Basel stands at a bend of the Rhine in the corner where Switzerland meets France and Germany, and it is a city of art and trade fairs. Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, AJet, SunExpress and easyJet fly direct from seven Turkish airports, and the flight from Istanbul takes about 2 hours 55 minutes. The Kunstmuseum, regarded as the world's oldest public art collection, the Fondation Beyeler and the Art Basel fair each June put the city at the centre of the art calendar.
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See flights to Basel →When to visit Basel
May to September is best for the riverside and time outdoors, with Art Basel in June. The carnival in late February is on the UNESCO list, and winters are cool.
Things to do in Basel
The Kunstmuseum Basel
Tour the building regarded as the world's oldest public art museum, with a collection running from Holbein to Picasso.
The Fondation Beyeler
See the modern art collection and surrounding park at the Renzo Piano museum in Riehen.
The Munster and the Pfalz terrace
Climb the towers of the red sandstone minster and watch the Rhine and the far bank from the terrace behind it.
The Marktplatz and town hall
Browse the local produce on the market square in front of the frescoed red Rathaus.
The Rhine banks and reaction ferries
Cross on the historic engineless ferries driven by the current and walk the banks on summer evenings.
The Tinguely Museum
Watch Jean Tinguely's moving machine sculptures in action at the riverside museum.
Flights from Turkey to Basel
Basel is served by EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL), which sits on French soil and serves three countries, about 8 km from the city centre, with bus 50 reaching Basel SBB station in about 20 minutes. Direct flights depart from seven Turkish airports, including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya and Kayseri.
Basel FAQ
How can I get a Basel flight package?
You can split the cost of your Basel flight package with Suso over 3 to 24 months, and no credit card limit is required.
Which airport serves Basel and how do I reach the city?
Flights land at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL), about 8 km from the centre, with bus 50 reaching Basel SBB station in about 20 minutes.
Are there direct flights from Turkiye to Basel?
Yes. Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, AJet, SunExpress and easyJet fly direct from seven Turkish airports, and the flight from Istanbul takes about 2 hours 55 minutes.
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