Basel Historical Old Town Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Known as the cultural capital of Switzerland, our Basel Heritage tour will take you on a journey through the jewel of Northern Switzerland. With your guide, you will discover the historic city center and have the chance to stroll through some of the oldest and best-loved buildings in Europe. Climb to the top of the iconic Basel Münster cathedral, where you will enjoy stunning views over the city skyline. Visit the Opera House, and take in the fantastic art on display throughout the city. Hear about how the small city rose from rags to riches, to become one of Europe’s favorite historic destinations.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Private local expert guide

All Fees and Taxes

Visit local landmark

What To Expect

Basel's Old Town

Our discovery will take us to the heart of Swiss heritage as we explore the historic city of Basel. Internationally acknowledged as the cultural capital of Switzerland, our tour will take in the art, architecture, and rich array of historical sights that pepper the city. Your guide will reveal the multi-cultural stories behind some of the city’s best-loved buildings, including the 500-year-old Roothus (Town Hall), where you will have the chance to see some of Europe’s most distinguished artworks. Wander the cobbled streets of the stunning Old town Grossbasel, where you will discover the birthplace of pharmaceuticals and 360-degree views from the iconic Basel Minster cathedral. Journey back in time as you explore the lofty Romanesque passageways and hear how the building grew alongside the city into modern times. Immerse yourself in rich Swiss culture with a visit to the original Basel opera house, where you will discover the whimsical Tinguely fountain.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

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Basel Historical Old Town Tour

Reviews

4.35

48 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Terrible communication
Brad F,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
1.00
I do not write negative reviews. Generally believe only leave review if possitive. This is a exception. Rceived this email at 1:14 am for my 9:00am tour. "Hello Brad Kindly note the tour will be taking place on Wednesday morning at 09h00 We remain at your service!" As soon as I saw this message, I replied via WhatsApp, Viator portal and left voice message. I booked for today Tues 9am, not Wed. I assumed they just made a typo mistake when they said my tour was Wed. I tried to contact them for clarification. Tuesday was our last day in Basel. I never received a response from the Tour Company Tours of Switzerland so went to my Tuesday 9am time. No guide showed up. Had to call Viator, just to find out Tours of Switzerland canceled me the morning of the tour, rebooked me for the next day. I will not be in Basel that day. My party of 4 people was not enough for them to show up. They just sent out the encrypted email that morning. Not so bad they canceled, just howvthey did it. Terrible communication.
Basel City Tour Confusion
KBrett R,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
1.00
This tour did not occur, as there was confusion between Viator and the local tour operator on the pickup location (our hotel), for which the location / address was previously indicated in the tour booking, which was made 7 months earlier. The tour operator did not contact Viator or us in advance to clarify the pickup location. We waited but no one showed up, and Viator / us could not reach the tour operator until later in the morning. Tour was not rescheduled. The tour operator advised that Viator did not pass on the specific pickup location and our contact info to them. A refund is pending from Viator / tour operator. Overall it was a very bad experience.
Basel old town market
Valeria R,
Jun 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Jonas was great! He gave us a customized tour of the old town shopping area & it was lovely. Pretty buildings, fantastic artworks & many shops & restaurants to choose from
Fantastic tour! Informative and fun. Everyone should take it. Thank you again!
Rail B,
Jun 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00
So personable and interesting! We loved it. I learned a lot and our teens especially loved our guide’s expertise. Small sizes and individual attention were a plus. Would go again!
Beautiful Basel
Luigina M,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Jonas our guide, was very knowledgeable and very informative and made our walk extremely pleasurable. He was very helpful to us as older people in keeping us safe.