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Most popular experiences in Canton of Ticino

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Italy & Switzerland in 1 Day:Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano with Private Boat

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Private & custom tours

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From Como: Bellagio and Lugano Tour with Lake Como Cruise

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Lake Como: Winery Tour with Wine Tasting

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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Lake Como Express Shared Boat Tour to Bellagio

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Lake Como Scenic Coastal Bike Tour with Waterfall & Villas

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What to do in Canton of Ticino

Popular places to visit

Piazza Grande

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Home to one of Europe’s most picturesque outdoor cinemas, this town square is the cultural hub of Locarno.

Via Nassa

During your trip to Lugano, you can enjoy retail therapy at Via Nassa. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Palazzo dei Congressi

Learn about the events happening in Palazzo dei Congressi during your trip to Lugano. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Swissminiatur

5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Swissminiatur during your stay in Melide. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Mount Brè

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Brè and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Lugano. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Old Town

You can find out about the history of Locarno when you stop by Old Town. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Verzasca Dam

You can find out about the history of Gordola when you stop by Verzasca Dam. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Monte San Salvatore

5/5(9 reviews)

Climb to the top of this lakeside mountain to dine while enjoying panoramic views across the Swiss Alps.

LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura during your stay in Lugano. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Areas of Canton of Ticino

Lugano City-Centre

5/5(11 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Lugano City-Centre for its lake views, but many stay to explore sights like Lake Lugano and Via Nassa. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Lugano Funicular Station.

Cassarate

If you're spending some time in Cassarate, Lake Lugano and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station are top sights worth seeing.

Carona

You'll enjoy the mountain views and parks in Carona. You might want to make time for a stop at Monte San Salvatore or Schwimmbad Carona.

Loreto

If you're spending some time in Loreto, LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura and Via Nassa are top sights worth seeing.

Viganello

Viganello is well liked for its mountain views. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Lugano area, you might plan a trip to Lake Lugano or Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station.

Pazzallo

Travellers like the mountain views in Pazzallo, and Lake Lugano is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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