Basel University has for many years been a renowned place of scholarly pursuits. Find out about some of this institution's pioneering achievements made throughout its time.

Vorstädte, where Basel University is located, is brimming with things to do. Many travelers also visit Basel Zoo, which is near the historic university. See what it's about before you call it quits for this area.

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Hotel Schweizerhof Basel

Sankt Alban

$927

per person

Jul 1 - Jul 6

found 15 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Tel Aviv (TLV) to Basel (BSL)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)

Beautiful hotel right next to the train station; 10/10; highly recommend

Reviewed on May 30, 2026

SET Hotel.Residence by Teufelhof Basel

Basel City Centre

$999

per person

Jul 1 - Jul 6

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Roundtrip flight included

Tel Aviv (TLV) to Basel (BSL)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (243 reviews)

The hotel is located in Altstadt of Basel on a quite street. It's 15 min by walk from Basel SBB or 2 stops away by street car. Museums, cafes restaurants, groceries, and other shops are short walk away from the hotel. The staff is friendly and professional. Overall, I'm satisfied.

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

ART HOUSE Basel - Member of Design Hotels

Basel City Centre

$1,130

per person

Jul 1 - Jul 6

found 15 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Tel Aviv (TLV) to Basel (BSL)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (195 reviews)

Clean and well maintained hotel. Veey good breackfast

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

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Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours

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History & culture

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Swiss Experience: Chocolate Tasting and City Tour of Basel

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Switzerland: Private Nature Safari with a Local Guide. Discover the Alps, l...

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Hydrofoil and surfing on the Rhine behind a motorboat

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Walking Tour with the Night Watchman

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Skulpturhalle

You can browse the exhibits at Skulpturhalle, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Peterskirche

You can find out about the history of Basel with a visit to Peterskirche. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Botanischer Garten der Universitat

Explore the great outdoors at Botanischer Garten der Universitat, a lovely green space in Basel. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.