Explore Basel in 60 minutes with a Local

Experience the best of Basel in just one hour! Join our top-rated walking tour led by a local guide and discover the city’s lifestyle and transformation. Perfect for first-time visitors or those looking to rediscover Basel.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Basel Minster - Experience the grandeur of Basler Münster, an iconic cathedral known for its stunning architecture and panoramic views over the Rhine.

  • Town Hall - Visit the vibrant red Basel Town Hall, a landmark of civic pride featuring exquisite frescoes and a bustling market square.

  • Bar Les Trois Rois - See Hotel Les Trois Rois, one of Europe’s oldest hotels, offering luxurious accommodations and breathtaking river views.

  • Spalentor - Walk through Spalentor, Basel’s majestic city gate that stands as a testament to medieval fortification and architectural beauty.

  • Porte St. Alban - Discover St. Alban City Gate, a historical gateway that introduces the serene and picturesque St. Alban quarter.

What's Included
  • Small Group Experience
  • Knowledgeable Local
  • Personalised Recommendations
What's Not Included
  • Personal Expenses
Additional Information

Ranked as the top on-foot exploration of Basel offered by a local private individual, it accommodates a group of up to 6 attendees.

Only got 60 minutes to be charmed by Basel? Challenge on board!
Experience Basel in a quick yet worthwhile tour, where you’ll gain valuable knowledge about the city, the lifestyle of its inhabitants, and its ongoing urban metamorphosis.

We’ll organize our get-together at St. Albans Tor and start our leisurely walk from there :-)

Unearth the typical day in the life of a Basel resident, and understand the origins of the city’s distinctive charm by observing it from a local’s perspective.
As you stroll through various parts of the city, you’ll get to discern what exactly makes Basel unique! This is also an opportunity for you to receive local recommendations for the finest cafes, diners, and pubs to explore during your stay, and learn how to enhance your visit.

This experience is ideal for those making their inaugural visit to the city, or for those looking to see it afresh!

  • This tour is hosted by an independent local.
  • You will be part of a small group of up to 6 travellers.
  • The itinerary adapts to travellers’ interests and walking pace.
  • Stops may vary depending on weather conditions.
  • Entry tickets for transportation, museums, and monuments excluded.
  • Not recommended for guests with impaired mobility
Location
St. Alban-Vorstadt 101
Sankt Alban-Vorstadt
We will meet at the St-Alban City Gate to start our fun express walk together!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Kevin_w
Jul 10, 2024
Very informative tour - Feh was lovely and took the time to research our family ancestors in Basel. She even went beyond the 1 hour to make sure we got the most out of Basel. Communication prior to the tour was excellent.
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324thee
Jan 29, 2024
Great tour! - Francis was lovely and very knowledgeable. She was also very flexible as we got on the wrong tram and she came to meet us at the train station instead of our designated spot to ensure we got into the beautiful cathedral before closing time. Great tour!!!
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Pamela_b
Oct 7, 2023
Fabulous time ! - My guide was so knowledgeable!! I had a lovely time exploring the city…only had an hour to spare so the tour time was perfect !
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Kdtinek
Mar 24, 2023
Perfect! - We really enjoyed it. Shown around by lovely Duygu who knew the answer to basically every question that we had. This was a lovely time, a lovely start to the city of Basel, we saw th emost important parts and knew what to do, where to go next.
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O4620lcdominikw
Mar 23, 2023
Tour with Martina - The 60-minute city tour with Martina was a great way to get an overview of Basel. Martina's insights and recommendations were invaluable. Thank you, Martina!
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Soophiiiieee
Mar 23, 2023
Great Introduction - Markus is a fantastic guide! His city tour was the perfect way to see Basel's main sights and learn about its history. Thank you for the great experience, Markus
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Maksymilant
Mar 21, 2023
Nice start to visit - My girlfriend and I only had a day in Basel and decided to book a tour with Viator. Our guide Martina showed us all the must-see sites. Perfect tour to get a first introduction of the city, she also showed us some loclas gems.
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Adventure157683
Mar 20, 2023
Happy travellers :) - Our local was very kind and knew the city like the back of his pocket. Nice anecdotes and inside stories you cannot find online. We never were in Basel before so this was a good start to get a feel of the city. It helped us afterwards when we wanted to explore on our own. Nice tour, would book it again.
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Danny_d
Nov 27, 2022
Informative tour! - Guide was on time, one on one made tour the best. Wonderful sites, guide is knowledgeable and easy to understand. We had a great time.
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Margaret_d
Sep 23, 2022
Nice walking tour of... - Nice walking tour of Basel! Francis was very nice and gave a great overview! Basel was very beautiful!
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