Is the Basel card free?

Yes, the BaselCard is free for guests staying overnight in a Basel hotel, hostel, or bed and breakfast. It is issued upon check-in and provides free public transport, including the journey to the accommodation, along with 50% off most museums, zoos, and cultural activities.

How to get Basel card for free?

The BaselCard is offered as a free bonus with every booking at a Basel hotel, hostel, bed and breakfast or apartment. You will receive your personal guest card when you check in, and you can also load it to your smartphone as a web app.

How much does the Basel card cost?

How much does the BaselCard cost? The BaselCard is free for guests who stay overnight. It is no longer possible to purchase the card. My accommodation provider hasn't given me a BaselCard.

How do you pay for the bus in Basel?

The 1-day ticket "TNW" or "Basel" can be purchased digitally via the apps («TNW Tickets»; «öV Plus»), SBB Internet and SBB Mobile. It is also available at all sales offices, ticket machines, Tap and Ride of BLT and from bus staff at PostAuto and AutoBus AG .

Is there a free bus at Basel airport?

Yes, you can get a "free bus" from Basel Airport (BSL) to the city using the Bus 50, as your hotel booking confirmation acts as a ticket for the initial journey to your accommodation, providing free public transport in Basel. Just board the Bus 50 from the airport, and show your booking confirmation (or the BaselCard you receive at check-in) only if a ticket inspector asks, which is rare. 

BaselCard – the free guest card [Switzerland]

What is free with a Swiss travel pass?

Swiss Travel Pass.

• Unlimited travel by train, bus and boat.
• Unlimited travel on premium panorama trains (seat reservation fees and/or surcharges apply)
• Unlimited use of public transport in more than 90 towns & cities.
• Free admission to more than 500 museums.
• Mountain excursions included: Rigi, Stanserhorn and Stoos.

What to see in Basel for free?

• Basel's Old Town. 4.5. (1,124) Neighborhoods. ...
• Basel Minster. 4.5. (2,160) Churches & Cathedrals. ...
• Town Hall. 4.5. (1,512) Points of Interest & Landmarks. ...
• Tinguely Fountain. 4.4. (921) Fountains. ...
• Basel SBB Station. 4.1. (630) Architectural Buildings. ...
• Merian Garten. 4.6. (160) Gardens. ...
• Marktplatz. 4.2. (241) ...
• Spalen Gate. 4.2. (467)

Is there a tourist travel card for Basel?

All hotel guests who pay the city tax will receive a BaselCard. You can use the BaselCard to travel free of charge on public transport in Basel (zones 10, 11, 13, 14 and 15) and take advantage of attractive cultural and leisure offers. Children aged 11 and under receive the BaselCard free of charge.

How much is bus 50 from Basel Airport?

The journey by bus line 50 from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Basel Bahnhof SBB takes 17 to 18 minutes. The price for a single ticket is 6.60 CHF or the equivalent in euros, children from 6 to 16 years pay a reduced fare (4.20 CHF).

Is tram free in Basel?

Take Advantage of the Basel Card

It gives you free access to public transport (tram, bus), city-wide Wi-Fi connection, and 50% off major attractions and museums. An essential item for exploring Basel affordably, without worrying about travel.

How much is the bus from Basel airport to Basel SBB?

Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe operates a bus from Basel EuroAirport, Ankunft to Basel, Bahnhof SBB every 15 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 3–5 and the journey takes 18 min.

Is there a 1 day Swiss pass?

Day Passes for public transport. If you would like to spend a whole day travelling all over Switzerland on public transport, Day Passes are the ideal practical solution. Day Passes are also available for children, dogs and bicycles.

Is Basel worth it?

Basel is one of Switzerland's most underrated cities. Sitting at the point where Switzerland meets France and Germany, it blends cultures, languages, and traditions in a way few European cities can. While it may not be as famous as Zurich or Geneva, Basel offers a rich mix of history, art, food, and relaxed city life.

Are things open on Sunday in Basel?

Most shops are closed on Sundays in Switzerland with the exception of shops in railway stations. Official holidays are defined by the cantons.

How to get a free travel pass?

To apply for a free travel pass (concessionary bus/travel card), you typically apply through your local council or a national transport body (like Transport for Wales/Scotland) by proving your age (e.g., 60+) or disability, residency, and identity with documents (passport, council tax bill, photo) online or in person, but specific requirements vary by region (UK, Ireland, etc.). Check your local authority's website or a national portal like GOV.UK for eligibility and application links. 

What is the best travel pass to get in Switzerland?

Extra tip: If your trip is primarily Swiss-focused, with just one or two train rides elsewhere in Europe, consider getting a Swiss Travel Pass (which offers far better coverage of Switzerland than a Global Pass) plus separate point-to-point train tickets (usually cheapest if booked in advance online).

Which cable cars are free with a Swiss pass?

You can take a boat from Lucerne and ride the cogwheel train up to Mt. Rigi, or ride the funicular and open-air cable car to Stanserhorn at no extra cost. The pass also covers the trip to Mürren, the Brunni–Ristis cable car in Engelberg, the Klewenalp and Stockhütte lifts, as well as the Stoos funicular.

Are Swiss museums free?

Switzerland (Europe) has a lot to offer for you culturally, even if you're on a budget, including free museums, free activities and free attractions. 189 museums and attractions in Switzerland can be visited without charge.

What not to do in Switzerland as a tourist?

As a tourist in Switzerland, don't be loud in public, assume everyone speaks English, or be late; instead, be punctual, keep voices down on transport, greet people, respect queues and quiet zones, pack proper hiking gear, buy groceries on weekdays (not Sunday), and be mindful of fire bans and local customs like proper waste disposal and not cutting in line. Avoid planning too much in a short time, and always have correct currency (Swiss Francs) and travel insurance.