What to do in Canton of Ticino

Activities, attractions and tours

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A coastal town with a prominent church, lush greenery, and a large body of water.
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Things to do

Como Lake: 1h boat rental without license and self-driving

Como Lake: boat rental without license and self-driving

CA $207
per traveller
Como Lake: boat rental without license and self-driving
Lake Como Boat Tour - Villas, Bellagio & Scenic Highlights

Lake Como Boat Tour - Villas, Bellagio & Scenic Highlights

CA $145
per adult
Lake Como Boat Tour - Villas, Bellagio & Scenic Highlights
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Lake Como Shared Boat Tour and Aperitif with Prosecco

CA $89
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Como Shared Boat Tour and Aperitif with Prosecco
Lake Como: 1-Hour Boat Rental

Lake Como: 1-Hour Boat Rental

CA $201
per traveller
Lake Como: 1-Hour Boat Rental
Catamaran Como Lake Experience

4h Catamaran Tour on Lake Como with Snacks - from Tremezzo

CA $354
per adult
4h Catamaran Tour on Lake Como with Snacks - from Tremezzo
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Piazza Grande

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

Find the best Canton of Ticino areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Lugano City-Centre

Take time in Lugano City-Centre to visit attractions like Lake Lugano and Via Nassa. You might also appreciate the lake views, and you can hop on the metro at Lugano Funicular Station to see more of the city.
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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.
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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 Botanical Garden Parco San Grato.
A lake with sailboats, rocky shore, and mountains in the background.

Cassarate

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

When in Besso, you can plan a visit to Lake Lugano and Via Nassa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

 

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Day trip destinations from Canton of Ticino

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Lugano

A roundabout with a clock tower, surrounded by buildings with green shutters, and a clear blue sky.

Cernobbio

A historic European street with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and outdoor seating areas.

Bellinzona

A historic church with a bell tower, surrounded by a lake and mountains.

Locarno

An aerial view of a coastal town with a dense cluster of buildings, a narrow road leading into the town, and a beach area with boats.

Luino

A beach with a mountain backdrop, a clear sky, and a few boats on the water.

Ascona

A mountainous village with houses nestled among trees and a backdrop of snow-capped peaks.

Biasca

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