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Self-guided adventure tour Basel with city quiz

5.01 reviewBooked 3×BaselOperated by Basel TourismusWeather

Solve tricky puzzles and discover hidden corners of Basel on this three-hour self-guided tour. You set the pace yourself as you wander through dreamy alleys

Tour stops

4 stops

  1. Meeting point: Pick up the materials for the city quiz at the Tourist Information Centre.

  2. The actual puzzle trail starts at the main railway station.

  3. Solve the city quiz challenges as you explore the Old Town’s hidden alleyways.

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  4. The tour ends in the city centre, where you can continue your day as you please.

Highlights

  • Discover the city of Basel on your own and at your own pace
  • Embark on a journey to hidden places and solve tricky tasks
  • Enjoy a puzzle fun for the whole family
  • Barrier-free tour suitable for bicycles, strollers and wheelchairs with alternative routes for stairs

Description

Explore Basel's Old Town and its hidden corners as you solve tricky tasks and puzzles. Learn fascinating facts about its history and enjoy the walk at your own pace. Take a break wherever suits you best.

Get ready for a half-day self-guided tour of Basel, packed with tricky puzzles and tasks!

Meeting point: Tourist Information Centre at Stadtcasino Basel.

After collecting your tour documents, the tour starts at Basel's main railway station.

Discover Basel's Old Town, its hidden alleyways, sights and special features.

Take a break whenever you like and recharge your batteries. Allow around 4 to 5 hours for the whole tour, including breaks.

What you'll need: A good sense of direction and a love of puzzles.

End point: Basel.

The tour ends in the centre of Basel, where you can plan the rest of your day as you wish.

Practical information

  • Recommended group size: 1–4 people
  • Specific route instructions are available for bicycles and pushchairs
  • The tour is non-cancellable, but if you don't attend, you can take it on another day, subject to availability.
  • Suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs

Swiss Activities tip

Need to get to the other side of the Rhine? Then take one of Basel's four ferry crossings before or after your tour. The ferries run without motors and take you safely to the other bank.

Inclusions

  • Included:

    approx. 3-hour self-guided tour

  • Included:

    Documents in a tin for the city quiz incl. directions

Meeting point

Tourist Information Center, Steinberg 14, 4051 Basel

Steinenberg 14

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Important information

  • Documents can be picked up at the City Casino in the Tourism Information Center
  • Tour is not cancelable

Reviews

5.0

1 Review

Robin15 May 2023

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Provider

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Basel Tourismus

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