Basel City Centre Travel Guide
Basel
Visit Basel City Centre
Popular places to visit
Marktplatz
You can enjoy retail therapy at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basler Muenster
Learn about the local history of Basel when you take a trip to Basler Muenster. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Art Museum
You can study the exhibits at Basel Art Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Town Hall
After visiting Basel Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Natural History Museum
You can study the exhibits at Basel Natural History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Zoo
Visit the animals who call Basel Zoo home during your trip to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Basel City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
"No AC. Room stuffy. Otherwise lovely."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Central City Hotel Rochat
"Everything was wonderful! Beautiful hotel, great breakfast, friendly staff, and close to everything."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
"The staff was absolutely lovely and helpful. Incredibly convenient location to marketplace, the 50/30 bus combination, restaurants and shopping. The garden is beautiful, tranquil, and just a serene space."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Basel Marriott Hotel
"Great"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Essential by Dorint Basel City
"This hotel was in walking distance to the city center. However the air conditioning was lacking during the heatwave that was upon us. The staff was very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hotel Märthof Basel
"Great Staff"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Basel City Centre
Clara
Well liked for its restaurants and river views, you might stop by Rosentalanlage and White and Blue House while you're exploring Clara and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Kleinbasel
Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Old Town
Museums, art galleries and live music are just a few things travellers like about Old Town. Sights like White and Blue House and Basel Town Hall are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Basel area at Marktplatz Tram Stop.
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.
Altstadt Grossbasel
If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Swiss Architecture Museum and Basel Town Hall. 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.
Breite
Breite might not have many top sights, but St. Jakob-Park and St. Jakobshalle are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
