Why Visit Lugano:

Everyone flocks to the Italian Lake District but I think Lugano, Switzerland is the better choice. My Guide to Lugano will help you start planning your trip to the stunning lakeside town! Everything about

Lugano is located in the Italian portion of Switzerland. The Italian influence is very evident here, making for some absolutely delicious food! Not to mention the craft cocktails and Aperol Spritzes. My Guide to Lugano includes many ideas for what to do, where to eat and drink, where to stay and more. Lugano is a lakeside town that has everything you need to enjoy your holiday!

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Accomodation:

One & Only Nassa Penthouse

• Luxury apartment rental
• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
• Private rooftop
• Located in the center of town
• No parking

Activites:

• Walk to Gandria (from Lugano)
• Ferry ride to/from Gandria
• Paddle boat with slide rental
• Motor boat rental—can visit Italy!
• Swim at Lido San Domenico (local beach club)
• Lido di Lugano
• Swim at Lido Riva Caccia (beach clubs)
• Hike Monte San Salvatore
• Funicular to Monte San Salvatore
• Shop in Lugano

Sights:

• Morcote town
• Castello di Morcote
• Gandria town
• Monte San Salvatore
• Paro Ciani

Eats & Drinks:

• Ristorante Antico (Gandria)
• Ristorante Vetta San Salvatore (top of San Salvatore)
• Fredy Bar (Lugano, espresso)
• Grand Café Al Porto (Lugano, cafe)
• Caffé Caruso (Lugano, bar, Aperol Spritz)
• La Tinira (Lugano, restaurant)
• Gabbani Gastronomia (Lugano, restaurant)
• Flamel Restaurant & Bistrot (Lugano, craft cocktails)
• Läderach (Lugano, chocolates)
• Bottegone (Lugano, restaurant)
• Bistro & Pizza Argentino (Lugano, restaurant)
• Ristorante Trattoria Galleria (Lugano, restaurant)

Download my Guide to Lugano for a spark notes version on what to during your trip to Lugano. Sometimes I think the hardest part of planning a trip is just having a jumping off point, so I hope this guide helps you get started!

Hope my guide to Lugano helps you plan your trip to Lugano! Feel free to ask any questions in the comment section 🙂