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
Top hotels in Old Town
Hotel Märthof Basel
"Great location; staff very helpful. Rooms are great - spacious, well appointed and maintained."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Central City Hotel Rochat
"Great stay! Hôtel was clean and staff were helpful. They were doing construction but there was no impact on stay. Laundry service available but it is 24 hour so no self service. Good location for exploring the town"
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
"I booked this hotel on the recommendation of my travel agent. The location was excellent for walking about the city. The staff were very helpful & professional. The breakfast was delicious that they served. I had everything I needed in the room & they gave me one on the back of the hotel which was ..."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Limehome Basel Town Hall
Motel One Basel
"The location, the cleanliness and the presentation of the hotel is fantastic. But it really was brought to life by the staff, especially Daniel on reception, who went the extra mile for us at every turn. Would stay here again in a heartbeat."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Riverside Hotel Merian - opening 2026
"Quite noise nights on the town side (rheingasse) if you can profit from the river view"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 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 Basel Art Museum and Spalentor. 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.
