Place de la République française also stop near the footbridge. A single ticket costs around €3 and is valid for 90 minutes. A 24-hour City Pass, which allows unlimited travel on the train, tram, bus, and metro in Liège, costs €6.80.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available at Liège-Guillemins station. A taxi ride to La Boverie is short, costing approximately €11, depending on traffic. Taxi rates in Liège start at €1.60 per km. Ensure the taximeter is turned on before starting your journey.
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