Basel

Museums & galleries

Kunstmuseum Basel

Kunstmuseum Basel is an art museum in Basel, Switzerland, known for its long-standing public art collection. It ranks among Switzerland's leading museums and is listed as a national heritage site.

Views & landmarks

Three Countries Bridge

This arched bridge over the Rhine near Basel connects Huningue in France with Weil am Rhein in Germany. It is the longest pedestrian and bicycle bridge in the world.

Museums & galleries

Vitra Design Museum

The Vitra Design Museum was designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry, making the building itself a work of art. Inside its striking deconstructivist form, visitors can enjoy a wide range of design exhibitions.

Temples & religious sites

Basel Minster

Basel Minster is a cathedral that was originally Roman Catholic and is now used as a Reformed church. It offers a glimpse into the changing history of religious architecture.

Museums & galleries

Beyeler Foundation

The Fondation Beyeler is an art museum in Riehen, near Basel, showcasing the modern and classic art collection assembled by the Beyeler couple. With a dedicated space for special exhibitions, it's Switzerland's most visited art museum.

Zoos & aquariums

Basel Zoo

Zoo Basel is a zoological garden in the city of Basel, Switzerland. Its official name is Zoologischer Garten Basel — or in English: Basel Zoological Garden. Basel residents affectionately call it Zolli. Its main entrance is just outside Basel's city centre and extends in the Birsig stream valley to Basel's city border with Binningen, Basel-Country. The zoo has over 500 animal species from all seven continents.

Museums & galleries

Kunsthalle Basel

This is a contemporary art exhibition space in Basel, Switzerland. It showcases a wide range of contemporary artworks.

Museums & galleries

Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection

This museum was established in 1961 to bring together ancient artifacts that had been scattered across various collections. It's a great destination for travelers who want a close look at relics of ancient civilizations.