Stories of Basel's Old Town
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Take a walking tour of Basel: expert and flexible guides take pleasure in presenting you with facts and anecdotes – both serious and light-hearted – about the past and the present. Discover Basel's old town, which features picturesque corners, prominent historic landmarks and also contemporary attractions such as modern buildings designed by well-known architects. Get to know Basel in more depth and marvel at various witnesses to the city's past. Take part in a fascinating two-hour journey through history and really get a feel for the city at the bend in the Rhine.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Depending on the composition of the group, tour commentaries may be given bilingual from Sunday to Friday.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Commentary in English and German
Professional guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks
What To Expect
Tinguely Fountain
In 1977 Jean Tinguely created sculptural machines in a shallow fountain where the stage of the old city theatre company once stood, and in the process gifted Basel a famous new landmark.
Basel Historical Museum - Barfuesserkirche
This church is nowadays home of the Historic Museum of Basel.
Options
English
German/English biling. Easter
German/English bilingual
Bilingual commentary.
German
Reviews
193 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Walking is not too much
Sandy K,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00You take time at each spot and hear the history. Very well done. Bea did the English version and her book of photos and stories were exemplary.
Thank you sooo Jasmin for a great tour 🙂
Ann T,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Soooooooo interesting, really! Jasmin was sooo nice and had such great informations to share! I had a very good time 🤗
I canceled more than 24...
Julia B,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
1.00I canceled more than 24 hrs (my time) Flight didn’t arrive on time to make the tour.. so didn’t go..
Basel's city tour
Mimi H,
Jul 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Tour guide was very knowledgeable, a local of Basel, a previous teacher and wonderful to listen as she knows how to explain well.
A get-acquainted tour of Basel, could have been better!
John M,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
3.00There might have been less talk at some locations to allow for more site visits. Tourists should not be allowed to smoke during the tour. It might have been better to cluster like sites together. Ambient noise was at times distracting. Sites we visited provided an interesting Basel City history, especially the water fountains and the various statues.
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Operated by Basel Tourismus