Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour

3.65

3.6(107 reviews)

2 hours

Arabic, German, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

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Overview

Available languages

Arabic

German

Chinese

Japanese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Hop aboard and discover Basel in 2 hours! The city of Basel is full of interesting tourist attractions. With its rich, multifaceted history and unique tri-national location, Basel is a city of international reputation and prestige. Its architecture, high art, the famous carnival, and international trade fairs are renowned worldwide and attract countless visitors and tourists. Have fun exploring this inspiring city. Start the 2-hour tour from city center at Tinguely Fontain.

Historical places with stories about Christoph Merian, Sheik Ibrahim, BIZ, Baumgartner, Zoo, Synagogue, Anne Frank, Bernoulli, Paracelsus, Hermann Hesse, C.G. Jung, Theodor Herzl, Johann Peter Hebel, Wolfgang Goethe, Herzog & De Meuron, Novartis, Fritz Hoffmann-La Roche, Jean-Tinguely, Thomy, Felix Sarasin, Lenin, Wettstein, Basilisk

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

What To Expect

Basel Citytour

Duration:2 hours

Operating Schedule:First departure every day at 11.00am next to Tinguely Fountain, Bus Parking around the corner: Address Steinenberg 4. Next Departure at 13.25. You can catch the bus also at 12 bus-stops around the tour.

Departure from Bus Parking around the corner from Tinguely Fountain, Address: Steinenberg 4

Options

Basel City Bus Tour

Duration: 2 hours Open Deck Bus mit Audio Guide

What‘s Included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Vouchers for stores in Basel

Gratuities

App for your smartphone Android or Apple

Entrance fees for museums

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

3.65

107 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Do not use unless you...
moc221,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
Do not use unless you speak German the company is no help what so ever no one answers and if you don’t speak their language they can’t help you
Great way to get an...
Steve S,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great way to get an overview of the city. Plenty of time for photos. This is not a hop on hop off. Also dont mix this up with the walking city tour.
Very informative and...
Lauri N,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Very informative and thorough audio tour. The only negative was that the windows were too dirty to take photos.
Brilliant Basel
BEDABRATA D,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent clean & cool city, very serene, kindly do not miss this comfy tour, only 1 hour by train from Zurich HB Central Railway Station. It's a tri-juncture of Switzerland, France & Germany, don't miss, it's an absolute must, excellent surroundings.
Well worth the 2 hour tour!
Julie V,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great 2 hour tour of the city. Would highly recommend to get a good layout and overview history of Basel.
A great tour of Basel
2f49vctzm7,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A definite must to see around Basel. It was an audio tour which was perfect. Very informative . A tip if you book this tour be sure to board at the first stop as the bus is full and unable to board any passengers any stops
Intro to Basel by bus
Janel T,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very good and informative overview of the city of Basel. The bus was comfortable (and warm). And the audio was clear and the content was interesting.
One of Switzerland's best places to visit in life time.
VALENTINO Y,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Basel is a great Swiss city rich in heritage, historical, old buildings + new and modern architectural skyline. Transportation in the city is very convenient and efficient. Don't miss coming to Basel.
Highly recommended.
jespinosa53,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Good option to get to know Basel if you are short time in the city, the bus takes you to the most interesting places.
Two pleasant hours with city tour Basel
Icosiumcirta,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Very pleasant day with City Tours! Bus clean, panoramic and with tablets. Great value for money with 50% discount if you have the basel card I recommend!

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Basel City Sightseeing Bus Tour

3.65

3.6(107 reviews)

2 hours

Arabic, German, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Mobile ticket

Show all 8 photos

Overview

Available languages

Arabic

German

Chinese

Japanese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

What To Expect

Basel Citytour

Duration:2 hours

Departure from Bus Parking around the corner from Tinguely Fountain, Address: Steinenberg 4

Options

Basel City Bus Tour

Duration: 2 hours Open Deck Bus mit Audio Guide

What‘s Included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Vouchers for stores in Basel

Gratuities

App for your smartphone Android or Apple

Entrance fees for museums

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

3.65

107 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Do not use unless you...
moc221,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
Do not use unless you speak German the company is no help what so ever no one answers and if you don’t speak their language they can’t help you
Great way to get an...
Steve S,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great way to get an overview of the city. Plenty of time for photos. This is not a hop on hop off. Also dont mix this up with the walking city tour.
Very informative and...
Lauri N,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Very informative and thorough audio tour. The only negative was that the windows were too dirty to take photos.
Brilliant Basel
BEDABRATA D,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent clean & cool city, very serene, kindly do not miss this comfy tour, only 1 hour by train from Zurich HB Central Railway Station. It's a tri-juncture of Switzerland, France & Germany, don't miss, it's an absolute must, excellent surroundings.
Well worth the 2 hour tour!
Julie V,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great 2 hour tour of the city. Would highly recommend to get a good layout and overview history of Basel.
A great tour of Basel
2f49vctzm7,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A definite must to see around Basel. It was an audio tour which was perfect. Very informative . A tip if you book this tour be sure to board at the first stop as the bus is full and unable to board any passengers any stops
Intro to Basel by bus
Janel T,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very good and informative overview of the city of Basel. The bus was comfortable (and warm). And the audio was clear and the content was interesting.
One of Switzerland's best places to visit in life time.
VALENTINO Y,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Basel is a great Swiss city rich in heritage, historical, old buildings + new and modern architectural skyline. Transportation in the city is very convenient and efficient. Don't miss coming to Basel.
Highly recommended.
jespinosa53,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Good option to get to know Basel if you are short time in the city, the bus takes you to the most interesting places.
Two pleasant hours with city tour Basel
Icosiumcirta,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Very pleasant day with City Tours! Bus clean, panoramic and with tablets. Great value for money with 50% discount if you have the basel card I recommend!