Popular places to visit
Marktplatz
You can search for that perfect souvenir 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 Natural History Museum
You can study the exhibits at Basel Natural History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Martinskirche
You can find out about the history of Basel with a visit to Martinskirche. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Zoo
Spend hours walking around one of the country’s most impressive zoos .Marvel at the thousands of animals roaming around their large enclosures.
Basel Art Museum
Appreciate a vast assortment of impressive works spanning several centuries on the gallery walls of the country’s largest art museum.
Things to do
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide
City tour Basel (walking tour)
Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
Top hotels in Old Town
Hotel Märthof Basel
Courteous and very helpful staff. Excellent restaurant.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Hotel D - Basel - Fully Renovated 2025
The hotel is located perfectly in the middle of the city and the staff were extremely friendly on check in. We were given a Basel travel card for the duration of our stay which was really appreciated. The room was a great size and was very comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Central City Hotel Rochat
Nice hotel with great service. We had a great stay here and would stay again. It was well located, clean and comfortable. The staff were all friendly and welcoming. There is free coffee available all day and infused water at reception which is a nice touch.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Merian am Rhein
Clean, central, great views over the river if you have a river view room.
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Limehome Basel Münzgasse
Good base for a couple of nights. Nothing fancy but served us well for our stop over
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
We really enjoyed our stay at Volkhaus! Two Americans traveling to Switzerland, and we were very pleased with our room, the customer service, and location. Our room was large with plenty of space, but simple and easy. The beds were comfortable as well! We were close to everything we were looking ...
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town
Kleinbasel
Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Vorstädte
Take time in Vorstädte to visit attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Altstadt Grossbasel
Take time in Altstadt Grossbasel to visit attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Basel City Centre
Museums, art galleries, and historic 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.
Clara
Restaurants and river views are some things travelers note about Clara. Check out Musical Theater Basel or Munsterplatz while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.
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.
