Basel City Centre

Basel

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A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river, and lush greenery along the riverbank.
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Stay near popular Basel City Centre attractions

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Marktplatz

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You can enjoy retail therapy at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
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Things to do

Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours

Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours

RM64
per adult
Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours
Zurich: Private eTukTuk City Tour

Zurich: Private eTukTuk City Tour

RM506
per adult
Zurich: Private eTukTuk City Tour
Swiss Cheese Tasting Experience | Basel

Swiss Cheese Tasting Experience | Basel

RM80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swiss Cheese Tasting Experience | Basel
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

RM153
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide
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Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour

RM132
per adult
Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Swiss Chocolate Tasting Experience | Basel

Swiss Chocolate Tasting Experience | Basel

RM77
per adult
Swiss Chocolate Tasting Experience | Basel
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Where to stay in Basel City Centre

Find the best Basel City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Old Town

Museums, art galleries and live music are just a few things travellers 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.

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Altstadt Grossbasel

If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Swiss Architecture Museum and Basel Town Hall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Vorstädte

If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Sankt Alban

While visiting Sankt Alban, you might make a stop by sights like St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park.

A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.

Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Basel City Centre