Guided walking tour through Basel´s Old Town
Go on a time travel through all eras with this guided walking tour through Basel: In hardly any other city do buildings from the 15th century and those of internationally renowned contemporary architects complement each other to create a cityscape that is as exciting as it is harmonious.
During this guided tour, you will learn many facts and anecdotes about Basel and the background of its development. You will pass historic buildings like the city hall, the cathedral or the Barfüsserkirche and you will also hear a lot about the current situation of the city. Let your guide take you to the most picturesque corners of Basel's old town and at the same time discover places that are influenced by today's zeitgeist, such as the Museum der Kulturen or the Tinguely Fountain.
Main features
Additional features
Do this because
- Go on a journey through time with a guide through the old town of Basel
- Learn interesting facts about the city and about the background of its development
- Discover historical buildings like the city hall, the cathedral, and more
- See the modern corners of the city like the Museum der Kulturen or the Tinguely Fountain
Important to know
- This tour ends in the Old Town of Basel at Spalenberg
- Infants (0-5 years) can join the tour for free
- This tour is offered in English and German. See the calendar for the respective available language option. "Tour in English and German" is the ticket option for a bilingual tour where your guide will speak both English and German
- Photo rights: © Basel Tourismus
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Guided walking tour
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
Basel Tourismus
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