Basel Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide
Overview
Begin your walking tour in Basel with captivating stories from the city's distant past as your guide leads you through picturesque streets, highlighting significant landmarks and sharing intriguing historical anecdotes. Explore Basel Minster, a stunning example of Gothic architecture, and the Barfüsserkirche, renowned for its beautiful cloister. Continue on to City Hall, a striking building steeped in history, and delve into Basel's cultural heritage at the Museum der Kulturen. Along the way, admire the Tinguely Fountain, a unique modern sculpture that adds a contemporary flair to the historic surroundings. This private tour offers a personalized experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in Basel's history and architecture at your own pace, guided by a knowledgeable local. Benefit from your guide's insights and receive valuable advice on other attractions and activities in the city.
What's Included
- Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
- Walking tour
- Private or Small group tour available
- In-person: English, Spanish, German, Italian speaking guide
- Tips (Optional)
- Drink and Food
- Entry to monuments and museums
- Transportations (The cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)
Meeting Location
Altstadt Grossbasel
Basel, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Basel Minster
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basel Historical Museum - Barfuesserkirche
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
City Hall
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Museum der Kulturen Basel
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tinguely Fountain
24 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Recommended for all travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- It's a city tour and not a tour inside the monuments.
- Please note: A minimum of 2 participants is required for the group option.
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Activity code: C-104357P471
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