4
A good start to Basel’s history
Very good tour, shorter than advertised, but interesting with all the historical data and food tasting.
Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $87 / person
- Location
- Basel, Switzerland
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 57 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- TripsSource
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at Kunstmuseum, Basel.
Description
This guided excursion to Basel combines cultural discovery with Switzerland’s most famous culinary traditions. The experience begins with a guided walking tour through Basel’s Historic Old Town. Visitors explore medieval streets, the colorful Spalenberg district, the historic Marktplatz with its red Town Hall, and the Basel Minster overlooking the Rhine. From the Pfalz terrace and the historic Mittlere Brücke, panoramic views reveal the city’s unique setting along the river. The tour continues with a tasting experience featuring selected Swiss cheeses and artisan chocolates. Guests learn about traditional Alpine dairy production, chocolate craftsmanship, and the regional influences that shape flavor. Combining history, scenic viewpoints, and local specialties, this tour offers a well-balanced introduction to Basel’s cultural and culinary heritage.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:45 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 9
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $87
- Child (ages 6–15)
- $43
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
In demand: 17 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Kunstmuseum Basel
Your guide will meet you at Kunstmuseum, Basel.
Marktplatz
Basel’s Old Town reflects more than two thousand years of history shaped by its location along the Rhine. Our walk begins at Marktplatz, where the red Rathaus has served as the city’s political center for over 500 years. From there, we explore the medieval streets of Spalenberg, lined with colorful historic buildings and small shops. The route continues to the Basel Minster, built of red sandstone and overlooking the river. From the nearby Pfalz terrace, panoramic views reveal the Old Town and surrounding districts. The tour concludes at the historic Mittlere Brücke, one of Basel’s most iconic viewpoints.
This tasting experience introduces two of Switzerland’s most famous culinary traditions. Swiss cheese is produced using high-quality milk from cows grazing on Alpine pastures, creating a wide range of flavors from mild to mature. Chocolate is another national specialty, with Switzerland known for its innovation and craftsmanship since the development of milk chocolate in the 19th century. During the tasting, you will sample selected regional cheeses and artisan chocolates while learning how ingredients, origin, and production methods influence flavor. Together, these specialties reflect Switzerland’s strong tradition of quality, craftsmanship, and connection to its landscape.
Basel
After a full day of adventure, your guide will return you safely to the start point.
What's included
Included
Local guide
Meet and Greet at Kunstmuseum
Cheese and Chocolate Tasting
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
57 reviews
How it compares in Basel
- No. 11 by number of reviews among 234 tours in Basel
- Starting price $87 is 22% below the typical $112 for tours of similar length in Basel
- Price over the last 20 days: $87–$115
Excurgo comparison of 234 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience take?
Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience cost?
Prices start at $87 per person for this Basel experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:45 AM.
How much does Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience cost for children?
Children aged 6–15 pay from $43, adults from $87. Infants go free.
Does Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience sell out?
It can: 17 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your guide at Kunstmuseum, Basel. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Basel Old Town, Cheese & Chocolate Experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(57)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
Basel City Center Tour
Great walking tour. Coco was very pleasant.
R
Beautiful city including...
Beautiful city including the Town Hall. Expect a ride on public transportation to get to the chocolate factory. Cheese and chocolate presentation was very informative by the owner and chocolate was delicious.
M
Coco review
Coco did a fantastic job. Great guide. Very knowledgeable. After traveling through the areas of Basel including riverfront spots, we finished with chocolate and cheese creations with a small chocolatier.
K
The tour of the city was...
The tour of the city was pretty cursory, but the information about chocolate making at the end was really interesting. I learned a lot about how the origin of the cocoa beans changes the resulting chocolate. I would recommend the tour for people looking to learn about chocolate making, but less so for people mostly interested in the city.
R
Good Tour
Guide was good. Cheese and chocolate info and tasting was excellent.
C
Basel city tour with tastings
Coco did a great job guiding us around Basel. Beautiful day to walk around and see the beauty.
S
Unprofessional
They cancel the tour while we were waiting at the meeting point!!! I connected with 3 other people who were also waiting and then we all got a cancellation message. Still waiting to hear back about my refund!!! Totally unprofessional.
P
Very clever
Loved the cheese and chocolate demonstration. Learned so much about cheese production and the different cows who produce the milk to make the cheese.
N
Guide was a no show and no communication from tour operator
I wish I could give this operator a ZERO review. We booked this tour several weeks in advance and received confirmation. Got a TripAdvisor reminder the day prior saying “you’re almost there!” We arrived at the pickup point 15 minutes early….and waited. After no guide showed, 7 minutes after the start time I called the tour operator. He told me the tour had been moved to tomorrow. Since we are leaving tomorrow that does not work. I asked for an immediate refund and was told to send an email. Horrible experience for our one full day in Basel. Absolutely avoid this tour!
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