Old Town Travel Guide
Basel





Visit Old Town
Stay near popular Old Town attractions
Things to do

Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

Basel Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours

City tour Basel (walking tour)
Top hotels in Old Town

Hotel Märthof Basel

Central City Hotel Rochat
"The staff was friendly and helpful with suggestions and directions. The room was clean and staff very friendly. The breakfast was very good and convenient. The location was great for being able to walk to most attractions. The overall experience was excellent and I would stay there again in a ..."
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Motel One Basel

Limehome Basel Town Hall
"Location was walkable to and from train station. We didn't spend much time in the area, was a stop over for us, but looked like the property was in a good location for access to city sights and restaurant options. Check in and out were easy using the instructions provided by the host."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
"Fantastic location..., reception staff especially the young lady extremely helpful.... beautiful location.. fabulous terrace. The only thing the rooms were just a little tired otherwise could not fault and would recommend"
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Old Town

Basel City Centre
Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Munsterplatz while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.

Altstadt Grossbasel
If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. 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.

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.

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

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




















