Vorstädte Travel Guide
Basel
Visit Vorstädte
Popular places to visit
Basel Art Museum
Appreciate a vast assortment of impressive works spanning several centuries on the gallery walls of the country’s largest art museum.
Basel University
Explore the campus of Basel University during your visit to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Theater Basel
Enjoy a show at Theater Basel, a theatre with a story to tell in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Spalentor
You can learn about the history of Basel with a visit to Spalentor. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Sankt Johanns-Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sankt Johanns-Park, a lovely green space in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Caricature and Cartoon Museum
You can study the exhibits at Caricature and Cartoon Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Things to do
City tour Basel (walking tour)
Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
Basel Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Top hotels in Vorstädte
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Got a very large room (548) comfortable bed
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
NIce hotel in a great location. The room was comfortable and very clean. The staff was very helpful with questions.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Passage
The pillows were tough.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Nomad Design & Lifestyle Hotel
Great hotel at a great location. Mika at reception was especially helpful, recommending restaurants and activities. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Der Teufelhof Basel
Perfect spot to access downtown old town. Great restaurants just close to hotel.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels
A lovely modern hotel in the heart of Basel. The room was large with lots of nice touches such as a free minibar. Despite being near a number of bars and clubs we found the soundproofing excellent.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vorstädte
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.
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.
Kleinbasel
Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Clara
Well liked for its restaurants and river views, you might stop by Musical Theater Basel and Munsterplatz while you're exploring Clara and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
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.
Gundeldingen
While you're in Gundeldingen, take in top sights like Via Gottardo and jump on the metro at Bhfeingang Gundeldingen Tram Stop to see more of the city.
