Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Basel October 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Basel Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel.dx6050770)[Hotels in Basel](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Hotels.d6050770.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Basel](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Basel.d6050770.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Basel Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Basel.d6050770.Car-Hire-Guide)[Basel Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel.d6050770.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Basel ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Basel Types of activities Where to stay [Basel travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel.dx6050770) ![Basel featuring a river or creek and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81482-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Basel which includes modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81488-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Basel showing street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81481-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Basel which includes modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81485-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Basel](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81479-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Basel Attractions Never one to shy away from unique ways to get inspired and broaden your horizons, you're eager to check out a new destination from top to bottom. It's not difficult to fill your time, because Expedia can hook you up with lots of things to do. Find and book your activities today, and the only thing left to do is count the days until your holiday and prepare to have fun! - Book your favourite excursion on Expedia for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a dream hotel or fine meal while you are in town. The activities in Basel are not only perfect for you, but they won't bust your budget. We have 72 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at £7. - Basel is a favourite among adventurers similar to you. In fact, plenty of travellers have been visiting to check out local hot spots and participate in the best activities, and many of them are already planning to come back. The top things to do can grab the attention of even experienced travellers, and one look at our list explains why. Our activities includes a wide range of historically themed outings and opportunities for excitement. With [Basel Region Sightseeing Helicopter Flight](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-region-sightseeing-helicopter-flight.a417975.activity-details), there is an abundance of selections at your fingertips when you review the finest tours here at Expedia. Our activities are the best way to organise your getaway. You'll need an expert itinerary to make the most of a trip to Basel, especially when you wish to include lots of exciting activities. And we know you're itching to explore every avenue遥ou are ready to get out and see what life is like for locals. You're thrilled to sign up for the best activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is what you love best. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Basel ### Tours & day trips [See all 70 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50092223/aee1d840-6be9-4b9a-9956-06904ffe6cbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours 2h Free cancellation available £12 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zurich-old-town-walking-tour-2-hours.a50092223.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50339371/587e1d9e-dbec-4b59-b52b-4c436064884a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide 2h Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-sightseeing-bus-tour-with-audio-guide.a50339371.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel’s Historical Old Town Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2122655/06b08579-d661-4258-bf42-ee2dc43a67e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel’s Historical Old Town Tour 1h 30m Free cancellation available £15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basels-heritage-with-a-local-speciality-private-tour.a2122655.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47616975/e27cc1c4-0a0f-4826-a398-0f073a2a25d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour 2h 6/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-city-sightseeing-bus-tour.a47616975.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Walking Tour through Basel Old Town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50085897/9ac7d2a8-6177-437c-aa0c-32653884ccde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Walking Tour through Basel Old Town 2h 9.4/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walking-tour-through-basel-old-town.a50085897.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49165743/a65c0644-556a-4b81-b524-78be49e0da68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide 2h Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-old-town-private-walking-tour.a49165743.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel Private City Tour with Chocolate tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50399649/caa054dc-313b-43ff-b8a3-d0f12efb5d54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel Private City Tour with Chocolate tasting 3h Free cancellation available £209 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-private-city-tour-with-chocolate-tasting.a50399649.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel Private Tour Highlights And Hidden Gems](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50206236/ce37b9ca-03c7-4c51-a821-e282835f0b4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel Private Tour Highlights And Hidden Gems 3h Free cancellation available £123 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-private-tour-highlights-and-hidden-gems.a50206236.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49176896/b4391ae2-cbbb-44f7-a4b9-d393de24eb16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour 2h Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-scavenger-hunt-and-highlights-self-guided-tour.a49176896.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46309600/abbc656b-3f96-40d3-a8bf-894dc62ece25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour) 8h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-private-custom-walking-tour-with-a-local-guide.a46309600.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 9 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Basel Private City Tour with Chocolate tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50399649/caa054dc-313b-43ff-b8a3-d0f12efb5d54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel Private City Tour with Chocolate tasting 3h Free cancellation available £209 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-private-city-tour-with-chocolate-tasting.a50399649.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Private Tour to Lauterbrunnen, Kleine Scheidegg, Grindelwald](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47427537/1461d897-aa62-4f35-a88e-15d8ca1eec71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour to Lauterbrunnen, Kleine Scheidegg, Grindelwald 10h Free cancellation available £377 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-to-lauterbrunnen-kleine-scheidegg-grindelwald.a47427537.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![1 Hour express walk of Basel with a Local](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1184320/1f96529c-432b-4721-a8ff-56a6b5cb66a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1 Hour express walk of Basel with a Local 1h £131 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-hour-private-walk-of-basel.a1184320.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Basel: Self-Guided Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44485416/a76d02c1-35d0-4847-87c2-2c816e8f78d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Basel: Self-Guided Food Tour 4/10 1 review Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-self-guided-food-tour.a44485416.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Traditional Swiss Dinner: Cheese Fondue, Starters and Dessert](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49680765/a5d8541d-d537-4e7a-9ce5-681f25e46d69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Traditional Swiss Dinner: Cheese Fondue, Starters and Dessert 2h Free cancellation available £128 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-traditional-dinner-with-wine-starters-and-swiss-dessert.a49680765.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Homemade Italian Pizza & Focaccia Experience with a Local Family](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48835862/87349685-793c-4d2a-bd74-7685ff796d8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Homemade Italian Pizza & Focaccia Experience with a Local Family 3h Free cancellation available £142 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-italian-cooking-class-and-dining-experience.a48835862.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![The Vine Tour from Lucerne (Private Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49838227/401f0f26-73fd-4558-849e-65f16a6a88f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Vine Tour from Lucerne (Private Tour) 10h Free cancellation available £1,611 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-vine-tour-from-lucerne-private-tour.a49838227.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![The Vine Tour from Zurich (Private Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3071587/5ddb1eef-eee6-485b-9915-c3da19ae9a45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Vine Tour from Zurich (Private Tour) 10h Free cancellation available £1,469 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-vine-tour-private-tour.a3071587.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Homemade Italian Lasagne Experience with a Local Family](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49034420/e8edb9ea-8eed-4835-849e-be146461f094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Homemade Italian Lasagne Experience with a Local Family 3h £142 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-italian-lasagne-cooking-and-dining-class-experience.a49034420.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Luzern Discovery:Small Group Tour and Lake Cruise from Basel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649351/b4e7a83c-a39e-4a2c-a903-13a55fdebdf7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Luzern Discovery:Small Group Tour and Lake Cruise from Basel 6h 9/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £346 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/luzern-city-small-group-tour-with-lake-cruise-from-basel.a44649351.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![Hydrofoil and surfing on the Rhine behind a motorboat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46591633/9fe94a65-f6b5-445a-864d-4326dce57fde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hydrofoil and surfing on the Rhine behind a motorboat 1h Free cancellation available £71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hydrofoil-and-surfing-on-the-rhine-behind-a-motorboat.a46591633.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ![From Zurich: Full-Day Discover Basel & Colmar Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4530023/e796b566-bc43-494a-9da4-1dadcd81cd50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Zurich: Full-Day Discover Basel & Colmar Private Tour 8h Free cancellation available £1,138 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-zurich-full-day-discover-basel-colmar-private-tour.a4530023.activity-details?&rid=6050770&location=Basel&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Basel | Number of things to do | 72 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Basel Self-Guided Audio Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-self-guided-audio-experience.a50875621.activity-details): £7 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-sightseeing-bus-tour-with-audio-guide.a50339371.activity-details) - [Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-city-sightseeing-bus-tour.a47616975.activity-details) - [Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zurich-old-town-walking-tour-2-hours.a50092223.activity-details) - [Basel: Unlimited 4G Internet in the EU with Pocket WiFi](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-unlimited-4g-internet-in-the-eu-with-pocket-wifi.a2256749.activity-details) - [Basel: Self-Guided Food Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-self-guided-food-tour.a44485416.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-sightseeing-bus-tour-with-audio-guide.a50339371.activity-details) - [Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-city-sightseeing-bus-tour.a47616975.activity-details) - [Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zurich-old-town-walking-tour-2-hours.a50092223.activity-details) - [Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-scavenger-hunt-and-highlights-self-guided-tour.a49176896.activity-details) - [Basel’s Historical Old Town Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basels-heritage-with-a-local-speciality-private-tour.a2122655.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-sightseeing-bus-tour-with-audio-guide.a50339371.activity-details) - [Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-city-sightseeing-bus-tour.a47616975.activity-details) - [Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zurich-old-town-walking-tour-2-hours.a50092223.activity-details) - [Basel’s Historical Old Town Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basels-heritage-with-a-local-speciality-private-tour.a2122655.activity-details) - [Walking Tour of Basel Best Chocolates](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walking-tour-of-basel-best-chocolates.a50992903.activity-details) | ## What to do in Basel * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Marktplatz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4539118946a3490538141743324ad071.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marktplatz You can enjoy retail therapy at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marktplatz-Basel-City-Centre.d6067705.Attraction) ![Basel Zoo which includes cuddly or friendly animals, marine life and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/75000/75672-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Basel Zoo Spend hours walking around one of the country’s most impressive zoos .Marvel at the thousands of animals roaming around their large enclosures. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Zoo-Basel.d6067735.Attraction) ![Basel featuring a river or creek and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81482-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Basler Muenster Admire its exquisite architecture, peer from the towers over the city or just soak up the atmosphere of Basel’s most important house of worship. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basler-Muenster-Basel-City-Centre.d6067711.Attraction) ![Basel Art Museum showing street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81600-Basel-Art-Museum-Kunstmuseum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Basel Art Museum Appreciate a vast assortment of impressive works spanning several centuries on the gallery walls of the country’s largest art museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Art-Museum-Basel.d6067713.Attraction) #### St. Jakobshalle Catch an event at St. Jakobshalle during your trip to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Jakobshalle-Sankt-Alban.d6319403.Attraction) #### Congress Center Basel Learn about the events happening in Congress Center Basel during your trip to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Congress-Center-Basel-Basel.d6144052.Attraction) #### St. Jakob-Park Catch an event at St. Jakob-Park during your trip to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Jakob-Park-Basel.d6067701.Attraction) #### Dreilaendereck Learn about the local history of Kleinhüningen when you spend time at Dreilaendereck. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dreilaendereck-Basel.d6191060.Attraction) #### Novartis Headquarters Novartis Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Basel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Novartis-Headquarters-St-Johann.d6191027.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Basel ![Basel showing modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81639-Vitra-Design-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Basel City Centre 4/5(87 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Basel-City-Centre.dx553248633981679701) ![Basel showing street scenes and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81476-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Museums, art galleries and live music are just a few things travellers 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Old-Town.dx553248621533003688) ![Basel showing street scenes and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81476-Basel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Altstadt-Grossbasel.dx6170377) ![Basel Art Museum featuring night scenes and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79779-Basel-Art-Museum-Kunstmuseum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vorstädte If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Vorstadte.dx553248635939578359) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sankt Alban 4/5(15 area reviews) While visiting Sankt Alban, you might make a stop by sights like St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Sankt-Alban.dx553248635974577956) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e7849d281b4c31c14f974af6e6afd3df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kleinbasel Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Basel-Kleinbasel.dx6170386) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Basel ![Weil am Rhein](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/539000/539978-weil-am-rhein.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Weil am Rhein [](https://expedia.co.uk/Weil-Am-Rhein.dx55454) ![Photo by Dominik Gehl](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f8da6cabb07a84549ed20ff30b65743f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Muttenz [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muttenz.dx6050566) ![Photo by Shui Ling Chu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2c61a01dd6a29b38e7577896a683f3a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Allschwil [](https://expedia.co.uk/Allschwil.dx6190745) ![Photo "Grenzach-Wyhlen" by Wicotw (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/ffbba5501b37d3d122079a4b4103b4c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Wicotw](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Wicotw) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Grenzach-Wyhlen [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grenzach-Wyhlen.dx6208226) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Basel worth visiting? > Whether you want to enjoy the cultural highlights and local charm or sample regional foods and explore in nature, there are plenty of things to do in Basel. ### How do I spend a day in Basel? > After you've visited major attractions like Basel Zoo and Basel Historical Museum, spend the rest of your day discovering Basel's retail and dining scene. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Basel? > The top tourist attraction in Basel is Basel Zoo, so be sure to put it on your agenda. ### Is three days enough to stay in Basel? > Three days in Basel is plenty of time to visit the city's main highlights. Many travellers stay for two days on average. Basel Zoo, Old Town and Basler Muenster are highly rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots like Markgraeflerland. ### Is Basel a walkable city? > It all comes down to what you want to see and do in Basel. Several key attractions, including Basel Zoo and Old Town, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Basel's neighbourhoods, Basel City Centre is 2 kms (1 mile) away from downtown, while Old Town is 0.16 kms (0.10 miles) away from the centre and also within walking distance. ### What are some activities to do in Basel with kids? > Planning what to do in Basel with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're getting away with toddlers or teenagers, there are loads of family-friendly activities to keep everyone busy here. > > > > - [Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-sightseeing-bus-tour-with-audio-guide.a50339371.activity-details) > - [Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basel-city-sightseeing-bus-tour.a47616975.activity-details) > - [Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zurich-old-town-walking-tour-2-hours.a50092223.activity-details) > - [Basel’s Historical Old Town Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/basels-heritage-with-a-local-speciality-private-tour.a2122655.activity-details) > - [Walking Tour of Basel Best Chocolates](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walking-tour-of-basel-best-chocolates.a50992903.activity-details) ### What to do in Basel for adults? > Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or adventure seeker, there are plenty of things to do in Basel for adults including Basel Town Hall and Spalentor. ### Are there free things to do in Basel? > In Basel, Old Town is a top spot for anyone wishing to enjoy the city without reaching for their wallet. 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