Old Town

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Popular places to visit

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Basler Muenster

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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.

Basler Muenster
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Marktplatz

4.5/5(32 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

Marktplatz
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Martinskirche

You can find out about the history of Basel with a stop at Martinskirche. Experience the area's museums and art scene.

Martinskirche
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Basel Natural History Museum

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Basel Natural History Museum
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Basel Zoo

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Spend hours walking around one of the country’s most impressive zoos .Marvel at the thousands of animals roaming around their large enclosures.

Basel Zoo
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Basel Art Museum

4/5(1 review)

Appreciate a vast assortment of impressive works spanning several centuries on the gallery walls of the country’s largest art museum.

Basel Art Museum

Things to do

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Mt. Pilatus with cruise on Lake of Lucerne Small Group from Basel

HK$3,207
Per adult
Mt. Pilatus with cruise on Lake of Lucerne Small Group from Basel
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Pinot Noir & Pinot Wine Tour to Baden-Württemberg

HK$2,239
Per adult
Pinot Noir & Pinot Wine Tour to Baden-Württemberg
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Basel Unveiled: A Journey through Art and History

HK$3,371
Per adult
Basel Unveiled: A Journey through Art and History
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Explore Basel’s Art and Culture with a Local

HK$1,953
Per adult
Explore Basel’s Art and Culture with a Local
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Architectural Basel: Private Tour with a Local Expert

HK$6,709
Per adult
Architectural Basel: Private Tour with a Local Expert
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Basel Through the Ages: A Journey into History

HK$4,303
Per adult
Basel Through the Ages: A Journey into History
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Top hotels in Old Town

Central City Hotel Rochat
Central City Hotel Rochat
3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23, Basel
The price is HK$973 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
HK$973
per night
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (358 reviews)
"The staff was exceptional, getting us into our rooms early and helping with my phone issue. The breakfast was way above expectations. The room was very clean and the only sound we heard was the ringing of the bells on Ash Wednesday from the church next door. Short walk to catch the #3 tram. Would ..."

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2024

Central City Hotel Rochat
Hotel Märthof Basel
Hotel Märthof Basel
4 out of 5
Marktgasse 19, Basel, BS
The price is HK$1,983 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
HK$1,983
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (411 reviews)
"Great unique hotel with easy access to the shopping and restaurants and tram! Customer service was top shelf in every regard."

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2024

Hotel Märthof Basel
Hotel D Basel
Hotel D Basel
4 out of 5
Blumenrain 19, Basel, BS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,256 per night from 2 May to 3 May
HK$1,256
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (619 reviews)
Viking Vacation
"The hotel is very clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly and the breakfast is amazing!"

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2024

Hotel D Basel
Motel One Basel
Motel One Basel
3 out of 5
Barfüssergasse 16, Basel
The price is HK$1,149 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
HK$1,149
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Basel Historical Museum and HMB - Museum of History ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews)
Lovely hotel in central Basel
"We had a lovely stay at the MotelOne. The location is perfect, the staff are lovely and it wasn't too expensive considering how much things generally cost in Basel. Also one of the most comfortable hotel beds I've ever slept in. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2024

Motel One Basel
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
5 out of 5
Blumenrain 8, Basel
The price is HK$4,000 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
HK$4,000
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Martinskirche and Pharmacy Museum Basel ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
"This was my first time staying here. I was treated like I was somebody, with respect. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2024

Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
Krafft Basel
Krafft Basel
4 out of 5
Rheingasse 12, Basel, BS
The price is HK$1,545 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
HK$1,545
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (293 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2024

Krafft Basel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town

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Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Kleinbasel
Basel showing street scenes and a house

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.

Altstadt Grossbasel
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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.

Clara
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Vorstädte

If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Art Museum and Spalentor. 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.

Vorstädte
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Basel City Centre

4/5(87 area reviews)

Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Basel Cathedral while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

Basel City Centre
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St. Johann

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of St. Johann include the bars and casinos. Make a stop by Novartis Headquarters or Rhine while you're exploring the area.

St. Johann

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