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Basel Life and Basel Visitor Travel Tips
(Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland, CH)



The third-most populated city in Switzerland, Basel is a place of great economic importance and is currently enjoying increased levels of tourism. Life for many of the city's resident Swiss revolves around the numerous business and financial institutions within Basel, and also its pharmaceutical giants.

An unusual city with close relations to the French Alsace and also the German Baden, there is much for visitors to see and do in Basel. Many Swiss traditions are still an important part of life here, and whilst a new breed of international cuisine is becoming ever more present, there are still plenty of truly authentic Swiss restaurants where you can always enjoy a tasty Swiss cheese fondue.




Basel Life and Travel Tips: Useful Contact Details - Basel, Switzerland, CH
There are several tourist offices available in Basel, all of which will be happy to help you make the most of your Swiss holiday and reserve hotel rooms for a small commission. All of these outlets sell the Basel Card, which provides entry to some 40 museums and art galleries, along with free-guided tours and discounts at many shops and restaurants. Before you rush in and purchase this card, think carefully about whether you will make good use of it to make significant savings.

Basel Tourism (Basel Tourist Office)
Address: Schifflände 5, Basel, CH-4010, Switzerland, CH
Tel. +41 061 268 68 68
Fax +41 061 268 68 70
Website: www.basel.com / www.baseltourismus.com
Email: info@basel.com
Basel Tourist Office open: Monday to Friday - 08:30 to 18:00, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00

Basel Tourist and Hotel Information at the SBB Train Station (Bahnhof))
Aeschenvorstadt 36, Basel, CH-4010, Switzerland, CH
Tel. +41 061 268 6868
Fax +41 061 268 6870
Basel Tourist and Hotel Information open: Monday to Friday - 08:30 to 18:30, Saturday - 09:00 to 17:00

Basel Tourist and Hotel Information at the Stadt Casino
Barfüsserplatz, Steinenberg 14, Basel, CH-4010, Switzerland, CH
Tel. +41 061 268 6868
Fax +41 061 268 6870
Basel Tourist and Hotel Information open: Monday to Friday - 08:30 to 18:30, Saturday - 09:00 to 17:00

Basel Life and Travel Tips: Language and Dialect - Basel, Switzerland, CH
The official language in Basel and throughout much of Switzerland is German. However, since the city is so close to the French border, many Swiss also choose to speak French, and an increasing number now understand English to a degree, particularly those involved with the hospitality trade.

Basel Life and Travel Tips: Dos and Don'ts / Tourist Traps - Basel, Switzerland, CH

• Bookstores - many English language books and travel guides can be found at the Bider & Tanner store along Aeschenvorstadt and also at Arcados on the Rheingasse
• Email and Internet Access - various Internet cafes and outlets are available around Basel, such as the Net-Generation branch along Steinvorstadt and the Tiscali on the Steintorstrasse
• Medical Services - the Cantonal Hospital on the Petersgraben features a casualty department for accidents and emergencies
• Pickpockets - Basel is generally considered to be a safe city, although in crowds and on public transport, it is still sensible to exercise caution and be aware of where your valuables are at all times
• Postal Services and Communications - the main post office in Basel is located in the city centre, along the Rudengasse, while a further outlet is to be found next to the SBB railway station
• Travel Agencies - a branch of STA Travel is situated off the Marktplatz

 
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