Flight from Singapore to Basel

Basel is the second-largest city in Switzerland that is full of museums with a total exceeding 40. Most of it is housed in buildings that are designed by great architects that include Renzo Piano, Frank O, Gehry, and Mario Botta. The two sides of Basel are joined by six bridges over the Rhine, as it makes a sharp turn before flowing north to become the German-French border. It takes around 16 hours of flying time to travel from Singapore to Basel. This will differ based on the airlines and routes taken as well. Considering Traveloka offers various airline options such as Singapore Airlines, Scoot, AirAsia, and more, you have plenty to choose from. Among the best accommodations in Basel include Sorell Hotel Merian, The Passage, and Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel. During your stay, you could also visit some of the best attractions there are in Basel such as Kunstmuseum Basel, Zoo Basel, and Jean Tinguely Museum.

When is the best time to fly from Singapore to Basel?

Basel is generally warm throughout the year, but there is a certain period of the year that is good enough to do both outdoor and/or indoor activities. The usual period where Basel is open for visiting is from mid of June to early September. This will be the optimum period to go on a holiday here in Basel. The temperature will usually varied from -1°C to 26°C and is rarely below -8°C or above 32°C. Maybe to get the best time where you are not at the peak of the holiday season in Basel, you can plan a travel to Basel close to the mid of June or early September, just before the holiday peak starts.

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What are the main airports available in Basel?

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is the main airport operating in Basel. It is 6 km away from Basel. The trip via car or any public land transportation will take around 10 minutes from the airport to the main city. The traveling time will only differ depending on the traffic condition at the time of the travel. Some of the airport facilities you can find at the EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg include check-in facilities, free wi-fi, duty-free outlets, restaurants, ATMs, baggage storage, and a lost & found center.

Places to stay in Basel.

Sorell Hotel Merian - Sorell Hotel Merian is a 4-star hotel located within Basel city. It is 2 km away from Basel city to the hotel. The distance from the airport is about 7 km. The hotel has a total of 65 rooms consisting of various room types ranging from Superior Double Room and Deluxe Double Room. It is suitable for both solo and family travelers. Some of the facilities provided at the hotel include but are not limited to the restaurants, business center, computer station, free wi-fi, and laundry services.

The Passage - The Passage is a 4-star hotel located within Basel city. It is 2 km away from Basel city to the hotel. The distance from the airport is about 7 km. The hotel has a total of 53 rooms and suites consisting of various room types ranging from Deluxe Room, Standard Room, Classic Room, Executive Room, Junior Suite, and The Passage Suite. It is suitable for both solo and family travelers. Some of the facilities provided at the hotel include but are not limited to the bar, fitness center, business center, 24-hour front desk, and free wi-fi.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel - Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel is a 4-star hotel located within Basel city. It is 2 km away from Basel city to the hotel. The distance from the airport is about 7 km. The hotel has a total of 206 rooms and suites consisting of various room types ranging from Superior Room, Premium Room, and Junior Suite. It is suitable for both solo and family travelers. Some of the facilities provided at the hotel include but are not limited to the restaurant, indoor pool, 24-hour health club, spa services, business center, and 24-hour front desk.

Highlights in Basel.

Kunstmuseum Basel - Founded in 1661, Kunstmuseum Basel is a fine art museum located in Basel, Switzerland representing both old masters and modern art paintings. On the first floor of the museum, it displays old masters and a collection of French and Dutch paintings while on the second floor houses an outstanding collection of 19th and 20th-century Impressionists, Expressionists, and Surrealists. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Kunstmuseum Basel. Kunstmuseum Basel is 4 km away from Basel city and 10 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 10 minutes to drive from Basel city to Kunstmuseum Basel and around 15 minutes from the airport. Kunstmuseum Basel opens daily from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm to visit and closes on Monday. There is no entrance fee charged.

Zoo Basel - Zoo Basel is the oldest and largest zoo in Switzerland and is affectionately known as the Zolli by locals. Founded in 1874 with 510 European animals, it houses predators, primates, mammals, reptiles, birds, and aquatic life. The zoo also has been particularly successful in breeding rhinoceros and cheetahs. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Zoo Basel. Zoo Basel is 2 km away from Basel city and 7 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 8 minutes to drive from Basel city to Zoo Basel and around 12 minutes from the airport. Zoo Basel opens daily from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm to visit. The entrance fee is in range from CHF10 to CHF43 based on the type of ticket.

Jean Tinguely Museum - Opened in 1996, Jean Tinguely Museum contains the largest work collection of Jean Tinguely, an influential Swiss artist. The collection includes Tinguely’s sculptures and drawings, as well as an extensive library of documents and photographs. It also houses the collection designed by the famed architect, Mario Botta. It will be a great loss to miss a visit to Jean Tinguely Museum. Jean Tinguely Museum is 3 km away from Basel city and 9 km from the main airport. It will take roughly 5 minutes to drive from Basel city to the Jean Tinguely Museum and around 11 minutes from the airport. Jean Tinguely Museum opens daily from 11.00 am to 6.00 pm to visit and closes on Monday. The entrance fee is CHF12 per adult.

Travel tips to Basel.

Travel Insurance

Be it whether you are traveling domestic or international, it is important to gear yourself up with travel insurance. This is pretty much self-explanatory because you will never expect what could happen when you are abroad. Even if you are traveling domestically, should things go out of your control such as accidents or sickness, you will have the leverage of insurance coverage.

Be Flexible with Your Travel Plans

Planning is a good way to go traveling, be it domestically or internationally, but don’t disregard the fact that things can and most likely would not go as planned. This could either be due to suddenly the activity you want to do being unavailable or if more logistical issues force you to think of other ways to do things. Keep in mind that planning is a good base, but when you are traveling and there are a lot of external factors involved, it will be a different kind of adventure.

Learn Few Local Words to Blend In

This will come in handy when you are traveling to a place where English is not their first, second, or only language at all. It is best to learn some local words that can help you through the trip, especially in terms of direction, transportation, medical, and such. Plus, it will open a ton of network opportunities with the locals to be able to be among them. You will be able to make friends and discover some hidden gems you never thought you would find.

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