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
Walk around the campus at Basel University during your stay in Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Spalentor
You can learn about the history of Basel with a stop at Spalentor. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Theater Basel
Enjoy a show at Theater Basel, a theater with a story to tell in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
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.
Museum for Contemporary Art
You can browse the exhibits at Museum for Contemporary Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Things to do
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Top hotels in Vorstädte
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
AC didn’t work on our room which was the main reason we left another hotel. The man at the front desk was a bit aloof and I had to ask 3 times for help, and he finally got us another room. No help was provided for our move and we’re older patrons. We had to move ourselves including 2 sets of stairs ...
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
Very good location. Rooms are very small, no fridge. Welcome drink at 5pm a nice touch. Staff very nice and helpful
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
The Passage Urban & Lifestyle Hotel
If you like a room where the a/c won't go below 23.5 degress then you'll love this place. No hot water on the final day of my stay was perhaps provided to help ncool me down!
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
Der Teufelhof Basel
Great location, friendly staff and very reasonable price.Be aware the rooms have no air conditioning.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel - Member of Design Hotels
Amazing cozy hotel
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels
It was fantastic! Great staff!
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vorstädte
Altstadt Grossbasel
Take time in Altstadt Grossbasel to visit attractions like Swiss Architecture Museum and Basel Town Hall. 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.
Old Town
Museums, art galleries, and live music are just a few things travelers 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 neighborhood.
Basel City Centre
Museums, art galleries, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Rosentalanlage 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
Restaurants and river views are some things travelers note about Clara. Check out Rosentalanlage 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.
