Lugano City-Centre Travel Guide
Lugano





Visit 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chiesa di Santa Maria degli Angioli
Chiesa di Santa Maria degli Angioli is just one of the places to see in Lugano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Things to do

Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Lugano and its history exclusive walking tour

Lugano: Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Lugano and Bellinzona private full-day tour
Top hotels in Lugano City-Centre

Villa Sassa
Stayed for one week and enjoyed every minute of it. This beautiful property has everything you need to make your stay comfortable and effortless. The breakfast is one of the best I had in my travels , suitable for everyone! Location is a short drive to the lake and we surrounding attractions. Highly ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
The temperature in the room was too hot and the only way to cool was opening the window
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Walter au Lac
Amazing breakfast included. Great location to center square
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Continental Parkhotel
Beautiful room and bathroom at the front of the hotel. Had large balcony, shared with other rooms (although nobody else used it when we were there). Extremely comfortable room with efficient aircon. Food in the on-site restaurant was excellent, as was the hotel's home-grown/produced wine. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Palace Hotel
Great place
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
Great jotel
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Lugano City-Centre

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

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.

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

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 Via Nassa or MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland.
Molino Nuovo
While Molino Nuovo isn't home to many top sights, Palazzo dei Congressi and Parco Ciani are some notable places to visit nearby.

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



