What's Old Town Like?
Old Town is notable for its historical sites. Enjoy the neighborhood's museums, art scene, and entertainment venues. Take in some culture at Pharmacy Museum Basel and Basel Historical Museum. There's plenty more to see, including Basel Town Hall and Marktplatz.
How to Get to Old Town
Flying to:
- EuroAirport Airport (BSL), 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
- Basler Muenster
- Basel University
- White and Blue House
Things to Do in Old Town
- Marktplatz
- Pharmacy Museum Basel
- Basel Historical Museum
- Naturhistorisches Museum
- Basel Natural History Museum
Other Popular Old Town Attractions
- Basel Cathedral
- Rhine
- Martinskirche
- The Palantine
- Pfalz Basel
When Is the Best Time to Visit Basel?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 65°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 38°F)
- Rainiest months: December, May, June, July (average 4 inches of rainfall)