Unmissable Experiences to Truly Get to Know Basel, Basel, Switzerland

Basel is the third largest city in Switzerland. Right at the border to France and Germany it is a city with lots of languages and history. After Swiss German, English is the most spoken language in the city.

Basel offers a variety of activities. It is a real art hub. But no worries if you aren’t into art. There are plenty of other things that you can learn and discover about Basel.

There are various options for going on a city tour in Basel. The card game “Locals Know It Best” is a really great way not only to discover the city from a locals view but also to learn more about the locals in Basel. You can get the card game at the tourist office for 5 CHF. Then you are off on the streets of Basel, step out of your comfort zone and talk to strangers. You get the cards with the categorie morning, afternoon, .. together the local has to draw a card and tell you all about the question that’s on the card.

The tourist information offers varieties of tourist tours. From bicycle tours, art tours with augmented reality, treasure hunt for kids to old city tours.

The old city tour takes you through the old town of Basel. In the 2 hours you will learn a lot about the fascinating history of the city including also parts of the present. That’s why this tour should be on your Basel itinerary. The tour starts at the Tinguely fountain and takes you through the old town of Basel. That includes the Barfüssersquare, the city hall, the Münster, the shopping street Freie Street, the Spalenberg with the walk of fame of Basel. It covers Basel’s old town and the most famous sights. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).