One Day Exploration of the Basel Region

Day 1: Cultural Delight

Basel, Switzerland

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Café Frühling

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Café Frühling, known for its traditional Swiss pastries and freshly brewed coffee.
The café is centrally located, making it an easy first stop.
CHF 15, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Visit Kunstmuseum

After breakfast, head to Kunstmuseum Basel, one of the most important art collections in Switzerland, showcasing artworks from the Middle Ages to contemporary art.
It's just a 10-minute walk from Café Frühling.
CHF 15, 2 hours

11:00 AM

Stroll through Basel Minster

Next, visit the iconic Basel Minster, a stunning Gothic cathedral with beautiful twin towers and a breathtaking view of the Rhine River.
A short 5-minute walk from Kunstmuseum.
Free, 1 hour

12:00 PM

Lunch at Les Trois Rois

Enjoy a luxurious lunch at Les Trois Rois, renowned for its elegant dining experience and exquisite Swiss cuisine, overlooking the Rhine.
This restaurant is a brief 10-minute walk from Basel Minster.
CHF 50, 1.5 hours

1:30 PM

Explore Dreiländereck

After lunch, take a tram to Dreiländereck, the meeting point of Switzerland, Germany, and France, where you can take photos and enjoy the unique atmosphere.
Catch tram line 8 from Basler Straße to Dreiländereck.
Free, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Visit Fondation Beyeler

Next, make your way to Fondation Beyeler, a museum that houses a remarkable collection of modern classic art set amidst a beautiful park.
Take tram line 10 from Dreiländereck to Riehen, then walk 10 minutes.
CHF 23, 2 hours

4:30 PM

Relax at Vitra Campus

Head over to the Vitra Campus in Germany to explore extraordinary architecture and design exhibitions, perfect for design enthusiasts.
A short tram ride back to the border and a quick bus will take you there (around 20 minutes).
Free, 1.5 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Restaurant Attisholz

Wind down with dinner at Restaurant Attisholz, offering a delightful menu inspired by local ingredients and sustainable practices.
About a 30-minute tram journey from Vitra Campus back to Basel.
CHF 45, 1.5 hours

7:30 PM

Evening Stroll along the Rhine

End your day with an evening stroll along the Rhine River to admire the serene views and the vibrant atmosphere of Basel at night.
A quick 10-minute walk from Restaurant Attisholz.
Free, 1 hour
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