Altstadt Grossbasel
Basel
Visit Altstadt Grossbasel
Popular places to visit
Marktplatz
You can enjoy retail therapy at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
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.
Basel Town Hall
After visiting Basel Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Natural History Museum
You can study the exhibits at Basel Natural History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Munsterplatz
You can learn about the history of Basel with a stop at Munsterplatz. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Swiss Architecture Museum
You can study the exhibits at Swiss Architecture Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Things to do
Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour
City tour Basel (walking tour)
Fun track game at Christmas markets in Basel
Top hotels in Altstadt Grossbasel
Hotel Märthof Basel
Excellent hotel, the building is beautiful and service is fantastic.Sebastian at front of house was so helpful and kind.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Central City Hotel Rochat
Great location and breakfast. Not luggage friendly with stairs at various points depending on your room location.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
Clean room snd friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Limehome Basel Münzgasse
Motel One Basel
Located in the heart of Basel yet very quiet.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Der Teufelhof Basel
The hotel was within walking distance of most of the major attractions and restaurants. The staff were very friendly, helpful and overall amazing. We loved our stay and would recommend any one looking for accommodation in Basel to consider this hotel.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Grossbasel
Vorstädte
If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. 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.
Old Town
Museums, art galleries and live music are just a few things travellers like about Old Town. Sights like Basel Natural History Museum and Basel Town Hall 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.
Basel City Centre
Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basel Natural History Museum or Basler Muenster while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.
Clara
Well liked for its restaurants and river views, you might stop by Musical Theater Basel and Basel Natural History Museum while you're exploring Clara and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
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.
