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Basel, Switzerland

Top things to do in Basel

19 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Zoo Basel
Park & nature4.5

Zoo Basel

1,962 reviews

Zoo Basel, affectionately known as 'Zolli' by locals, is Switzerland's oldest and most beloved zoo, a beautifully maintained park in the heart of Basel that's renowned for its conservation work and breeding programmes.

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What is the most visited attraction in Basel?

Zoo Basel draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Basel, with 1,962 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

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Museum4

Judisches Museum der Schweiz

26 reviews

Explore the rich history and culture of Swiss Jews at this intimate museum in Basel's old town, featuring ceremonial objects, documents, and rotating exhibitions.

St. Paul's Church
Religious site4

St. Paul's Church

25 reviews

St. Paul's Church is a historic Protestant church in Basel, known for its striking neo-Gothic architecture and peaceful atmosphere in the city's Steinenring district.

Park & nature
Park & nature4

Schuetzenmattpark

24 reviews

A peaceful park in Basel with open lawns, playgrounds, and a popular beer garden, perfect for relaxation and family outings.

Religious site
Religious site4.5

Sinagoga di Basilea

24 reviews

A historic synagogue in Basel's city center, reflecting the city's Jewish heritage and architectural beauty.

Elisabethenkirche, Basel
Religious site

Elisabethenkirche, Basel

A neo-Gothic church in Basel known for its tall spire and active community.

Dreiländereck (Basel)
Landmark

Dreiländereck (Basel)

The point where Switzerland, Germany, and France meet, marked by a monument.

Basel Paper Mill
Museum

Basel Paper Mill

A working museum in Basel demonstrating the history of papermaking, printing, and bookbinding.

Middle Bridge, Basel
Landmark

Middle Bridge, Basel

Cross the oldest bridge over the Rhine in Basel, offering scenic views and connecting the city's two halves.

Merian Gardens
Park & nature

Merian Gardens

A botanical garden with themed gardens, greenhouses, and a historic villa in Basel.

Museum of Cultures (Basel)
Museum

Museum of Cultures (Basel)

A museum in Basel showcasing ethnographic collections from Asia, Oceania, and beyond.

Museum Tinguely
Museum

Museum Tinguely

A museum dedicated to the whimsical kinetic sculptures of Jean Tinguely, located on the Rhine in Basel.

Beyeler Foundation
Museum

Beyeler Foundation

A world-class art museum in Riehen near Basel, set in a beautiful park with modern and contemporary masterpieces.

Kunstmuseum Basel
Museum

Kunstmuseum Basel

One of the world's oldest public art collections, spanning 15th-century to contemporary works.

Three Countries Bridge
Landmark

Three Countries Bridge

A pedestrian bridge connecting Germany and France over the Rhine, with scenic views.

Basel Town Hall
Landmark

Basel Town Hall

Admire the striking red sandstone facade of Basel's historic town hall, seat of the cantonal government.

Vitra Design Museum
Museum

Vitra Design Museum

A world-famous design museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany, near Basel, showcasing furniture and industrial design in striking architecture.

Basel Minster
Religious site

Basel Minster

Basel's landmark cathedral with red sandstone architecture and panoramic city views from its towers.

Basel Historical Museum
Museum

Basel Historical Museum

Explore Basel's rich history through artifacts, including the renowned Basel Cathedral treasure.