Stories of Basel's Old Town

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Old Town — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tinguely Fountain — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: German, English
Operated by: Basel Tourismus

Ages: Children (6–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Commentary in English and German
Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Tinguely Fountain

5 min

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

5 min

This church is nowadays home of the Historic Museum of Basel.
Basel Minster

10 min

Together with the Mittlere Brücke, the Basler Münster (Cathedral) is probably the most famous landmark in Basel. With its red sandstone walls, colourful roof tiles and twin towers, no other building adorns the cityscape of Basel like the Cathedral.
Museum der Kulturen Basel

Passing by

The Museum der Kulturen Basel ranks among the leading ethnographic museums in Europe.
Marktplatz

5 min

You will pass by the lively market of Basel.
Town Hall

5 min

The City Hall is the seat of the Basel government and its parliament. In the midst of the Old Town, it is particularly eyecatching with its red facade, the characteristic tower and playful frescoes.
Stop 7

5 min

Beautiful square surrounded by little shops and beautiful houses.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Tinguely fountain at Steinenberg / Theatre square

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.