Town Hall - the seat of government
Basel's Town Hall is a combination of fine architecture, art and politics from five centuries. The splendid building on Marktplatz is still the seat of government of the canton of Basel-City today. On our tour through the rooms of the canton's...
Price:
CHF 250
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50
Cathedral - the city's hallmark
Discover Basel's glorious Cathedral, the most famous landmark of our city. Built on a hill overlooking the Rhine, with its red sandstone walls, colourful roof tiles and twin towers, no other building adorns the cityscape of Basel like the...
Price:
CHF 250
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50
Spalentor - fortified city gate
Climb the steep stairs of the mediaeval city gate Spalentor and discover one of the city's most famous landmarks. The climb is well worth the effort and the views across the roof-tops of the Old Town are simply wonderful. A quick breather...
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Evening surcharge after 6 pm CHF 60
The Blue and White House - residences of silk ribbon manufacturers
On our tour you will discover how silk ribbon manufacturers brought wealth to Basel and what this has to do with the most important industry in the city today. Our tour takes you to the two former family homes of the Sarasin family - from the...
Duration
1 hrs.Languages offered
- German
- English
Price:
CHF 250
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50
Guided architecture tour - the changing face of Dreispitz
One of the most interesting topics in modern urban design is without a doubt the spatial planning of urban districts. Basel is noted for its modern architecture and boasts impressive examples of how industrial sites can be developed into vibrant...
Price:
CHF 300
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50
Guided architecture tour – a district in transition
Our architectural tour of Kleinbasel begins at the exhibition centre and leads past exemplary industrial buildings to the Museum Tinguely. The density of spectacular buildings in this part of the city offers you a fascinating insight into the...
Price:
CHF 300
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50
Guided architecture tour – masterpieces in the centre
In Basel's city centre, highlights of contemporary architecture and historic buildings come together to form a fascinating sight. Your architectural journey through time begins at the Kunstmuseum Basel. Enjoy the view of the modern Roche Towers...
Price:
CHF 300
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50
Erlenmatt – where city chic and park life meet
From old freight depot to trendy residential quarter. In northern Basel, a former freight depot has been transformed into a vibrant new quarter. The new area sets the standard for sustainable development in the city and offers a glimpse of...
Duration
1 hrs. 30 min.Languages offered
- German
- English
- French
Price:
CHF 300
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50
Guided architecture tour – modern architecture in St. Johann
From the new Biozentrum to the new Novartis Pavillon: this guided tour offers an interesting cross section of Basel's contemporary architecture scene. The former working-class district of St. Johann exemplifies the way Basel is moving...
Price:
CHF 300
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50
Art in the City
We take you on a stroll through the vast open-air art gallery which Basel has to offer. Many fabulous artworks can be discovered gracing the city's streets and piazzas. Discover works by Jean Tinguely, Richard Serra, Bettina Eichin and many other...
Price:
CHF 300
Evening surcharge after 6.00 pm: CHF 60
Express surcharge less than 24 hours in advance: CHF 50