Luxury 5-Day Switzerland City Break in Basel

Your exciting luxury holiday begins as soon as you arrive in beautiful Basel. You will stay in the city for 4 nights and choose from some of the best luxury hotels in downtown Basel that are guaranteed to make you feel special.

Basel has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest for you to explore throughout your vacation. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 5 days. Catch an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Basel right away.

An attraction we recommend you check out today is middle bridge. This spectacular road bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,992 visitors.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you treat yourself to a meal at one of the best restaurants in Basel.

Check out Restaurant Stucki - Tanja Grandits. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 520 reviews.

Locals also recommend Hotel Les Trois Rois as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Basel. Hotel Les Trois Rois is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,540 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

Alternatively, for another culinary experience you will remember, book a table at Restaurant Fiorentina Basel. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

As your first day in Basel is coming to an end, retreat to a bar for some celebration.

One of travelers' and locals' favorite bars in the city is tibits. This claim is supported by 1,794 customers who have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you want to continue your night somewhere else, head to another popular place like KLARA 13 AG. This bar is a local favorite, with great drinks, lovely service, and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

The options in Basel don’t end there. You could also spend some time at the excellent HANS IM GLÜCK - BASEL Steinenvorstadt. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,144 customers, this bar is one of the best places to relax after a long, adventure-filled day.

This is the time to raise a toast to the beginning of your special 5-day luxury holiday in Basel!

Wake up to day 2 of your luxury holiday in Basel. Today, you're going to experience the perfect blend of discovery, excitement, and indulgence. Take the opportunity to see the best sights, join the most exciting activities, and sample the finest restaurants in the city. Cherish the 3 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Basel.

Start the day with a visit to one of the most recommended attractions in the city, the remarkable Basel Zoo. About 15,001 reviewers have rated this zoo and attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The popular Tinguely Fountain is another unique sight you can experience in Basel today. This attraction is a park, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,054 visitors.

Make your way to the fantastic Gate of Spalen, perhaps the most famous tower in Basel. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,474 travelers.

As the day moves along, be sure to also drop by the magnificent University of Basel Botanical Garden. This attraction and botanical garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,042 reviews.

Lastly, but not least, make a visit to the lovely Kannenfeldpark. This is a popular must-see tourist destination and highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Basel. Kannenfeldpark has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,474 visitors.

To make your day extra special, check out the available tours and tickets in the city. You can choose from a curated selection of the most popular tours and activities in Basel below. Add the tickets to your luxury holiday package to guarantee a spot on your preferred tour in the city.

After or in between exploring Basel, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in the city.

An excellent option is WERK 8, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 996 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Gifthüttli. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers.

Za Zaa - Lebanese Soul Food is another restaurant that is certain to become a favorite in Basel. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 926 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into Flanagan's. This bar is considered one of the best in Basel and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,232 customers.

You may also want to check out Volkshaus Basel. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your evening endeavors. Volkshaus Basel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Alternatively, head out to NOOHN. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 829 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Basel! Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for yet another fantastic day in Switzerland.

Day 3 of your luxury itinerary in Basel will be filled with memorable experiences. With magnificent attractions, delicious food, and great entertainment, you're guaranteed a lovely day in the city. Make the most out of the 2 nights you have left of your luxury holiday in Basel.

Begin this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated art museum and attraction in Basel, the Museum Tinguely. About 2,274 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The popular Basel Paper Mill is another top sight in Basel that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This attraction is a paper museum, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,386 visitors.

Fine Arts Museum Basel is a spectacular museum and highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Basel.

Exploring Basel's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Basel's culinary culture.

Restaurant Boo Klybeck is one of the most popular restaurants in Basel. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Restaurant Boo Klybeck’s excellent menu. Approximately 551 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Ufer7 Basel. This Basel-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 573 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is Schlüsselzunft. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 563 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Ängel or Aff. Around 575 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Basel also enjoy the drinks at KaBAR. This place is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 630 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Another top-rated alternative for a celebratory drink is Schall und Rauch Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 104 customers.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. Another wonderful day of your luxury holiday in Basel awaits!

Wake up to day 4 of your luxury holiday in Basel. Today, you're going to experience the perfect blend of discovery, excitement, and indulgence. Take the opportunity to see the best sights, join the most exciting activities, and sample the finest restaurants in the city. Cherish the 1 night you have left of your luxury holiday in Basel.

Start the day with a visit to one of the most recommended attractions in the city, the remarkable Palatinate (Pfalz) Viewing Platform. About 735 reviewers have rated this top-tier point of interest and attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

The popular Basel Minster is another unique sight you can experience in Basel today. This attraction is a cathedral, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,367 visitors.

Make your way to the fantastic Museum of Cultures Basel, perhaps the most famous museum in Basel.

As the day moves along, be sure to also drop by the magnificent Museum of Natural History Basel. This attraction and museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,071 reviews.

This is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Basel.

To make your day extra special, check out the available tours and tickets in the city. You can choose from a curated selection of the most popular tours and activities in Basel below. Add the tickets to your luxury holiday package to guarantee a spot on your preferred tour in the city.

After or in between exploring Basel, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in the city.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into Papa Joe's Basel. This bar is considered one of the best in Basel and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,127 customers.

You may also want to check out Unternehmen Mitte. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your evening endeavors. Unternehmen Mitte is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,710 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Essential by Dorint Basel City. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,114 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Basel! Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for yet another fantastic day in Switzerland.

Your special luxury holiday in Basel is coming to an end and it’s soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have before your departure, this is your chance to get one last glimpse of Basel. Catch a later flight to enjoy some additional time exploring the city. Your luxury accommodation will be conveniently located for some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you still have time, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore.

Wettsteinbrücke is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Basel. This road bridge and popular site of interest has an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 939 visitors.

You will then say farewell to Basel and begin your journey home. Now with a camera roll full of photos and your memory filled with happy moments from your unforgettable luxury holiday in Basel, Switzerland!