Self-guided podcast tour Basel: The Alchemist's Bet

Basel, Switzerland
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Duration1h 20m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Basel is a city that masterfully controls a rare alchemy. She transformed the treacherous currents of the Rhine into unimaginable commercial wealth and then made a radical decision: to convert this wealth into world-class culture and life-saving science. On this intellectually and visually impressive journey, you will discover the three pillars of modern Basel. From the world's oldest public art collection to the towering monuments of pharmaceutical giants – experience how a city balances democratic ideals and global elite power.

- 2.9 km self-guided tour with 4 stations over 80 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in urbanism, infrastructure & innovation
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
  • Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
  • Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
  • Point-to-point navigation between stops

What to expect

  1. Kunstmuseum Basel
    10m
    The starting point represents Basel's deeply rooted art pillar and houses the world's oldest public art collection.
  2. Mittlere Brucke
    10m
    One of the oldest Rhine crossings, illustrating how the river both separates and unites the industries and people of the city.
  3. 10m
    The epicenter of modern art, home of Art Basel and the impressive architecture of Herzog & de Meuron.
  4. Roche Towers
    10m
    The towering headquarters of F. Hoffmann-La Roche, which represents Basel's pharmaceutical dominance.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Basel main station to the Kunstmuseum Basel using local public transport. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the Kunstmuseum Basel, Basel, Switzerland. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

End point

From Roche Towers, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Basel Main Station. The starting point is Roche Towers, Basel, Switzerland. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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