Stories of Basel's Old Town

4.4 (213 reviews) Basel, Switzerland
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Take a walking tour of Basel: expert and flexible guides take pleasure in presenting you with facts and anecdotes – both serious and light-hearted – about the past and the present. Discover Basel's old town, which features picturesque corners, prominent historic landmarks and also contemporary attractions such as modern buildings designed by well-known architects. Get to know Basel in more depth and marvel at various witnesses to the city's past. Take part in a fascinating two-hour journey through history and really get a feel for the city at the bend in the Rhine.

Options

English
German/English bilingual

Bilingual commentary.

German

What's included

  • Commentary in English and German
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

What to expect

  1. Tinguely Fountain
    5m
    In 1977 Jean Tinguely created sculptural machines in a shallow fountain where the stage of the old city theatre company once stood, and in the process gifted Basel a famous new landmark.
  2. Basel Historical Museum - Barfuesserkirche
    5m
    This church is nowadays home of the Historic Museum of Basel.
  3. Basel Minster
    10m
    Together with the Mittlere Brücke, the Basler Münster (Cathedral) is probably the most famous landmark in Basel. With its red sandstone walls, colourful roof tiles and twin towers, no other building adorns the cityscape of Basel like the Cathedral.
  4. Museum der Kulturen Basel
    Pass by
    The Museum der Kulturen Basel ranks among the leading ethnographic museums in Europe.
  5. Marktplatz
    5m
    You will pass by the lively market of Basel.
  6. Town Hall
    5m
    The City Hall is the seat of the Basel government and its parliament. In the midst of the Old Town, it is particularly eye­catching with its red facade, the characteristic tower and playful frescoes.
  7. 5m
    Beautiful square surrounded by little shops and beautiful houses.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Tinguely fountain at Steinenberg / Theatre square

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Depending on the composition of the group, tour commentaries may be given bilingual from Sunday to Friday.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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