Basel: Highlights and Old Town Guided Walk
ID: GYG857735-1354145
Category:
Country: Switzerland
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Explore the charming old town of Basel, discover its highlights and hidden treasures. Get exciting stories and anecdotes on this guided tour and enjoy the picturesque atmosphere.
This tour is only available in German.
Get to know Basel in a relaxed way. Start the self-guided tour and spend a varied and beautiful time in this exciting and fascinating city.
This tour offers you a fascinating mix of historical exploration and modern joie de vivre. The tour starts at the Spalentor, from where you will head to the city's highlights. Discover the cathedral, the winding alleyways of the old town and the town hall.
The tour covers around 5 kilometres and 23 stops, providing fascinating insights into the history and culture of Basel. Plan a whole day for this tour - or split it into two days. There are always opportunities to stop for refreshments or take a break in cosy places or by the Rhine.
On the tour you will get to know historical sites, ‘meet’ Nobel Prize winners and see the swimmers in the Rhine in summer.
It's like being shown Basel by a good friend who knows the city like the back of his hand and has many exciting stories and anecdotes to tell.
An entertaining and varied tour that brings you closer to the beauty and history of Basel.
You can start the tour at any time and as often as you like in the browser of a smartphone. On site or even from the comfort of your sofa.
Enjoy your time in Basel!
*** Good to know ***
You will receive the link to start the tour in an email directly after booking.
This tour includes a trip on one of the historic Rhine ferries. In summer, it runs daily from 9 am to 8 pm. During the Basel Autumn Fair from 11 am to 10 pm. In winter it runs between 11 am and 5 pm. Please take the 2 francs with you in cash.
Highlights
- Interactive, as each booked participant has the tour info on their smartphone
- A varied tour with interesting stories awaits you
- Solve entertaining tasks and riddles while strolling through the streets
- Read interesting facts about the history and culture of Basel
- Follow the tour at your own pace and take time to explore at each stop
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You will receive the link to start the tour on your smartphone in a separate email shortly after booking.
An internet connection is required to start the tour. The tour is downloaded automatically and can then be used offline. During the tour you only need an internet connection if you want to use links to further information.
To start the tour with your smartphone, use the link you received in a separate email shortly after booking.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
