Basel City Centre Travel Guide

Basel

A modern white building with a unique angular design, set against a clear blue sky.
A modern architectural structure with a geometric design, featuring a large white building in the background and a person sitting on a swing-like chair in the foreground.
A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river, and lush greenery along the riverbank.
A modern building with a large glass window reflecting interior lights and a wooden deck.
A modern building with large glass windows and a wooden deck with outdoor seating.

Stay near popular Basel City Centre attractions

A historic European square with ornate buildings, a prominent tower, and cobblestone streets.

Marktplatz

9.0/10 (1,102 reviews)
You can enjoy retail therapy at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
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Things to do

Tour on the vintage tram

Tour on the vintage tram

฿820
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour on the vintage tram
Tour on the vintage tram

Tour on the vintage tram

฿841
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tour on the vintage tram
Basel Private Tour - James Bond's Schilthorn and Lauterbrunnen

James Bond’s Schilthorn & Mürren Tour | From Basel

฿18,699
per adult
James Bond’s Schilthorn & Mürren Tour | From Basel
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

฿1,230
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Spalentor

Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour

฿1,066
per adult
Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Swiss Chocolate Tasting Experience | Basel

Swiss Chocolate Tasting Experience | Basel

฿615
per adult
Swiss Chocolate Tasting Experience | Basel
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Top hotels in Basel City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

4 out of 5
Steinentorstrasse 25 Basel BS
The price is ฿6,696 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿6,696
฿7,294 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel

4.5 out of 5
Marktgasse 19 Basel BS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿9,935 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿9,935
฿10,656 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (853 reviews)
"Great hotel, would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hotel Märthof Basel
Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat

3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23 Basel
The price is ฿4,339 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,339
฿4,847 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (759 reviews)
"Great stay! Hôtel was clean and staff were helpful. They were doing construction but there was no impact on stay. Laundry service available but it is 24 hour so no self service. Good location for exploring the town"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Central City Hotel Rochat
Essential by Dorint Basel City

Essential by Dorint Basel City

4 out of 5
Schoenaustrasse 10 Basel BS
The price is ฿5,199 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿5,199
฿5,741 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"all rooms don't have AC so you have to be careful. I had to upgrade my room because no AC do not fit me ;) They should say so when we book. We should have an option."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Essential by Dorint Basel City
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Steinengraben 69 Basel BS
The price is ฿5,140 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿5,140
฿5,679 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
HYPERION Hotel Basel

HYPERION Hotel Basel

4 out of 5
Messeplatz 12 Basel BS
The price is ฿5,500 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
฿5,500
฿6,053 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Basel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"EXCELLENT SERVICE. ROOMS WERE BEAUTIFUL. I WAS GIVEN A CARD TO USE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATUON FOR FREE FOE TGE TIME I WAS THERE. CONVENIANTLY LOCATE NEXT TO A SHOPPING MALL. BUS SND TRAM STOPS WERE AT THE HOTEL.DOOR. I LOVED IT. IT WAS WORTH FOR THE PRICE. OVER SLL A BEAURIFUL EXPERIENCE, I WILL STAY ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

HYPERION Hotel Basel
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Where to stay in Basel City Centre

Find the best Basel City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Basel City Centre
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A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings and a Gothic church with spires.

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.

A historic building with ornate facades, large windows, and a clock tower.
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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.

A modern building with a curved roof and a traditional building with a sloped roof in the background.
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Vorstädte

If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Basel Art Museum and Spalentor. 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.

A river with swans, a bridge, a path, and buildings in the background.

Sankt Alban

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

A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.

Kleinbasel

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

Basel City Centre Travel Guide