Basel Walking Tour: Discover History & Culture

Discover Basel’s hidden gems and iconic landmarks on a private tour tailored to your interests. Explore with a local guide for an unforgettable experience.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Basel - This journey guides you through iconic sites like the impressive Basel Munster, the lively Market Square, and the stunning Town Hall.
    As you explore, you’ll discover hidden treasures, including quaint alleyways and local spots often overlooked by tourists. The tour is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to customize the…
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Private Walking Tour
  • Bottled water
  • Pick up at your accommodation (If located in the city) or cruise terminal
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees (to any particular attraction)
Additional Information

Discover Basel with a local expert on this captivating private walking tour, featuring personalized insights and an in-depth look into the city’s vibrant history and culture. On this adaptable tour, visit renowned sites such as the Basel Munster, the bustling Market Square, and the magnificent Town Hall. Stroll through the picturesque cobblestone…

Location
Basel Town Hall
Marktplatz
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Gregory_c
Oct 7, 2025
Basel Highlights - Our guide John, met us at our hotel and gave us a 2 hour tour of Basel, Switzerland. He showed us historical places and funny things. Both sides of the Rhine River, the cathedral and the old wall surrounding Basel. Ending with a ride on Basel's public transportation. He patiently answered all our guestions and was an excellent guide.
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Davidw
Oct 1, 2025
Great Basel Tour - Julienne was very knowledgeable of the city history and art. We learned a lot of about the city. We recommend.
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Wendy
Sep 28, 2025
Our guide was extremely... - Our guide was extremely personable and had a great knowledge of the city..we were fortunate to be able to have a taste of an organ concert in the cathedral
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John
Sep 17, 2025
Basal is a safe, clean and beautiful city. Enjoying our time here very much. - Ion was a personable and knowledgeable guide. We were not rushed and Ion took his time to answer our questions. Tour went over the time limit with no fuss.
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Jenniferll7164wi
Sep 6, 2025
Good city tour - Fantastic city tour, in less than 3 hours we managed to see all the main places and always with lots of information. We even tried their traditional biscuit along the way. Just go for this tour!
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Marthapu5508yn
Sep 5, 2025
Basel tour - We loved our tour and Basel is truly a hidden gem. John our guide was waiting for us at the reception on time, very kind and giving us lots of information about the city's history, economy, sites and daily life. Overal the tour is super well designed 5 stars!!
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Nathalielw8377tt
Sep 4, 2025
One of the highlights of my trip! - I had a great experience with this tour! I was looking for someone to show me around while traveling solo, and this ended up being one of the highlights of my trip. Exploring Basel with a knowledgeable guide made me feel like I was walking around with a friend who knew all the secret corners, fascinating stories, and details I would have completely missed on my own. It was the perfect introduction to the city. We went to well-known landmarks, as well as hidden spots filled with local anecdotes and unique facts. As a solo traveler, I really appreciated the personal attention and how it was tailored to my interests. My guide made me feel welcome and shared great tips for the rest of my stay. I left the tour with a deeper appreciation for Basel and a list of places to revisit. I enjoyed the experience so much that I booked a second tour with the same agency to keep exploring more of Basel. Both tours gave me such a genuine connection to the city, far beyond the usual tourist highlights. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who wants to discover the city in a more intimate and authentic way.
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G1633iaanastasial
Aug 26, 2025
Basel is a hidden gem - We had an extra day in Basel and went for this tour. As the title says Basel might be not as popular as other swiss cities but is for sure a hidden gem. We loved to stroll through it and having a passionate and welcoming guide made our experience even better. Well worth the money
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Mark_e
Aug 23, 2025
Do this tour! - Julianna was fabulous! She was incredibly knowledgeable and fun to hang out with. She was very generous with her time, and we loved the overview of Basel. We never felt rushed, and it seemed like we were with a friend who wanted us to genuinely experience the best of the city.
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S5197dwmatts
Oct 4, 2025
Basel surprised us in the best way! - I was surprised by how much history and beauty there is behind Basel. I’ve been to Switzerland twice, but it was my first time in Basel, and taking this tour with Switzerland Viva Tours was a great choice! Our tour guide, Ion, was very knowledgeable, kind, and funny. My teenage children had a lot of fun, and the three hours went by so quickly. We loved it!
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From $75
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).