Lugano City-Centre

Lugano

A coastal city with a prominent mountain and a calm bay.
A lake with mountains in the background and a garden in the foreground.
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A calm lake surrounded by lush green hills.
A cityscape with a mountain in the background, a paved pathway, and lush greenery.
A large pink building with a dome, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

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A historic building with ornate facades and a covered entrance.

Via Nassa

8.8/10 (181 reviews)
During your trip to Lugano, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Via Nassa. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Things to do

Rivera-Ticino: Splash e Spa Tamaro Waterpark Entry Ticket

Rivera-Ticino: Splash e Spa Tamaro 4-Hour Waterpark Ticket

CA $67
per adult
Rivera-Ticino: Splash e Spa Tamaro 4-Hour Waterpark Ticket
Private Boat Tour on Lake Como

Private Boat Tour on Lake Como

CA $565
per traveller
Private Boat Tour on Lake Como
Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Lugano Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

CA $8
per adult
Lugano Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Boat Party on Lake Como - Open Bar

Boat Party on Lake Como - Open Bar

CA $225
per adult
Boat Party on Lake Como - Open Bar
Lugano Old Town Walking Tour

Lugano Old Town Walking Tour

CA $25
per adult
Lugano Old Town Walking Tour
Sato Code Escape Room across Lugano

Sato Code Escape Room across Lugano

CA $22
per adult
Sato Code Escape Room across Lugano
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Lugano City-Centre Hotel Deals

Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa

4 out of 5
Via Tesserete 10 Lugano TI
The price is CA $345 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
CA $345
CA $379 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was spacious and comfortable with an amazing gym."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Villa Sassa
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Piazza Cioccaro 5 Lugano TI
The price is CA $454 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
CA $454
CA $492 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, close to everything, including the incline from the train station to the hotel. The staff is very friendly and the room includes everything you need for a comfortable stay. The included breakfast had a large variety of options to satisfy everyone's taste."

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac

3 out of 5
Piazza Rezzonico 7 Lugano TI
The price is CA $352 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
CA $352
CA $381 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (776 reviews)
"Nice hotel that was very central. Views of the lake were very nice"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Walter au Lac
Hotel Funicolare

Hotel Funicolare

Viale Guglielmo Poletti 30 Alta Valle Intelvi CO
The price is CA $92 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
CA $92
CA $101 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alta Valle Intelvi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lake Lugano and Lanzo Golf Club are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (288 reviews)
"The property needs a lot of work. The AC was broke. The lights in the hallway kept going out as you were walking in them. The view is spectacular but the road to get there is very very steep and windy"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Hotel Funicolare
Hotel Barchetta Excelsior

Hotel Barchetta Excelsior

4 out of 5
Piazza Cavour 1 Como CO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $407 per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
CA $407
CA $463 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Toiletry supplies were mixed up. e.g. Hand lotion bottle had shampoo, etc.. Room size was good. Breakfast is average continental and no special egg, Only scramble eggs available. Juices were from concentrate and not fresh. Front desk service was attentive and good."

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2026

Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
Palace Grand Hotel Varese

Palace Grand Hotel Varese

4 out of 5
Via Luciano Manara, 11 Varese VA
The price is CA $210 per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
CA $210
CA $241 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Varese. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is very scenic and the grounds are lovely especially the pool area. Staff are very helpful too, room was perfect, good size and comfy bed. You can relax here all day and the views are amazing. It’s a bit of a walk up so recommend coming by car/taxi but going down is ok and a supermarket ..."

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Palace Grand Hotel Varese
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Where to stay in Lugano City-Centre

Find the best Lugano City-Centre areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lugano City-Centre
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A park with green grass, red flowers, trees, and a lake with mountains in the background.

Loreto

While visiting Loreto, you might make a stop by sights like MASILugano Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland and LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura.
A waterfront with a wooden pier, calm water, and a cityscape with buildings and mountains in the background.

Cassarate

If you're spending some time in Cassarate, Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station and Lake Lugano are top sights worth seeing.
A mountainous landscape with a valley and a lake.
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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.
A coastal cityscape with dense urban buildings, a marina, and a large body of water.

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.
A coastal city with mountains in the background and a body of water in the foreground.
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Molino Nuovo

While there might not be top attractions in Molino Nuovo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Parco Ciani and Funicolare Monte Brè - Cassarate Station.

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