Ashiya City Museum of Art and History (芦屋市立美術博物館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

The Ashiya City Museum of Art and History (芦屋市立美術博物館) is a municipal facility where you can view both artworks connected to Ashiya and historical and archaeological materials from the area together. The galleries are quiet and air-conditioned, making it a great place to spend a calm morning before heading out for water play. The front garden is full of greenery, so after viewing the exhibits, a short walk outside helps you change gears. Learning about how the town of Ashiya came to be what it is today makes the reclaimed-land scenery of Minami Ashiya Beach, which you'll visit in the afternoon, look different. Since the exhibits rotate, part of the fun is that the content changes each time you visit.

Tips

Admission fees vary depending on the exhibition being held, so check the official website before you go. Eating and drinking are not allowed inside, so save snacks for after you step outside. It's within walking distance of JR Ashiya Station, making it easy to head back to the station area for lunch afterward. You can tour the museum with a stroller, so it's manageable even with small children.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 15 minutes. It's less crowded right after opening in the morning, so you can take your time

Access & map

〒659-0052 兵庫県芦屋市伊勢町１２−２５