Basel Old Town Walking Tour
Overview
Discover the heart of Basel in just 2 hours with our Basel City Tour: The Essentials!
Explore iconic spots like the vibrant Marktplatz and stunning red Town Hall, stroll across the historic Mittlere Brücke with its breathtaking Rhine views, and wander the charming Augustinergasse. Visit the majestic Basel Minster and take in panoramic cityscapes from the Pfalz terrace. Experience the lively Bankverein Quarter, the playful Tinguely Fountain by the theater, and soak up the local buzz at Barfüsserplatz.
This compact yet immersive tour is perfect for first-time visitors or anyone wanting to capture Basel’s rich history, culture, and unique atmosphere quickly and authentically.
- 2-hour guided walking tour through Basel’s historic and cultural highlights
- Expert local guide sharing insider stories and hidden gems
- Visit to iconic landmarks including Basel Town Hall, Mittlere Brücke, and Basel Minster
What's Included
- Walking Tour
- Commentary in English
- Local Guide
- Food and drinks
- Personal Expenses
Meeting Location
Marktpl. 9
4001 Basel, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Rathaus des Kantons Basel-Stadt
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Mittlere Brucke
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Augustinergasse
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basel Minster
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Bankverein
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Tinguely Fountain
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Barfusserplatz
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Basel's Old Town
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Customers undertake all activities at their own risk. The Tour Operator's liability is limited to the tour price, including for direct damages caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. Liability for slight negligence, auxiliary persons, consequential damages, and lost profit is excluded.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5562969P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Walking Tour.
- Commentary in English.
- Local Guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Personal Expenses.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Basel Old Town Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Basel Old Town Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Walking Tour
- Commentary in English
- Local Guide
- Food and drinks
- Personal Expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Customers undertake all activities at their own risk. The Tour Operator's liability is limited to the tour price, including for direct damages caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. Liability for slight negligence, auxiliary persons, consequential damages, and lost profit is excluded.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Operated by a business
