What to do in Basel

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Places to Visit in Basel

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Tours & day trips

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Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours

Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$27 per adult
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Basel Private City Tour with Chocolate tasting

Basel Private City Tour with Chocolate tasting

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$474 per adult*
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Luzern Discovery:Small Group Tour and Lake Cruise from Basel

Luzern Discovery:Small Group Tour and Lake Cruise from Basel

Activity duration is 6 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
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Price is NZ$787 per adult*
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What to do in Basel

Discover the most popular places to visit in Basel

Marktplatz

Marktplatz

You can enjoy retail therapy at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

Marktplatz
Basel Zoo showing snow, cuddly or friendly animals and marine life

Basel Zoo

Spend hours walking around one of the country’s most impressive zoos .Marvel at the thousands of animals roaming around their large enclosures.

Basel Zoo
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Basler Muenster

Admire its exquisite architecture, peer from the towers over the city or just soak up the atmosphere of Basel’s most important house of worship.

Basler Muenster
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Basel Art Museum

Appreciate a vast assortment of impressive works spanning several centuries on the gallery walls of the country’s largest art museum.

Basel Art Museum

St. Jakobshalle

Catch an event at St. Jakobshalle during your trip to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

St. Jakobshalle

Congress Center Basel

Learn about the events happening in Congress Center Basel during your trip to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

Congress Center Basel

St. Jakob-Park

Catch an event at St. Jakob-Park during your trip to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

St. Jakob-Park

Dreilaendereck

Learn about the local history of Kleinhüningen when you spend time at Dreilaendereck. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Dreilaendereck

Novartis Headquarters

Novartis Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Basel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Novartis Headquarters

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Basel City Centre

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Munsterplatz while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

Basel City Centre
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Old Town

Museums, art galleries and live music are just a few things travellers like about Old Town. Sights like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Basel area at Marktplatz Tram Stop.

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Altstadt Grossbasel

If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Altstadt Grossbasel
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Vorstädte

If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Art Museum and Spalentor. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Sankt Alban

4/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Sankt Alban, you might make a stop by sights like St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park.

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Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Kleinbasel

 

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Day trip destinations from Basel

Weil am Rhein

Weil am Rhein

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Allschwil

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Matthäus

Frequently asked questions

Is Basel worth visiting?
Whether you want to enjoy the cultural highlights and local charm or sample regional foods and explore in nature, there are plenty of things to do in Basel.
How do I spend a day in Basel?
After you've visited major attractions like Basel Zoo and Basel Historical Museum, spend the rest of your day discovering Basel's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Basel?
The top tourist attraction in Basel is Basel Zoo, so be sure to put it on your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Basel?
Three days in Basel is plenty of time to visit the city's main highlights. Many travellers stay for two days on average. Basel Zoo, Old Town and Basler Muenster are highly rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots like Markgraeflerland.
Is Basel a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you want to see and do in Basel. Several key attractions, including Basel Zoo and Old Town, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Basel's neighbourhoods, Basel City Centre is 2 kilometres away from downtown, while Old Town is 0.16 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Basel with kids?
Planning what to do in Basel with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're getting away with toddlers or teenagers, there are loads of family-friendly activities to keep everyone busy here.

What to do in Basel for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or adventure seeker, there are plenty of things to do in Basel for adults including Basel Town Hall and Spalentor.
Are there free things to do in Basel?
In Basel, Old Town is a top spot for anyone wishing to enjoy the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, stroll around the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. It's a top way to learn about the best free things to do in Basel.