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Overview
Create gorgeous Christmas memories with this magical tour through the Swiss town of Basel during the season of glittery decorations and glowing lights. Marvel at how the 'City On The Rhine' transforms and fills with angels, lights and trees to celebrate Switzerland's own Christmas traditions. Tour highlights include the Muensterplatz Christmas Market, the Martinskirchplatz parsh, and the alleyways of Andreasplatz.
Operated by
Basel Tourismus
Ratings & Reviews
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Day trip to Basel Christmas market
Minxypoo, Dec 2024
Arrived at Basel airport with my daughter and niece for a Christmas market day which didn't disappoint. Munsterplatz was very lively and vibrant selling Christmas decorations and presents, along with various food and drink stools along the way. The High Street was close by with loyalty of shops, mainly designer. The bridge was lit up early evening and over the other side, more shops. In my opinion this was a great day out and well worth a visit.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
That sounds like a wonderful experience! Basel during Christmas truly has a special charm, and the Christmas market at Münsterplatz is always worth a visit. The festive lights and the variety of stalls create such a unique atmosphere. It’s great to hear you had such a lovely day!
Christmas market in beautiful old town
Jacqueline67my, Jan 2024
Wonderful Christmas market, the stalls are close together as you would expect at a cozy Christmas market. All are beautifully decorated, festive atmosphere. There are 3 of them. At Barfüserplatz and Münsterplatz, food and stalls, and then the Adventsgasse on the other side of the Rhine (10 minutes walk in between, through beautifully decorated streets and bridges) there you can eat and drink, everything your heart desires. Very nice atmosphere ????✨
Don’t go. Industrial city with no charm
kenL007, Dec 2023
Don’t do it. A real let down as someone who has visited dozens of European Christmas markets over the years. I was expecting a lovely charming old Swiss town full of character and charm. It’s like Manchester on steroids. Very industrial and the markets aren’t markets, tiny very basic and not worth the cost. Seriously if it’s the magic and charm of Christmas you’re looking for then Basel isn’t the place. Won’t go again and definitely would not recommend given the dozens of other places you can go such as Prague Kraków etc
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry that you didn't have a very good experience. We would be happy to accompany you on another occasion.
Christmas Markets
Trip816028, Dec 2023
Had a little trouble finding due to construction. Great first market, plenty of variety, performers and atmosphere.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are glad to hear, that you enjoyed the Christmas magic in Basel.
Itinerary
Basel Minster
Brief visit to the inside of the Cathedral and the cloister.
10 minutesPfalz
Enjoy the view over the city and the river Rhine from the beautiful terrace Pfalz.
5 minutesMuensterplatz
Take a look at the beautifully decorated Münsterplatz with it's Christmas Market.
Take a look at the oldest parish church of Basel.
Discover the former artisans district with it's picturesque alleys.
Take a look at the famous Christmas shop of Johann Wanner.
The tour ends where the second part of the Christmas Market is taking place, at Barfüsserplatz.
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Tour Guide
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guide Languages
English
German
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.