Basel City Centre

Basel

A modern white building with a unique angular design, set against a clear blue sky.
A modern architectural structure with a geometric design, featuring a large white building in the background and a person sitting on a swing-like chair in the foreground.
A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river, and lush greenery along the riverbank.
A modern building with a large glass window reflecting interior lights and a wooden deck.
A modern building with large glass windows and a wooden deck with outdoor seating.

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A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral, a river, and lush greenery along the riverbank.

Basler Muenster

9.2/10 (612 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

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
Basel Private Tour - James Bond's Schilthorn and Lauterbrunnen

James Bond’s Schilthorn & Mürren Tour | From Basel

$557
per adult
James Bond’s Schilthorn & Mürren Tour | From Basel
Spalentor

Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour

$32
per adult
Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Chocolate Making Workshop, Bean to Bar Experience | From Basel

Chocolate Making Workshop, Bean to Bar Experience | From Basel

$85
per adult
Chocolate Making Workshop, Bean to Bar Experience | From Basel
Basel Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Basel Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

$9
per adult
Basel Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience | From Basel

Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience | From Basel

$44
per adult
Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience | From Basel
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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
$185 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$202 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
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! (694 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Location is great. The pool is lovely (but geared towards swimmers, rather than relaxing). Staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. We selected because of A/C, which was necessary the week we were there. A/C units are not strong enough to cool down the rooms given the extreme ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
Central City Hotel Rochat

Central City Hotel Rochat

3 out of 5
Petersgraben 23 Basel
$127 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$142 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (746 reviews)
"Great location. Great neighborhood and easy to get around d"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Central City Hotel Rochat
Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel

4.5 out of 5
Marktgasse 19 Basel BS
$271 nightly
The price is $291 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$291 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (831 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026

Hotel Märthof Basel
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Steinengraben 69 Basel BS
Fully refundable
$110 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$125 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (971 reviews)
"This city hotel was clean, the linens were impeccable, the breakfast sumptuous, and the garden is a nice touch for having breakfast. You'll use a cab to get there. Also the staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
HYPERION Hotel Basel

HYPERION Hotel Basel

4 out of 5
Messeplatz 12 Basel BS
$169 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$185 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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)
"A great hotel with a lovely buffet breakfast in a very good location right near tram stop.most things were walkable and buses and trams right by the hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

HYPERION Hotel Basel
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Blumenrain 19 Basel BS
$179 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$196 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hotel D - Basel - Boutique Hotel
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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 Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz. 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.

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Vorstädte

Take time in Vorstädte to visit attractions like Basel Art Museum and Spalentor. 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 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.

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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