- Free cancellationFor a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Duration1 hr 15 min
- Guide languagesGerman, English
- Mobile ticket
Free cancellation
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Overview
A tour of the vintage tram is an enjoyable way to learn more about Basel's exciting history while being protected from the elements. You can discover the city from a whole new perspective during the one-hour tour. In the front carriage, a guide will regale you with facts and anecdotes from the city's 2,000-year history. They will also point out other interesting details that you might otherwise miss while passing by. Let yourself be whisked back to times of old in an extra special and entirely different way to explore Basel.
What's included
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Professional guide
- Local taxes
- Live commentary on board
- Gratuities
Itinerary
- 1
Mittlere Brucke
Passing by
A nostalgic round trip on board the vintage tram takes you back to the year dot – with authentic sounds of yesteryear, a bumpy ride, and a top speed of 30 km/h.
Meeting point and pickup
Meeting point
Tram stop "Bahnhof SBB" in front of Hotel Euler
End point
Ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Commentaries are bilingual (English and German)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Meeting point: Centralbahnplatz, tram stop “Bahnhof SBB” in front of Hotel Schweizerhof (track J)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
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- Robert_R · Jun 2025
Not ready for prime time . . .
Already ready rated this tour and I happily accepted your offer of a full refund. I saw the credit on my back card statement.
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- Eva_B · Apr 2025
Charmante Fahrt ins Blaue
Informative Fahrt in DE und EN, gute Audio-Technik. Charmantes Oldtimer Tram. Begrenzte Sitzplätze, jedoch war auch der Stehplatz vorne gut und mit bester Aussicht.
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- jameshE862HG · Sep 2024
Warning: We were not treated fairly
We signed up for the tram tour and arrived ahead of time. We checked in with the tour guide on our arrival, however, when the tram pulled up we were told that we had to stand for the hour ride and would not have seats. We had two elderly individuals in our party and their ability to stand for that length of time was not possible. It created a safety issue for them. We told the operator that we could not stand for that period of time and they said that it was that or nothing. No alternatives were offered. We requested an online refund and they denied the refund. Be very careful if you book this trolley!! It was our one bad experience during our two weekend tour in Europe.
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- Jennifer_O · Jun 2024
Hire me for a better tour
The tour was horrible. I paid for live commentary and headphones. Myself and 2 guests recieved neither. I have lived in Basel for 15 years and had 2 guests visiting. The tram did not pass by Spalentur, one of the most beautiful points in Basel. We were mostly on the outskirts of Basel. Too much time spent in Klein Basel seeing the drug addicts and prostitutes. Such a waste of 50minutes and money. The company promises something that you do NOT get.
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- Milly_b80 · Jan 2020
Well worth a visit
Barbara was amazing, we were lucky that we were the only 2 on the tram so we had a personal tour. The tour takes you all through the city and gives a fantastic overview of the history of the city and Switzerland. Highly recommended.
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- Kurt G · Aug 2019
History and technology
Great way to meet Basel from another side. If I am interested in old iron taps or trams in addition to the city, this trip is a MUST
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