Vorstädte
Basel
Visit Vorstädte
Popular places to visit
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 University
Explore the campus of Basel University during your visit to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Theater Basel
Enjoy a show at Theater Basel, a theatre with a story to tell in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Spalentor
You can learn about the history of Basel with a visit to Spalentor. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Sankt Johanns-Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sankt Johanns-Park, a lovely green space in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Caricature and Cartoon Museum
You can study the exhibits at Caricature and Cartoon Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Things to do
Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
City tour Basel (walking tour)
Fun track game at Christmas markets in Basel
Hydrofoil and surfing on the Rhine behind a motorboat
Top hotels in Vorstädte
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Staff was amazing! Ayoub made sure everything was taken care of. Location is great not far from train and trams are right there to take you to all your destinations. Room is warm and comfortable and very clean 10 out of 10
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
Wonderful experience in all aspects. 3-4 min walk to a number of good restaurants.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel
Great hotel at a great location. Mika at reception was especially helpful, recommending restaurants and activities. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Der Teufelhof Basel
A beautiful hotel in an excellent location - Tram stop right out the front and just a few stops away from the center of Town. The staff were extremely helpful and the room was well serviced each day!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
The Passage
Hôtel was ok
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
SET Hotel.Residence by Teufelhof Basel
The room was spotless. The hotel is very spacious and is in a great location. My room was overlooking the yard so it was very quiet. Very walkable and safe neighborhood! Would highly recommend this hotel and will stay here again next time I’m in Basel!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vorstädte
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.
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.
Kleinbasel
Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Clara
Well liked for its restaurants and river views, you might stop by Musical Theater Basel and Munsterplatz while you're exploring Clara and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Basel City Centre
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.
Gundeldingen
While you're in Gundeldingen, take in top sights like Via Gottardo and jump on the metro at Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop to see more of the city.
