The Langen Erlen wildlife park is not in the same category as other zoos. Established in 1871 in Kleinbasel, it was moved to its present location some 30 years later. The earlier site is now the Badische Bahnhof (station). There are animals from all over the world, along with a wide variety of domestic animals, such as pigs, hares, and dwarf goats. You may even see a pheasant or other wildfowl, depending on the weather. It's best to visit with a bicycle or pushchair.

In 1980 Basel hosted a garden show with the not very imaginative title of Green 80. This name stuck in the public's imagination and was also applied to the botanical gardens. The original name comes from a homestead, the remains of which are still visible. The small nearby castle, which served as Christoph Merian's summer residence, is now a cafe. The huge area of the park is ideal for sports, and kids love the enormous dinosaur statue (affectionately known as Dino), who quietly lets everything pass over him.

The Augusta Raurica is a rich source of information for those interested in learning more about ancient Roman history and civilization. Take a walk down time and experience the baths which have still been maintained like they were, hundreds of years go. The museum is always crowded with school children on educational excursions or with travelers. Also check out the excavations, the silver collection and the 'house zoo'.