Top 10 Cultural Tours in Lugano, Swiss Alps

Lugano the Swiss pearl in the Canton Ticino region, we will see the splendid Luini's (a painter disciple of master Leonardo da Vinci) fresco painted in 1528 inside the church Santa Maria Angeli, than we will see Nassa fashion street, the city center, the city hall square, take a look at Ciani's park and gardens, the Casino of Lugano from outside. This is a private guided tour for your group only or if you are a single tourist it will be a guided tour only for you.

Inclusions: Lugano: on foot guided tour with professional guide speaking you language

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This full-day tour will show you the most important attractions of Como and Lugano like the Cathedral, the San Fedele Church, the Roman city walls and towers in Como and the Cathedral, the Old town, the Parco Ciani and Casino in Lugano. We will start with the 2h walking tour in Como, then we will have 1 hour free time for lunch. At 2.30 p.m. we will part for Lugano from the San Giovanni train station with the comfortable train, the duration of the trip is 35 minutes (the train tickets are not included in the price). In Lugano we will continue with the 2h walking tour (Santa Maria degli Angeli Church, LAC, Lungolago, Cathedral) and take a funicular to return to the train station (the price of the funicular ticket is included). You will have also some free time in Lugano to visit the shopping area or to have a cup of coffee. At about 5 p.m. we will take the train to Como and finish our tour at 6 p.m. in Como. For a better experience the tour is limited to maximum 6 participants.

Inclusions: Live guide, Funicular ticket Lugano city centre - Lugano Train Station

Exclusions: Round trip train ticket Como - Lugano (20€)

During our historical 2 hours walking tour you will learn about the long history of the city, visit the main attractions (St. Lawrence Cathedral, St. Maria degli Angioli Church, LAC, the Riforma Square and the Ciani park). You will walk through the beautiful narrow streets of the old city and along the picturesque lake shore. We introduce you into the history of Switzerland and explain what this country is famous for. You will receive a full information about what else you can visit in the region in order to optimise your stay in Lugano.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

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This full-day tour will show your the two most interesting and important cities of the Canton Ticino in Switzerland. Lugano, because it has a sunny promenade on the lakeshore and is the third most important city of the country in the banking industry after Zurich and Geneva, and Bellinzona, because it is the capital of the Canton Ticino and has three medieval castles (UNESCO heritage from 2000).

Inclusions: Walking Tour in UNESCO heritage sites, Private Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Round-trip tickets Lugano - Bellinzona (10 CHF)

Leave Milan on an air conditioned coach and in just one hour you are in Como visiting the historic center and have a boat cruise if one hour. The tour continues with a panoramic coach ride on the side of Lake Como, admire the lakeside villas and the breath-taking scenery before cross the Swiss border and arriving in Lugano. On arrival, you will have free time for lunch and get to know the most elegant and popular spots of the city: Via Nassa (formerly the place where the women of the city used to weaver the nets for the fishermen and now a sophisticated shopping street), and at the shoreside see Casinò Lugano.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned coach, Professional tour guide, Boat trip across Lake Como

Exclusions: Food and drink, Gratuities

During this guided tour you will see the Town of Lugano and the Town of Morcote, Switzerland: Lugano the Swiss pearl in the Canton Ticino region, we will see Luini’s famous fresco inside the church of St. Mary, then we will walk along Via Nassa, famous fashion street of Lugano, we will see the cathedral of Lugano with its 15th century frescoes. We will get down the hill to see the city hall and walking along the lakeside we will see Ciani's park and the casino of Lugano from outside. We will go back to via Nassa and we will go to the town of Morcote: Morcote is one of the most beautiful village in Switzerland, it is a town surrounded by the nature divided from the lake in front of the town and the hills just behind it.You will enjoy Morcote a calm and relaxing town close to the most famous Lugano town. This is a private guided tour for your group only or if you are a single tourist only for you. Please specify if you need any transfer to reach Lugano we can provide with it.

Inclusions: private guided tour with professional tour guide speaking your language, transfer from Lugano to Morcote included

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Discover what makes the Italian Alps a favorite vacation destination for the rich and famous. Just an hour outside Milan, stunning lakes, fabulous villas and charming Alpine towns await – and you can experience them all in one blissful day. Cruise beautiful Lake Como in comfort. Enjoy free time in Bellagio, the “pearl of Lake Como”. Then cross the border to visit Lugano, “the Monte Carlo of Switzerland”.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Headsets, if needed, Lake Como cruise

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Leave Milan on an air conditioned coach and in just one hour you are in Como visiting the historic center and have a boat cruise if one hour. The tour continues with a panoramic coach ride on the side of Lake Como, admire the lakeside villas and the breath-taking scenery before cross the Swiss border and arriving in Lugano. On arrival, you will have free time for lunch and get to know the most elegant and popular spots of the city: Via Nassa (formerly the place where the women of the city used to weaver the nets for the fishermen and now a sophisticated shopping street), and at the shoreside see Casinò Lugano.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional tour guide, Boat trip across Lake Como

Exclusions: Food and drink, Gratuities

Discovering the most magical and secluded valley in Ticino. Still without electricity, this suggestive place is rich in culture and traditions, as well as beautiful natural corners. You can visit the small nuclei of stone houses on foot, discovering the unique architectural details. A world in itself is discovered where the difficult life of the past has left its mark. Lunch at a typical "grotto" at the foot of a spectacular waterfall

Inclusions: Expert guide

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This Experience is provided by a private local. Discover the most impressive buildings in Lugano and learn about the history behind each of these historical buildings and structures in this invigorating architectural walk. Join me on this adventure to discover the beauty and history of the city’s most significant buildings and get to know a bit more about the local culture in Switzerland from my perspective. During this walk you will become better acquainted with the local architecture, while also learning about the way in which this has changed over the years with the city becoming more modern while still keeping its unique character. You will find in Lugano the best mix of tradition and modern, it is a must-see city and a must-have Experience!

Inclusions: A Local that wants to show you his city!

Exclusions: Food, drinks or snacks, Personal expenses during the Experience