Basel City Centre

Basel

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A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river, and lush greenery along the riverbank.
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A modern building with large glass windows and a wooden deck with outdoor seating.

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A historic European square with ornate buildings, a prominent tower, and cobblestone streets.

Marktplatz

9.0/10 (1,102 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
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Things to do

Swiss Cheese Tasting Experience | Basel

Swiss Cheese Tasting Experience | Basel

$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swiss Cheese Tasting Experience | Basel
Basel Private Tour - James Bond's Schilthorn and Lauterbrunnen

James Bond’s Schilthorn & Mürren Tour | From Basel

$564
per adult
James Bond’s Schilthorn & Mürren Tour | From Basel
Zurich: Private eTukTuk City Tour

Zurich: Private eTukTuk City Tour

$123
per adult
Zurich: Private eTukTuk City Tour
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide

$37
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Spalentor

Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour

$32
per adult
Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour
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City tour Basel (walking tour)

$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City tour Basel (walking tour)
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Basel City Centre Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

4 out of 5
Steinentorstrasse 25 Basel BS
$174 nightly
The price is $191 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$191 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (678 reviews)
"직원분들은 모두 친절 했어요. 방문객카드를 발급해 주셔서 바젤내 교통도 편하게 무료로 이용했습니다. 다음번에도 바젤을 방문 하게 된다면 이 호텔에서 머무르고 싶습니다."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat

3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23 Basel
$131 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$146 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (726 reviews)
"Helpful staff, good breakfast, rooms are adequate for sleeping - standard rooms are small."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Central City Hotel Rochat
HYPERION Hotel Basel

HYPERION Hotel Basel

4 out of 5
Messeplatz 12 Basel BS
$166 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jul 11 to Jul 12
$183 total
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, but it seems every stay is getting more expensive! I travel often and stayed here many times and it is now on average £500 per night! Rooms and the staff are great. Restaurant is expensive and food choices aren’t the best."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

HYPERION Hotel Basel
Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel

4.5 out of 5
Marktgasse 19 Basel BS
$285 nightly
The price is $307 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$307 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (818 reviews)
"Great location in the center of the old city. Right in the market square. Comfortable hotel accommodations. Excellent restaurant for morning breakfast. They provided a fan for our room ."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Hotel Märthof Basel
Pullman Basel Europe

Pullman Basel Europe

4 out of 5
Clarastrasse 43 Basel BS
$191 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$208 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (853 reviews)
"Beds were hard (only mattress on flat plank). However, overall good"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Pullman Basel Europe
Essential by Dorint Basel City

Essential by Dorint Basel City

4 out of 5
Schoenaustrasse 10 Basel BS
$138 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$154 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Comfortable room for a family. Breakfast was great with many options."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Essential by Dorint Basel City
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Where to stay in Basel City Centre

Find the best Basel City Centre areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Basel City Centre
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A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings and a Gothic church with spires.

Old Town

Museums, art galleries, and live music are just a few things travelers 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.

A historic building with ornate facades, large windows, and a clock tower.
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Altstadt Grossbasel

Take time in Altstadt Grossbasel to visit attractions like Swiss Architecture Museum and Basel Town Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A river with swans, a bridge, a path, and buildings in the background.

Sankt Alban

If you're spending some time in Sankt Alban, St. Jakobshalle and St. Jakob-Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Vorstädte

Take time in Vorstädte to visit attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.

Kleinbasel

Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

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