30 days in Basel Itinerary

Situated where the Swiss, German, and French borders meet, Basel is considered the hub of Dreilandereck, this "three countries corner." Its location makes Basel a center of culture and history, brimming with important theaters and museums.

You've now added Jean Tinguely Museum to your itinerary. Family-friendly places like Lake Zurich and Lake Lucerne will thrill your kids. Get out of town with these interesting Basel side-trips: Fortress Furigen (in Stansstad), Lucerne (Kornmarkt, Chapel Bridge, &more) and Kriens (Mt Pilatus & Schachmuseum). Next up on the itinerary: wander the streets of Old Town, contemplate the long history of Basel Minster, fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and admire the masterpieces at Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich).

For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Basel day trip planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Zürich Airport, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport and Bern Belp Airport. In September in Basel, expect temperatures between 71°F during the day and 50°F at night.