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

Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

฿1,209
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours

Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours

฿504
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours
Basel Self-Guided Audio Experience

Basel Self-Guided Audio Experience

฿200
per adult
Basel Self-Guided Audio Experience
Spalentor

Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour

฿1,048
per adult
Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Basel Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

฿152
per adult
Basel Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
City guide

City tour Basel (walking tour)

฿967
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City tour Basel (walking tour)
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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 ฿6,269 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿6,269
฿6,851 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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
The price is ฿8,942 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿8,942
฿9,626 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
Hotel Märthof Basel
Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat

3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23 Basel
The price is ฿4,108 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,108
฿4,608 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (785 reviews)
"We loved it all. We only had 1 night. Wished we stayed longer.special mention to João who was very friendly, helpful and informative. But all the staff were came across here wonderful."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Central City Hotel Rochat
Pullman Basel Europe

Pullman Basel Europe

4 out of 5
Clarastrasse 43 Basel BS
The price is ฿6,308 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
฿6,308
฿6,892 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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 and the property ...
Pullman Basel Europe
Essential by Dorint Basel City

Essential by Dorint Basel City

4 out of 5
Schoenaustrasse 10 Basel BS
The price is ฿5,362 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿5,362
฿5,910 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was nice and clean, check in was smooth and everyone is so friendly and welcoming. The room I booked came with a free mini bar which was great. The area is quiet but very close to bus stop and trams to get around thw city. The breakfast has great options and was very tasty"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Essential by Dorint Basel City
HYPERION Hotel Basel

HYPERION Hotel Basel

4 out of 5
Messeplatz 12 Basel BS
The price is ฿5,287 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿5,287
฿5,832 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
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 street with tram tracks, a building with a sign for Kunstmuseum Basel, and a construction crane.

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.

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