Basel Audio Tour: Cathedrals, Banks & Bridges through Time
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.
Tour preview
About this tour
- scheduleDuration 30–50 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten4.2 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at Basel Minster
Stops on this tour
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the tour?
After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.
Do I need internet during the tour?
No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.
Is this a guided group tour?
No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.
How long does the tour take?
Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.
What if I can't finish the tour today?
No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.
What languages are available?
All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.
Where do I access the tour after purchase?
Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.
If you don't enjoy the tour, we'll refund your purchase. Contact us at [email protected]
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