The Best of Basel’s Hidden Treasures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Are you looking for a way to see Basel some of it’s 180 fountains without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Find out who Erasmus was, why he was called “the last man who knew everything” and whether Basel really is the birthplace of confetti • Hear from producer Cynthia Toole, a tour guide and teacher with a passion for storytelling • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

1. 1

   Marktplatz

   Pass by

   The tour starts on Basel's Marktplatz. You'll hear about how VoiceMap works and be introduced to the tour's creator, the themes of the tour and the city itself before you start walking.

2. 2

   Town Hall

   Pass by

   The tour passes by the outside Basel Town Hall. You'll hear about the evolution of the Town Hall and its history.

3. 3

   Stop 3

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   The tour passes by Middle Bridge, Basel. You'll hear about how the Rhine River splits the city in two and about the bridge.

4. 4

   Stop 4

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   You'll see Les Trois Rois Hotel from the one end of the bridge. You'll hear about the impressive hotel before continuing on the tour.

5. 5

   Stop 5

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   The tour passes by the Augustiner Brunnen. You'll hear about the fountain and the basilisk that adorns it.

6. 6

   Stop 6

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   The tour passes by the Museum of Natural History. You'll hear about the museum which was part of the first universal museum in the city.

7. 7

   Stop 7

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   The tour passes by the Museum of Cultures Basel. You'll learn about the museum and hear about its history.

8. 8

   Basel Minster

   Pass by

   The tour goes around the outside of Basel Minster. You'll hear about the cathedral and have its architectural details pointed out to you while you walk.

9. 9

   Pfalz

   Pass by

   The tour passes by the Pfalz from where you can view the Rhine River and hear some more of Basel's fascinating history.

10. 10

    Tinguely Fountain

    Pass by

    The tour passes by the Tinguely Fountain. It's one of many fountains around the city. You'll hear a bit about the fountain and learn about its designer.

11. 11

    Theater Basel

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    You'll see the outside of Theater Basel. You'll hear about the theatre's founder and learn a bit about it before continuing on the tour.

12. 12

    Stop 12

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    The tour passes by Stadtcasino Basel. You'll hear about the home of Basel Symphony Orchestra and learn a bit of its history.

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    Barfusserplatz

    Pass by

    The tour ends on Barfüsserplatz. You'll hear a bit about the area before concluding the tour.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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