Basel Minster
Impressive Gothic-Romanesque cathedral with panoramic views from its towers, a must-see for every visitor.
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Basel is a vibrant cultural city on the Rhine, blending modern art with rich history. Visit to enjoy world-class museums, impressive architecture, and a unique cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Things to do in Basel include Basel Minster, Mittlere Brücke, Kunstmuseum Basel. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.
Impressive Gothic-Romanesque cathedral with panoramic views from its towers, a must-see for every visitor.
Plan BaselThe oldest bridge over the Rhine in Basel, a great spot for a stroll and photos.
Plan BaselOne of the oldest public art museums in the world, with an impressive collection from the Middle Ages to the present day.
Plan BaselOne of the oldest and most beautiful zoos in Europe, perfect for families.
Plan BaselAn impressive red building with colorful murals in the city's main square.
Plan BaselA museum of modern and contemporary art set in a beautiful park, a perfect aesthetic experience.
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A unique museum dedicated to artist Jean Tinguely and his impressive kinetic works.
Plan BaselA world-renowned design museum with impressive architecture and innovative collections.
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Here is what 3 days in Basel look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

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Basel Minster, Mittlere Brücke, Kunstmuseum Basel, Basel Zoo, Basel Town Hall, Fondation Beyeler and 9 more. Basel Minster: Impressive Gothic-Romanesque cathedral with panoramic views from its towers, a must-see for every visitor.
Day 1: Botanical Garden of the University of Basel, Mittlere Brücke, Tinguely Museum, Basel Town Hall. Day 2: Basel Zoo, Antikenmuseum Basel und Sammlung Ludwig, Basel Minster, Kunstmuseum Basel. Day 3: Fondation Beyeler, Jewish Museum of Switzerland.
The itinerary for Basel runs through St. Johann, Altstadt Grossbasel, Wettstein, Bachletten and Riehen.
Museums worth visiting in Basel: Kunstmuseum Basel (Altstadt Grossbasel), Fondation Beyeler (Riehen), Museum der Kulturen, Tinguely Museum (Wettstein), Vitra Design Museum (Weil am Rhein (Germany, near Basel)) and Cartoonmuseum Basel.
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