Things to do in Canton of Ticino
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What to do in Canton of Ticino
Popular places to visit
Piazza Grande
Home to one of Europe’s most picturesque outdoor cinemas, this town square is the cultural hub of Locarno.
Swissminiatur
Enjoy an outing to Swissminiatur during your stay in Melide. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Monte San Salvatore
Climb to the top of this lakeside mountain to dine while enjoying panoramic views across the Swiss Alps.
Three Castles of Bellinzona
Find out about the history of Bellinzona with a stop at Three Castles of Bellinzona. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Madonna del Sasso
Board a scenic funicular or embark on a hike to reach this church overlooking the Swiss city of Locarno.
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.
FoxTown Factory Stores
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at FoxTown Factory Stores during your stay in Mendrisio. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Palazzo dei Congressi
Palazzo dei Congressi is just one of the places to see in Lugano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Areas of Canton of Ticino
Lugano City-Centre
Visitors often come to Lugano City-Centre for its lake views, but many stay to explore sights like Via Nassa and Piazza della Riforma. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Lugano Funicular Station.
Loreto
If you're spending some time in Loreto, MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura 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 Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station or Mount Brè.
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.
Cassarate
If you're spending some time in Cassarate, Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and Lake Lugano are top sights worth seeing.
Besso
While there might not be top attractions in Besso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Lorenzo Cathedral and Via Nassa.
