Stories of Basel's Old Town
Take a walking tour of Basel: expert and flexible guides take pleasure in presenting you with facts and anecdotes – both serious and light-hearted – about the past and the present. Discover Basel's old town, which features picturesque corners, prominent historic landmarks and also contemporary attractions such as modern buildings designed by well-known architects. Get to know Basel in more depth and marvel at various witnesses to the city's past. Take part in a fascinating two-hour journey through history and really get a feel for the city at the bend in the Rhine.
Options
English
What's included in Stories of Basel's Old Town
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tinguely Brunnen
In 1977 Jean Tinguely created sculptural machines in a shallow fountain where the stage of the old city theatre company once stood, and in the process gifted Basel a famous new landmark.
Basel Historical Museum - Barfuesserkirche
This church is nowadays home of the Historic Museum of Basel.
Basel Minster
Together with the Mittlere Brücke, the Basler Münster (Cathedral) is probably the most famous landmark in Basel. With its red sandstone walls, colourful roof tiles and twin towers, no other building adorns the cityscape of Basel like the Cathedral.
Inclusions
- Commentary in English and German
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Depending on the composition of the group, tour commentaries may be given bilingual from Sunday to Friday.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Tinguely fountain at Steinenberg / Theatre square