Basel, a city in Switzerland, is considered as an underrated tourist destination. The city is located at the north western corner of Switzerland. Basel is giving prime importance on tourism because of its beautiful landscapes, arts, culture, museums, historical buildings, rich cultures, etc. The city is highly attractive with old buildings and narrow streets. There are more than 25 theaters, 40 museums, art galleries, operas, ballets, etc in Basel.
Basel City
The Right Time to Visit
The famous Fasnacht and Vogel Gryff festivals are conducting in Spring and winter. However, the best time to visit Basel is during summers. The trade fairs in the city are attracted by visitors all over the world. Some compelling modern buildings and the best art collections of the city are major attraction for most visitors, whether they are visiting for business purposes or spending holidays.
How To Reach?
The only by-national airport in the world is connected to Euroairport Basel – Mulhouse- Freiburg. The visitors will get lots of major airlines from here.
The city also has two major train stations, the Basel SBB station in the south and Basel Badischer Bahnhof in the north. You will also get trains during night from these stations.
You can also cross international border in a streetcar or tram. The city can also be accessed by a car or by a boat.
Ways to Roam Around the City
The tram and bus networks in Basel are fully developed. So you can expect relatively inexpensive, absolutely prompt, and clean and very convenient travel in a bright green tram or in a bus. Bicycle is also a good option for travel around Basel because this city is also popular for bicycle-friendly environment. There are lots of well marked bicycle lanes in the city.
Boat is the other option for enjoying the beauty of the city. A large number of motor boats also offer various day excursions from and to the Rhine.
The streets of the inner city can be confusing, so it is not good to drive in Basel if you do not know the city. Parking in old city is also very expensive. You will get parking facilities in most luxurious or mid-range hotels.
Major Attractions
Basel is a city of museums and machinery. The city attracts all types of people irrespective of age or gender. Carnivals, festivals, dance, and music are highly attractive. Some of the most attractive and finest medieval buildings in Switzerland are situated in Basel. Shopping will provide you more pleasure because it will provide you an opportunity to own some fine antiques and works of art.
Churches and monasteries, secular buildings, archaeological sites, museums, archives and collections, theatre and classical music, etc are highly attractive.
Stay Safe
Basel is a safe place and you can roam anywhere in this city safely. You can use a public phone or can go to your restaurant if you feel threatened. You must keep your valuable things carefully because the biggest threat in this city is pickpockets. You should also be very careful when you swim in the Rhine. Though it seems calm, it may not be so.
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