Home to one of the best art fairs in the world, Basel is a place where culture flourishes. Come in summer to enjoy long dinners along the Rhine or visit in winter for a short hop to the mountains.
how long to go for
a weekend, a long weekend
when to go
may, june, august, september, october
holidays
Swiss National Day, Easter, Pentecost
how to get there
Fly into EuroAirport (Basel Mulhouse Freiburg) and then take a taxi into the city, or take a flight to Zurich and take the 90-minute train into Basel.
how to get around
On foot, by tram, by bus
nice to know
Art Basel 2024 takes place in June every year, so mark those calendars! :)