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Exclusive private guided tour through the history of Basel with a local

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$320.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, German

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 2 hours

Instant confirmation

Guided Tour

Local touch

Private Tour

Smaller Group Size

e-Voucher

Small group

Why you’ll love this…

You'll discover Basel’s past with the guidance of a local expert
Uncover how Basel Minster has defined Basel's history
A personalised tour, tailored to your interests

What to expect

Embark on an exclusive journey through time with a local expert in Basel, where the past meets the present and every corner has a story to tell.

Explore Basel's iconic landmarks from Town Hall to Spalentor and uncover their historical significance. You'll discover how the city evolved from a Roman fortress to a bishopric seat, Renaissance centre, and Reformation hub before becoming an important trade and pharmaceutical centre. Learn how these periods shaped Basel's distinctive architecture, culture and unique dialect, a variant of Swiss German. Experience the city's rich heritage as you make it part of your own journey.

What's included

Private tour
Local guide
Small group experience

What's not included

Personal expenses
All entry fees

Where

Marktpl. 6, 4001 Basel, Switzerland

Meeting point:

Meet your local guide at the starting point, right in front of McDonalds. Please be at the meeting point 15 min before the tour starts.

What to remember

Know in advance:

This tour operates with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 participants
It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
Make sure to provide your accurate and valid mobile phone number so that the local can get in touch with you if needed
The itinerary, the stops and the walking pace may vary depending on your wishes
Children up to 5 years can participate for free

Provider

LocalBini AG

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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