Lugano City-Centre Travel Guide

Lugano

Lugano City-Centre
Lugano City-Centre
Lugano City-Centre
Lugano City-Centre
Lugano City-Centre

Popular places to visit

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.

Palazzo dei Congressi

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.

Via Nassa

Lungolago

You can find out about the history of Lugano with a visit to Lungolago. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Lungolago

Piazza della Riforma

You can find out about the history of Lugano when you stop by Piazza della Riforma. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Piazza della Riforma

Parco Ciani

Explore the lovely green spaces of Parco Ciani and also enjoy the boating in Lugano. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

Parco Ciani

San Lorenzo Cathedral

You can find out about the history of Lugano when you stop by San Lorenzo Cathedral. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.

San Lorenzo Cathedral

Things to do

Lugano: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Lugano: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

฿5,846
per adult
Lugano: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

฿564
per adult
Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Lugano Private Walking Tour

Lugano Private Walking Tour

฿12,621
per traveller
Lugano Private Walking Tour
Explore Lugano in 60 minutes with a Local

Explore Lugano in 60 minutes with a Local

฿5,564
per adult
Explore Lugano in 60 minutes with a Local
Verzasca valley, river and waterfall + Locarno private guided tour, from Lugano

Verzasca valley, river and waterfall + Ascona private guided tour

฿16,080
per traveller
Verzasca valley, river and waterfall + Ascona private guided tour
Lugano: Insta-Perfect Walk with a Local

Lugano: Insta-Perfect Walk with a Local

฿8,789
per adult
Lugano: Insta-Perfect Walk with a Local
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Top hotels in Lugano City-Centre

Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa

4 out of 5
Via Tesserete 10, Lugano, TI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,183 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿8,183
฿8,870 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (919 reviews)
Superb hotel!
"This place was outstanding. No need to type a long review, just think about everything you love in a hotel and Villa Sassa has it. Superb!!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Villa Sassa
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Piazza Cioccaro 5, Lugano, TI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿9,786 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿9,786
฿10,534 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (973 reviews)
Robert Philadelphia
"This hotel is nicely located in the center of Lugano. Breakfast was wonderful! Our room was spotless, and it seemed quite new. The desk gave us an unexpected credit at their Mixology bar, which was a really helpful bonus. Would certainly recommend staying here!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano

3 out of 5
Via Paolo Regazzoni 8, Lugano, TI
The price is ฿7,676 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿7,676
฿8,319 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (406 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel. Very convenient to the train station"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Hotel Federale Lugano
Hotel Cruise

Hotel Cruise

4 out of 5
Via Carducci, 3, Montano Lucino, CO
The price is ฿4,143 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,143
฿4,557 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Montano Lucino. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Clean , convenient for passing travelers, excellent breakfast choices"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Hotel Cruise
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni

5 out of 5
Via Teresio Olivelli 1, Bellagio, CO
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bellagio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (523 reviews)
"This hotel is the jewel of Bellagio. If you can stay here, you will not be disappointed. The staff is beyond exceptional, always being attentive without hovering. The dining options are delicious, and the ppol and beach area is fantastic. Truly one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni
Palace Hotel

Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16, Como, CO
The price is ฿12,428 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿12,428
฿14,051 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Como. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Superb location and a luxurious hotel. Loved it"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Palace Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Lugano City-Centre

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Besso

While there might not be top attractions in Besso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Lugano and Via Nassa.

Besso
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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.

Loreto
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Cassarate

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

Cassarate
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Breganzona

Breganzona 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 San Lorenzo Cathedral or Via Nassa.

Breganzona
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Molino Nuovo

While Molino Nuovo isn't home to many top sights, Lake Lugano and Palazzo dei Congressi are some notable places to visit nearby.

Molino Nuovo
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Pazzallo

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

Pazzallo

Lugano City-Centre Travel Guide