Lugano City-Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Palazzo dei Congressi

4/5(1 review)

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

4/5(1 review)

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

Casino Lugano

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Lugano during your time in Lugano? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Casino Lugano

Activities

The door on the lake.

Instagram and Photo tour of Lugano with a professional photographer.

NZ$391
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Instagram and Photo tour of Lugano with a professional photographer.
Verzasca valley, river and waterfall + Locarno private guided tour, from Lugano

Verzasca valley, river and waterfall + Ascona private guided tour

NZ$782
per traveller
Verzasca valley, river and waterfall + Ascona private guided tour
Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

NZ$29
per adult
Lugano Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Discover Lugano in 60 Minutes with a Local

Explore Lugano in 60 minutes with a Local

NZ$332
per adult
Explore Lugano in 60 minutes with a Local
Explore Lugano in 60 minutes with a Local

Explore Lugano in 60 minutes with a Local

NZ$290
per adult
Explore Lugano in 60 minutes with a Local
Lugano: Insta-Perfect Walk with a Local

Lugano: Insta-Perfect Walk with a Local

NZ$458
per adult
Lugano: Insta-Perfect Walk with a Local
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Our pick of the best Lugano City-Centre Hotel Deals

Villa Sassa

Villa Sassa

4 out of 5
Via Tesserete 10, Lugano, TI
The price is NZ$493 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$493
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (871 reviews)
"For me, the biggest reason why you come to Villa Sassa is the majestic view or the surrounding areas. It's a scene out of a movie. Beautiful with a lake view. The only thing that could be better is having more kid friendly food options and a major paint job of the buildings, as it looks outdated ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Villa Sassa
LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Piazza Cioccaro 5, Lugano, TI
The price is NZ$608 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$608
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (956 reviews)
"Another great stay thank you"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

LUGANODANTE Boutique & Lifestyle Hotel
Walter au Lac

Walter au Lac

3 out of 5
Piazza Rezzonico 7, Lugano, TI
The price is NZ$499 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$499
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (642 reviews)
"We loved our stay at this hotel. The view was amazing and it was perfectly located for our needs. The hotel does not have parking as listed however, so if you are driving keep that in mind"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Walter au Lac
Hotel Federale Lugano

Hotel Federale Lugano

3 out of 5
Via Paolo Regazzoni 8, Lugano, TI
The price is NZ$412 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$412
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lugano. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (395 reviews)
"Dry code to railway station but use the furnicular - it was ver convenient."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

Hotel Federale Lugano
B&B Hotel Como City Center

B&B Hotel Como City Center

3 out of 5
Viale Innocenzo XI, 15, Como, CO
The price is NZ$258 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$258
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Como. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (853 reviews)
"The bed was comfortable. Check in was easy. The room was quite warm and I was told not to touch the thermostat or it could go off completely. I’m not sure why, but there were shavings either from drilling a hole, or from paint on the floor by a door. This is a budget hotel, and for the price it fit ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

B&B Hotel Como City Center
Palace Hotel

Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16, Como, CO
The price is NZ$601 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$601
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Como. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Great location and nice view. Beautiful breakfast room."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 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

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