Basel
Travel Guide
Visit Basel
Where to stay in Basel
Basel City Centre
Museums, art galleries, and historic 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.
Old Town
Museums, art galleries, and live music are just a few things travelers 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.
Altstadt Grossbasel
Take time in Altstadt Grossbasel to visit attractions like Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Vorstädte
Take time in Vorstädte to visit attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Sankt Alban
If you're spending some time in Sankt Alban, St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park are top sights worth seeing.
Kleinbasel
Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Staff was welcoming and extremely helpful
Reviewed on 7 February 2026
Hotel Märthof Basel
Great location
Reviewed on 9 January 2026
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
Great service and the room was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the free public transportation ticket and included breakfast!
Reviewed on 24 January 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Basel City
Good
Reviewed on 6 February 2026
City Pop 2Night Basel - Self check-in
Great location! Clean room. Laundry facilities
Reviewed on 15 November 2025
Limehome Basel Münzgasse
Room clean, access easy
Reviewed on 22 January 2026
Popular places to visit
Marktplatz
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who call Basel Zoo home during your travels in Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Basler Muenster
Learn about the local history of Basel when you spend time at Basler Muenster. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Art Museum
You can study the exhibits at Basel Art Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Town Hall
After visiting Basel Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
St. Jakobshalle
Catch an event at St. Jakobshalle during your trip to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Other places like Basel
- St. Jakobshalle
- Marktplatz
- Congress Center Basel
- Basel Zoo
- Basler Muenster
- St. Jakob-Park
- Basel University
- Stuecki Shopping Center Basel
- Munsterplatz
- Musical Theater Basel
- Caricature and Cartoon Museum
- Stucki Business Park
- Basel Historical Museum
- Basel Cathedral
- White and Blue House
- BIS Tower
- Basel Paper Mill
