Old Town Travel Guide
Basel





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

James Bond’s Schilthorn & Mürren Tour | From Basel

Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

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

Central City Hotel Rochat
"Excellent stay! Thank you!"
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Hotel Märthof Basel
"Great location. Friendly attentive staff. Beautiful historic building but classic modern interior. Enjoyed our stay."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
"Staff was very helpful prior to arrival and they were helpful with transportation arrangements. The bed was comfy but the AC did not work well at all and our room was very hot making it difficult to sleep."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Limehome Basel Town Hall
"Lack of a person at checkin and no bag room made this hotel inconvenient"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Motel One Basel
"Rooms were very clean and spacious. Staff assisted with all needs. Location in Basel was excellent, in the heart of old town providing for easy walking tours."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Krafft Basel
"The property was beautiful and unique. Room was clean and all amenities are nearby. Beautiful view of the river and nice ambiance by the restaurant."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 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.




















