Stories of Basel's Old Town
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Commentary in English and German
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Klostergasse 7
4051 Basel, Switzerland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Basel, Switzerland
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Tinguely Fountain
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basel Historical Museum - Barfuesserkirche
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basel Minster
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Museum der Kulturen Basel (pass by)
Town Hall
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Andreasplatz
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Commentary in English and German.
- Professional guide.
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Stories of Basel's Old Town is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Stories of Basel’s Old Town will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Commentary in English and German
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
