10 TOP Things to Do in Canton of Ticino August 2026

A cobblestone square with historic buildings, a bicycle rider, and a statue.

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

A historic building with arches and a tower, surrounded by lush greenery.

An interior of a church with wooden pews, a large mural on the wall, and a man taking a photo.

A historic building with a red-tiled roof and a bell tower, surrounded by mountains and a lake.

Activities

Como Boat Experience • 1 Hour Shared Tour

Lake Como Premium Shared Boat Tour • 1 Hour Shared Tour

NZ$138

per adult

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

Como Lake: boat rental without license and self-driving

NZ$276

per traveller

From Milan IG-PHOTO-TOUR: Lake Como cruise, Bellagio, Lugano

Lake Como Photo Experience: Bellagio, Cruise & Lugano from Milan

NZ$150

per adult

88% of travellers recommend

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

NZ$433

per adult

Lake Como Shared Boat Tour and Aperitif with Prosecco

NZ$108

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Lake Como Boat Tour - Villas, Bellagio & Scenic Highlights

NZ$177

per adult

Entrance ticket to Sasso Corbaro Castle

NZ$32

per adult

Luggage Storage in Lake Como

NZ$15

per adult

Discover Como VIP • 1 Hour

NZ$118

per adult

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What to do in Canton of Ticino

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Piazza Grande

9.0/10 (1,414 reviews)

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

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Our guide on where to stay in Canton of Ticino

Find the best Canton of Ticino areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A lake surrounded by mountains and buildings with a clear sky.

Lugano City-Centre

Visitors often come to Lugano City-Centre for its lake views, but many stay to explore sights like Lake Lugano and Via Nassa. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Lugano Funicular Station.

A lake with mountains in the background, a boat on the water, and pink flowers in the foreground.

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.

A mountainous landscape with a valley and a lake.

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.

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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.

An ornate church interior with a high vaulted ceiling, a central altar, and detailed frescoes.

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.

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