What's Old Town like?
Old Town is notable for its historical sites. Enjoy the neighbourhood's museums, art scene and entertainment venues. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as White and Blue House and Martinskirche. There's plenty more to see, including Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz.
Where are the best places to stay in Old Town?
We have 45 accommodation options in the neighbourhood. Listed below are our travellers' favourite places to stay in Old Town:
Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel
Hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • Terrace • Garden
Krafft Basel
Riverfront hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • Cafe • Terrace • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Central City Hotel Rochat
City centre hotel- Free Wi-Fi • Terrace • Garden • Central location
East-West Riverside Hotel
Riverfront hotel with 2 bars and restaurant- Free Wi-Fi • Terrace • Snack bar
Consum Boutique Hotel
Hotel with restaurant and bar- Free Wi-Fi • Cafe • 24-hour front desk
How to get to Old Town
Flying to:
- Basel (BSL-EuroAirport), 3.9 mi (6.4 km) from Old Town
- Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport), 4 mi (6.4 km) from Old Town
Things to see and do in and around Old Town
What to see in Old Town
- White and Blue House
- Basel Town Hall
- Munsterplatz
- Basel Cathedral
- Basler Muenster
Things to do in Old Town
- Marktplatz
- Swiss Architecture Museum
- Theater Fauteuil
- Basel Historical Museum
- Baseldytschi Bihni
Other popular Old Town attractions
- Martinskirche
- Antique Museum and Collection Ludwig
- Rhine
- Naturhistorisches Museum
- Basel Natural History Museum