St. Johann Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit St. Johann
Popular places to visit
Basel Zoo
Spend hours walking around one of the country’s most impressive zoos .Marvel at the thousands of animals roaming around their large enclosures.
Marktplatz
You can enjoy retail therapy at Marktplatz during your visit to Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Basel Art Museum
Appreciate a vast assortment of impressive works spanning several centuries on the gallery walls of the country’s largest art museum.
Basler Muenster
Admire its exquisite architecture, peer from the towers over the city or just soak up the atmosphere of Basel’s most important house of worship.
Basel Town Hall
After visiting Basel Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Basel. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Novartis Headquarters
Novartis Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Basel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.
Activities
Basel: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Our pick of the best St. Johann Hotel Deals
Airport Hotel Basel
"Clean Room, friendly staff, on bus route and has airport shuttle. Would stay here again."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel
"The hotel was in a good location and pleasantly appointed, however the carpets in the hallways have several major worn spots and need replacement / repaired. If you happen to get room 316 please note, if you are a large person the washroom is difficult to enter. The door hits the toilet and only ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
"Very nice room - larger than expected with great view. Comfy bed, nice bar area, great recommendation for restaurants, etc."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Märthof Basel
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms were quite nice. Totally recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Central City Hotel Rochat
"Great breakfast and great location. Also seemed very secure."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Steinenschanze Charming City & Garden Hotel
"Charming hotel in great location. Highly recommend! Staff was very helpful and the garden is adorable."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Johann
Old Town
Museums, art galleries and live music are just a few things travellers like about Old Town. Sights like White and Blue House and Basel Town Hall are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Basel area at Marktplatz Tram Stop.
Kleinbasel
Kleinbasel is popular for its stunning river views, and you can check out Rhine, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Clara
Well liked for its restaurants and river views, you might stop by White and Blue House and Munsterplatz while you're exploring Clara and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Altstadt Grossbasel
If you're spending time in Altstadt Grossbasel, you might enjoy attractions like Swiss Architecture Museum and Basel Town Hall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Vorstädte
If you're spending time in Vorstädte, you might enjoy attractions like Theater Basel and Basel Art Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at University Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Basel City Centre
Museums, art galleries and historical sites highlight some notable features of Basel City Centre. Make a stop by Basler Muenster or Munsterplatz while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Marktplatz Tram Stop or University Tram Stop to get around town.
