Fun Things to Do in Basel
Basel sits where Switzerland, France, and Germany meet — a culture-rich Rhine city famous for its museums and Art Basel, where summer means floating down the river with the whole city.
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Rhine river swimming
Floating down the Rhine with a waterproof bag is the iconic Basel summer social ritual.
Best for: Sunny days
Museum & art culture
Basel has Switzerland’s densest art scene — openings and museum nights are great meetups.
Best for: First-time meetups
Riverside bars in Kleinbasel
The Rhine-side terraces are the social centre on warm evenings.
Best for: Small groups
Run clubs & Rhine paths
Riverside run clubs welcome solo runners.
Best for: Showing up solo
Language exchange
A tri-national, international city means tandems and meetups are easy to find.
Best for: Small groups
Where to go in Basel
Kleinbasel
Riverside bars, diverse food, and a lively scene
Gundeldingen
Multicultural, residential, with cafes and eats
St. Johann
Up-and-coming, riverside, with a creative feel
Old Town
Medieval squares, museums, and historic streets