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.
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
- Basel Town Hall
- Munsterplatz
- Basel Cathedral
- Basler Muenster
- Basel University
Things to do in Old Town
- Marktplatz
- Swiss Architecture Museum
- Theater Fauteuil
- Basel Historical Museum
- Naturhistorisches Museum
Other popular Old Town attractions
- Rhine
- White and Blue House
- Martinskirche
- Basel Natural History Museum
- The Palantine
When is the best time to visit Basel?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 18°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 3°C)
- Rainiest months: December, May, June, July (average 99 mm of rainfall)