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Basel City Tour: The Essentials

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Basel, Switzerland
Great choice
10+ bookings last month.
  • 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Walking Tour
    • Commentary in English
    • Local Guide
    • Food and drinks
    • Personal Expenses

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Basel Town Hall
      Marktpl. 9, 4001 Basel, Switzerland

      Our guide will be waiting for you at the entrance of Basel Town Hall (red building) at the booked time. Please don't hesitate to call us if you need assistance.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .10:00 am

    Itinerary

    1

    Basel Town Hall

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    2

    Mittlere Brucke

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    3

    Augustinergasse

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    4

    Basel Minster

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    5

    Bankverein

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    6

    Tinguely Fountain

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    7

    Barfusserplatz

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    8

    Basel's Old Town

    15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • 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

    Cancellation Policy

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

    Traveler Photos

    Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 10 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Petra in Basel!

    Judith_B, Mar 2026
    Petra met up with us promptly at 10:00am. She was very considerate about steps, hills and energy, due to our age! Petra had a lot of knowledge and experience in the area. I would advise for her to be with anyone!!

    Response from Host, Mar 2026

    Thank you for your lovely feedback! It means a lot to us to know you had a great experience and that the guide met your expectations. Have a beautiful day and enjoy every moment of your journey!

    Nice walk, does involve...

    Aimee_H, Dec 2025
    Nice walk, does involve hills. Historic explanation of city. You explore the cathedral. See the view of the Rhine.

    Response from Host, Dec 2025

    Thanks a lot for your review! we are glad you were satisfied with the tour.

    Thank you John for a...

    EarlFrederick_F, Oct 2025
    Thank you John for a fantastic tour! I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Basel Switzerland.

    Response from Host, Oct 2025

    Thank you for your positive words! We’re glad you enjoyed the organization and friendliness of our guides. Hope to welcome you again soon!

    Easy paced, interesting,...

    Bruce_M, Oct 2025
    Easy paced, interesting, informative. I was suffering from an injury but was able to keep up. A great introduction to Basel.

    Response from Host, Oct 2025

    hank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the service, the guide, and the flow of the tour.

    Basel guide was great!

    Susan_B, Oct 2025
    Our guide was fabulous!! Julie from Columbia was very knowledgeable and informative and helpful! Definitely enjoyed her conversation and discussion.

    Response from Host, Oct 2025

    Dear Susan! Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that we could make it a memorable experience for you.

    Jan was a great tour...

    JooYoung_Y, Jul 2025
    Jan was a great tour guide! Shared a lot of local and historical insights on Basel. Absolutely enjoyed it.

    Response from Host, Aug 2025

    Thanks a lot for your review! We are glad you had a good experience with us :)

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