Basel Audio Tour: Banking Legends, Sacred Sites & Musical Stories
In Basel, fortunes have vanished overnight and secrets are protected behind stone facades and unbreakable silence. Beneath the city’s polished surface, power and intrigue pulse through every street. This self-guided audio tour is your key to uncovering hidden stories and forgotten dramas where most visitors see only shiny bank towers and quiet museums. Hear the whispers of financial conspiracies, lost communities, and unbreakable resilience as you wander Basel’s lesser-known paths. What crisis nearly brought down the Bank for International Settlements during a single weekend? Why was a priceless relic at the Jewish Museum once hidden in plain sight, passed over by everyone? Who forged secret alliances at Bank J. Safra Sarasin that changed the city’s destiny forever? Move through shadows and sunlight, weaving between ancient alleys and glittering institutions. Feel the adrenaline of discovery with each step as Basel’s real stories ignite your imagination. Your journey beyond the obvious begins now. Unlock the city’s best-kept secrets.
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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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