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De Pont is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on Thursdays it extends its hours until 8:00 p.m. It is located at Wilhelminapark 1, and you can easily get there by bus from Tilburg Central Station or by walking about 15 minutes from the city center.
General admission for adults costs approximately €16, but it is free for visitors under 18. One key detail: admission is completely free for everyone on Thursday afternoons, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For a relaxed visit that lets you enjoy the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions, I recommend setting aside between 90 minutes and 2 hours. The space is very open, which makes the visit feel smooth and easy.
The museum is housed in a former wool spinning mill with a distinctive sawtooth roof that provides unique natural light. It is a landmark of contemporary art in Europe, housing iconic works such as Anish Kapoor's 'Sky Mirror' at the entrance.
Weekday mornings, especially Tuesday or Wednesday, are ideal for enjoying the art in near-total silence. If you prefer a livelier atmosphere and want to save money, Thursday afternoon is perfect.
Excellent. As a renovated former factory, the vast majority of the exhibition space is on the ground floor and very spacious, making it fully accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Take the opportunity to visit the famous Textile Museum, which celebrates the city's industrial past and is very close by. You can also stroll through Spoorpark, a modern urban park ideal for relaxing after your visit.
Contemporary art gains much more value with the right context. Do not forget to visit the inner garden and, for a deeper experience, complement your tour with a good narration at IAudioguia so you do not miss the details of each work.
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