Tour on the vintage tram

Basel, Switzerland

1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Step back in time and take in Basel’s top attractions with ease on this 1-hour Sunday vintage tram tour in Basel. Hop aboard the tram and roll through Basel the way the locals did 100 years ago. Along the way, listen as a guide sheds light on the city’s colorful past, and admire the architecture for which Basel is famous. Has you explore, hear sounds from the hustle and bustle of days gone by while a guide brings 2,000 years of Basel’s history to life.

1-hour Sunday vintage tram tour in Basel
Explore Basel by vintage tram with a guide
Gain insight into 2,000 years of the city’s rich history
Travel through Basel the way the locals did a century ago
Admire the city’s traditional and contemporary architecture

What's Included

Professional guide
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Live commentary on board
Local taxes

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Centralbahnpl. 14, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
Tram stop "Bahnhof SBB" in front of Hotel Euler

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.11:00 am

Itinerary

Mittlere Brucke (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Commentaries are bilingual (English and German)
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

3.7

based on 9 reviews

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Not ready for prime time . . .

Robert_R, Jun 2025

Already ready rated this tour and I happily accepted your offer of a full refund. I saw the credit on my back card statement.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you for your message – we're glad to hear the refund has reached you.

Hire me for a better tour

Jennifer_O, Jun 2024

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.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

We sincerely apologize for the disappointing experience you had on our tour. We regret that you did not receive the live commentary and headphones that were promised. Additionally, we understand your frustration with the tour route and the time spent in areas that did not showcase the best of Basel. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will address these issues to ensure that our tours meet the high standards we promise. Please accept our apologies and for the inconvenience caused. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

A bit noisy, uncomfortable seats...

Wayne E, Jul 2017

A bit noisy, uncomfortable seats, and very uncomfortable headphones but a ball nonetheless. It was clear as our driver and guide took us around the city that many people had not seen the vintage tram before with many people stopping to watch the tram and point it out to others. The information was very helpful and because you're on a tram you can cover a lot more ground than during a walking tour--but you do lose a lot of the detail because of the distance being travelled and the speed at which you have to keep moving. However, a good overall view of old-town Basel and a good starting point for our explorations of the city over the following few days. When we had completed the tram ride I had several people come up and ask me where they could sign-up and I had to explain that the rides are only offered twice a week on Sunday morning and midday. But if you're in Basel on a Sunday and have the time, it is a very worthwhile investment of your time. Have Fun.

Relaxing way to see and learn about the...

Kenneth_M, May 2017

Relaxing way to see and learn about the city. Very interesting and informative.

Great historical perspective of...

EdwinDonald_S, Jul 2016

Great historical perspective of Basel. Experience on vintage tram in operation was also very fun and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Basel for the first time.

Charmante Fahrt ins Blaue

Eva_B, Apr 2025

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.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Es freut uns sehr zu hören, dass Ihnen die Fahrt in unserem charmanten Oldtimer-Tram gefallen hat – besonders die informative Begleitung in Deutsch und Englisch sowie die gute Audio-Technik. Schön, dass auch der Stehplatz vorne ein positives Erlebnis mit bester Aussicht geboten hat, trotz der begrenzten Sitzplätze. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei einer unserer Fahrten begrüssen zu dürfen!