Things to see in Basel

Tourist offices

Basel Tourismus

Address: Barfüsserplatz, Basel, Switzerland
Tel: +41 61 268 6868
Opening Hours:

Mon-Fri 0900–1830, Sat 0900–1700, Sun 1000-1500.

https://www.basel.com

The main tourist information office is in the Stadtcasino on Barfüsserplatz, on the edge of the Old Town. A second office is located at the central train station. As well as general tourist information, both offices also offer visitors help with accommodation bookings and tickets.


Passes

The BaselCard includes reduced entrance rates to the zoo, a free city sightseeing tour and free ferry boat rides. There are also discounts on museum entry, cinema tickets, restaurants and more. The card is available for 24 and 48 hours from tourist information centres, the airport and some hotels.

Visa and passport information is updated regularly and is correct at the time of publishing. You should verify critical travel information independently with the relevant embassy before you travel.