Guided Tour of Solothurn's Old Town
On this guided tour, you'll learn a lot about Solothurn's baroque history while discovering the most beautiful spots, historical buildings, and fascinating stories from the time of the ambassadors.
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Tour stops
4 stops
Meeting point for the guided tour of the baroque old town.
Discover SolothurnThe tour stops at the city's imposing cathedral.
The guide shares stories of Solothurn's past in front of Zeitglockenturm.
The guided tour of the old town ends after around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Discover Solothurn
Highlights
- Explore the most beautiful baroque city in Switzerland with its majestic buildings.
- Come and see the impressive St. Ursen Cathedral
- Discover historical fountains with intriguing stories
- Stroll through narrow alleys and historic squares
- Find out more about the special significance of the number eleven
- Listen to tales about Solothurn's past
- Discover why Solothurn calls itself an ambassador city
Description
Experience Solothurn's unique blend of Baroque, culture, and history on a guided tour of the old town. You'll discover impressive buildings like the St. Ursen Cathedral, the Clock Tower, and historic fountains.
Wander through winding alleyways, passing by ornate fountains and historic squares. Listen to exciting anecdotes from the time when French ambassadors resided here. You'll gain fascinating insights into one of the most beautiful old towns in Switzerland.
Swiss Activities Tips
After the old town tour, you can visit the Kunstmuseum Solothurn, which boasts an impressive collection of artworks from the late Middle Ages to the present day.
In addition to unique pieces by Ferdinand Hodler and Cuno Amiet, the works of Meret Oppenheim, Eva Aeppli, and Aloïse are also highlights.
Housed in a historic building, it’s a perfect spot to further explore the city's cultural heritage. Admission is free (closed on Mondays).
Inclusions
1:15 hrs. Old Town Tour
Meeting point
Treppe St. Ursen-Kathedrale, Hauptgasse 66, Solothurn
Cathedral of Saint Ursus, Seilergasse, Solothurn, Switzerland
Provider
Operated by
Solothurn Tourismus
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That was a fantastic and informative tour; we were thoroughly entertained ☺️
florence
21 Sept 2025
