Basel Audio Tour: Cathedrals, Banks & Bridges through Time

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Look beyond Basel’s glittering facades and discover vaults of secrets guarded by silent banks and whispered along ancient streets. Behind every stately building lies a tale of hidden power or vanished hope.

This self-guided audio tour lets you trace the footsteps of dealmakers and dissenters, unveiling stories even locals overlook. Move freely at your own pace while uncovering scandals, mysteries, and moments history tried to bury.

What sparked a shadowy financial crisis that rippled from the Bank for International Settlements across continents? Which clue in the Jewish Museum of Switzerland hints at a centuries-old betrayal? Did a single meeting at Bank J. Safra Sarasin quietly shape a global market shift?

Follow winding rivers and cobblestoned alleys as voices from the past draw you into a Basel where fortunes rose, secrets were traded, and traditions clashed. See the city’s familiar corners turn suddenly electric and unknown.

Start listening now and let Basel’s guarded history unlock itself just for you.

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• Duration: 1 hour 28 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 28min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Basel Minster, only a 3 minute walk from Basel SBB Train Station
  
• Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Bank for International Settlements, WIR Bank, Middle Bridge
  

Experience the charm of Basel like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Basel's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Basel on your terms.

It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Basel Minster (3min)
• 🏦  Bank for International Settlements (3min)
• 🏦  Bank J. Safra Sarasin (4min)
• 🏦  WIR Bank (3min)
• 🎰  Stadtcasino Basel (2min)
• 🎵  Music Academy Basel (3min)
• 📍  Jewish Community of Basel (3min)
• 🏛️  Jewish Museum of Switzerland (2min)
• 📚  University Library Basel (4min)
• 🌉  Middle Bridge (3min)
• 📍  Basel City Command (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: RedaktionJMS, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Wladyslaw Sojka, Wikimedia Commons, FAL. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Wir-pr, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: User:Mattes, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 DE. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

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