The Best of Basel’s Hidden Treasures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Are you looking for a way to see Basel some of it’s 180 fountains without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Find out who Erasmus was, why he was called “the last man who knew everything” and whether Basel really is the birthplace of confetti
• Hear from producer Cynthia Toole, a tour guide and teacher with a passion for storytelling
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.


Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Marktplatz, Basel 4001 Switzerland

The tour starts on Basel's Marktplatz. You'll hear about how VoiceMap works and be introduced to the tour's creator, the themes of the tour and the city itself before you start walking.

Pass By: Town Hall, Marktplatz 9, Basel 4001 Switzerland

The tour passes by the outside Basel Town Hall. You'll hear about the evolution of the Town Hall and its history.

Pass By: Mittlere Brücke, 4000 Basel, Switzerland

The tour passes by Middle Bridge, Basel. You'll hear about how the Rhine River splits the city in two and about the bridge.

Pass By: Hotel Les Trois Rois, Blumenrain 8, 4001 Basel, Switzerland

You'll see Les Trois Rois Hotel from the one end of the bridge. You'll hear about the impressive hotel before continuing on the tour.

Pass By: Augustine Fountain, Augustinergasse 1, 4051 Basel, Switzerland

The tour passes by the Augustiner Brunnen. You'll hear about the fountain and the basilisk that adorns it.

Pass By: Museum of Natural History Basel, Augustinergasse 2, 4051 Basel, Switzerland

The tour passes by the Museum of Natural History. You'll hear about the museum which was part of the first universal museum in the city.

Pass By: Museum of Cultures Basel, Münsterpl. 20, 4051 Basel, Switzerland

The tour passes by the Museum of Cultures Basel. You'll learn about the museum and hear about its history.

Pass By: Basel Minster, Rittergasse 3, Basel 4051 Switzerland

The tour goes around the outside of Basel Minster. You'll hear about the cathedral and have its architectural details pointed out to you while you walk.

Pass By: Pfalz Hinter Basler Münster, Basel 4051 Switzerland

The tour passes by the Pfalz from where you can view the Rhine River and hear some more of Basel's fascinating history.

Pass By: Tinguely Fountain, Klostergasse 7 Theatervorplatz / Steinenberg, Basel 4051 Switzerland

The tour passes by the Tinguely Fountain. It's one of many fountains around the city. You'll hear a bit about the fountain and learn about its designer.

Pass By: Theater Basel, Theaterstrasse 7, Basel 4051 Switzerland

You'll see the outside of Theater Basel. You'll hear about the theatre's founder and learn a bit about it before continuing on the tour.

Pass By: Stadtcasino Basel, Konzertgasse 1, 4051 Basel, Switzerland

The tour passes by Stadtcasino Basel. You'll hear about the home of Basel Symphony Orchestra and learn a bit of its history.

Pass By: Barfusserplatz, Basel 4051 Switzerland

The tour ends on Barfüsserplatz. You'll hear a bit about the area before concluding the tour.



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
The Best of Basel’s Hidden Treasures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
12/22/2021 - 5/2/2025

Monday - Sunday :

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Duração: 60 To 90 Minutes
Ponto de partida: Marktplatz, Marktpl., 4001 Basel, Switzerland

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Incluído

• Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
• VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
• Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Não Incluído

• Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
• Smarphone and headphones
• Food and drinks
• Transportation

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