Basel Audio Tour: Timeless Currents from Minsters to Monasteries
Basel’s riverbanks once hid secrets of revolution while spires pierced the sky above clandestine plots. Behind every corner, a world of legends waits to be revealed. This self-guided audio tour invites you to navigate storied streets and quiet courtyards. Uncover the dramas most visitors walk past with fresh eyes and ears tuned for the unexpected. Who attempted to steal the remains of a monarch entombed beneath Basel Minster’s stones? What priceless painting vanished from the Kunstmuseum’s vaults and sparked whispers that echo even now? And why did a 19th-century insurance deal at Pax Swiss Life Company nearly topple the city’s social order? Trace the footsteps of visionaries and rebels. Feel history shimmer as you cross bridges and enter sanctuaries older than memory. Basel’s past rises with each step, challenging everything you thought you knew. The city’s enigmas await. Press play and uncover Basel's hidden heart.
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About this tour
- scheduleDuration 30–50 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten3.2 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 Historical Museum
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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