Basel: Private Customizable City Walking Tour

Where the borders of France, Germany and Switzerland meet is Basel. I invite you to discover this city where cultures meet and coexist! Your guide through the heart of Basel comes with extensive experience and hundreds of five star ratings. You will discover a city containing a mix of medieval buildings and modern Swiss architecture. You'll hear about the city's legends, its history, and the people who shaped it. Along the way, you will see contemporary Basel and learn about the local festivals. You'll also find out about the city's reputation for art and humanism, starting with the publishing industry in the 1400s, and proudly continuing today with the international Art Basel fair. This tour helps answer questions such as: What is the difference between Klein Basel and Gross Basel
? Which sculpture was banned from the Market Square
? How do locals cross the Rhine River? Who was Erasmus? and was he really "the last man who knew everything”
?

1. 1

   Basel's Old Town

   15 min

   See the medieval city hall set in the heart of Gross Basel where you find an outdoor market six days per week.

2. 2

   Basel Minster

   15 min

   See one of the main attractions of Basel, the 11th century church overlooking the Rhine River.

3. 3

   Mittlere Brucke

   10 min

   Medieval Bridge connecting Klein and Gross Basel

4. 4

   Tinguely Fountain

   5 min

   Carnival Fountain near Basel's city theater was created by Swiss artist Jean Tinguely. In addition nearby is Basel Stadt Casino, the Kunsthalle and Basel History Museum in a former Franciscan church.

5. 5

   Marktplatz

   10 min

   Outdoor Markets can be found here 6 days per week.

6. 6

   Kunstmuseum Basel

   10 min

   See the buildings that house Basel's Art collection.

7. 7

   Basel Historical Museum - Barfuesserkirche

   10 min

   Formerly a Franciscan Church located in Barfusserplatz

8. 8

   Spalen Gate

   10 min

   Medieval City Gate

9. 9

   Museum Kleines Klingental

   10 min

   Former Monastery and military barracks in Klein Basel

10. 10

    Basel's Old Town

    20 min

    The Old University, Blue and White House of the former Silk Manufacturers, Rittergasse and more.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.