Stories of Basel's Old Town

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.

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Tinguely Fountain

   5 min

   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. 2

   Basel Historical Museum - Barfuesserkirche

   5 min

   This church is nowadays home of the Historic Museum of Basel.

3. 3

   Basel Minster

   10 min

   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. 4

   Museum der Kulturen Basel

   Passing by

   The Museum der Kulturen Basel ranks among the leading ethnographic museums in Europe.

5. 5

   Marktplatz

   5 min

   You will pass by the lively market of Basel.

6. 6

   Town Hall

   5 min

   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. 7

   Stop 7

   5 min

   Beautiful square surrounded by little shops and beautiful houses.

Meeting point and pickup

Good to know

• 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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