City tour Basel City Palace
Discover the secrets of a city palace in Basel's old town and look behind closed doors in this theatrical guided tour. Join the maid Emma Munzinger on her way to her new place of work
Tour stops
3 stops
Meet outside Rollerhof, where the maid Emma Munzinger welcomes the group at 18:00.
This theatrical tour takes you behind closed doors and reveals the City Palace from the inside.
The tour ends at around 19:15 at Seidenhof.
Highlights
- Discover a city palace from the inside and learn exciting things about life in the past
- Be part of a theatrical city tour from the point of view of the maid Emma Munzinger
- Learn funny anecdotes and stories about life in a well-to-do, rich household in Basel
- Embark on a somewhat different city tour through Basel
Description
Visit a well-off city palace in the middle of Basel's old town. During the theatrical tour with the maid Emma Munzinger you will learn everything about life on the estate and with their rulers. Chat with the maid and learn all about the secrets of the household.
You can expect an evening, 75-minute theatrical tour with a professional escort behind the closed doors of a city palace!
Meeting place: In front of the Rollerhof.
At 18:00 the maid Emma Munzinger awaits you in front of the Rollerhof in Basel.
You will see: a city palace from the inside.
You learn: Stories about the owners of the estate that no one else knows.
End point: Silk Court.
At about 19:15 the tour ends at the Seidenhof
Practical information:
- Suitable for groups
Swiss Activities Tip
Climb the St. George's and St. Martin's towers of Basel Cathedral for a unique view of the city of Basel. Admission to climb the towers is CHF 6 for adults. Except for January 1, Good Friday and December 24, the towers are open all year round
Inclusions
75 minute guided tour
Experienced city guide
Meeting point
Rollerhof, Münsterplatz 20, 4051 Basel
Münsterpl. 20, 4051 Basel, Schweiz
Important information
- Tour is not cancelable
Provider
Operated by
Basel Tourismus
Verified provider
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Peeking behind doors that are usually closed off is fascinating.
Jost
22 Jul 2026